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SuspensionPart report

2017 Hyundai Elantra Suspension Problems

Complaints
12about this part
Share
2%of 770 total for the year
Median mileage
32,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the suspension of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra, 2% of the 770 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 32,000 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“I bought a 2017 Hyundai Elantra limited edition at the end of 2016 it had 43 miles on it. I have taking it to about 6 different dealerships due to transmission issues and engine power loss and out if the 6 I have gone more the a few times. Their response to my concerns about the car is we cannot reproduce this so there is no problem or there's not a check engine light on. Every dealership that I have gone to repeat this saying over and over. …”

NHTSA complaint #11318866, filed 2020-03, 5,000 miles

“I took my vehicle in for an oil change and they stated that the ball joint are loose and struts/shocks are circle on the inspection form. I still have my warranty on the vehicle.”

NHTSA complaint #11396186, filed 2021-02, 59,311 miles

“Both drivers and rear passenger door actuators have gone bad. I see online this is a very common issue and have been told by the dealership that it is as well. They will not cover the costs of repair. Rear shocks are also worn out and have been told by dealership that this is another common issue. Only 3 years old with 39k miles on the car.”

NHTSA complaint #11376454, filed 2020-11, 42,000 miles

“At speeds under 40-45mph, when turning only right, over bumpy and uneven roads (railroad tracks, manhole covers, humps in the road, seams in concrete), there is a clunking/clicking noise from the front of the car with an accompanying feeling in steering/pedals. Suspension during these situations feels very loose/unsteady. Feels like control could be lost if car is not handling properly.”

NHTSA complaint #11163131, filed 2018-12, 30,000 miles

“While vehicle is in motion the suspension is making rattling noises. While vehicle is in motion there is a very loud squeaking noise coming from the rear drums and also while braking.”

NHTSA complaint #11065325, filed 2018-01, 34,000 miles

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Suspension: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202515%
202424%
202311%
202211%
202122%
202031%
201910%
201862%
2017122%
2016103%
201593%
2014144%
2013998%
2012457%
20116615%
2010113%
200921%
2008113%
20072610%
200621%
200532%
200474%
20036126%
20029528%
20018126%
200063%
199922%
199835%
199722%
199622%
199576%
199411%
199328%
1992310%

Other parts of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra

Engine
291 complaints
Body and structure
134 complaints
Other or unknown
131 complaints
Electrical system
112 complaints
Steering
71 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
62 complaints
Latches, locks and linkages
53 complaints
Brakes
48 complaints
Air bags
32 complaints
Fuel system
30 complaints
Vehicle speed control
24 complaints
Exterior lighting
23 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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