2017 Hyundai Sonata Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 385about this part
- Share
- 50%of 767 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 74,400miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 385 complaints about the engine of the 2017 Hyundai Sonata, 50% of the 767 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 74,400 miles. 6 of these say a crash was involved and 9 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My 2017 Sonata has been stalling for no reason. Sone time while moving and sometime while stopped like at a light. I think this is a big safety matter! I have not called a dealer I don't have a lot of money to have it looked at I just lost my job due to this covid19 crap. Not sure what to do. I just know that it is not safe and it frightens me.”
NHTSA complaint #11353222, filed 2020-09, 50,000 miles“I have a recall Hyundai doesnt want to fix did a total of 10 oil consumption test but my car keeps burning oil also my car has also shut off in the middle of driving it. Multiple times I also found out my vehicle had a recall this year not last year they claimed that they put a device on my vehicle but I was unaware of it”
NHTSA complaint #11384417, filed 2020-12, 68,000 miles“We purchased our car at 28,000 miles & around when it got to 40,000 miles, the car , when it has been in idle for too long, when I go to turn my vehicle off, the engine seems to still be running or shakes. I sometimes am able to turn it on again & turn it off & it's fine, but sometimes somehow when the engine is till running, when I go to 'turn it on' it's already on so I can just put it in drive.”
NHTSA complaint #11408545, filed 2021-04, 40,000 miles“The check engine light started flashing Check hybrid system turn off engine massage appeared The gas pedal doesnt work and the car jumps The problem happened 4 times so far with me The same problem happened about 5 times with my uncle that drives 2016 sonata hybrid”
NHTSA complaint #11514331, filed 2023-03, 157,187 miles“Engine has been burning oil I kept taking it to Hyundai to get it repaired and do the trial test to get it fixed they refused to repair. Engine has now blown I would like my car repaired I want to keep it. If possible”
NHTSA complaint #11569152, filed 2024-01, 160,429 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038458Oct 8, 2026Some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure…
- 11038456Oct 7, 2026Certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures…
- 11033700May 21, 2026Certain Santa Fe (TMA), Santa Fe Sport (AN), Sonata (LFA), and Tucson (TL) vehicles equipped with Theta II engines may exhibit elevated engine-out emissions. The California Air…
- 11033699May 21, 2026Certain Santa Fe (TMA), Santa Fe Sport (AN), Sonata (LFA), and Tucson (TL) vehicles equipped with Theta II engines may exhibit elevated engine-out emissions. This bulletin…
- 11033705May 19, 2026Following completion of Service Campaign 9C2 (Theta II Emissions Improvement), certain vehicles may exhibit a brief hesitation or rough shifting condition during cold start…
- 11033701May 19, 2026Following completion of Service Campaign 9C2 (Theta II Emissions Improvement), certain vehicles may exhibit a brief hesitation or rough shifting condition during cold start…
- 11031400Apr 18, 2026Some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing…
- 11031416Apr 14, 2026Certain 2019 – 2020 model year Santa Fe, 2017 – 2018 model year Santa Fe Sport, 2015 – 2019 model year Sonata, and 2018 – 2021 model year Tucson vehicles may exhibit elevated…
- 11030625Mar 30, 2026Hyundai Motor America is currently investigating an ongoing issue with software GDS event #1383 related to 2015MY Sonata (LFA) 2.4L vehicles. The matter is currently being…
- 11030619Mar 30, 2026Hyundai Motor America is currently investigating an ongoing issue with software GDS event #1383 related to 2015MY Sonata (LFA) 2.4L vehicles. The matter is currently being…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 12% |
| 2024 | 3 | 6% |
| 2023 | 28 | 32% |
| 2022 | 25 | 26% |
| 2021 | 34 | 25% |
| 2020 | 32 | 18% |
| 2019 | 87 | 54% |
| 2018 | 212 | 57% |
| 2017 | 385 | 50% |
| 2016 | 452 | 62% |
| 2015 | 629 | 55% |
| 2014 | 303 | 40% |
| 2013 | 739 | 39% |
| 2012 | 567 | 36% |
| 2011 | 968 | 29% |
| 2010 | 29 | 8% |
| 2009 | 56 | 12% |
| 2008 | 48 | 11% |
| 2007 | 41 | 6% |
| 2006 | 44 | 4% |
| 2005 | 6 | 4% |
| 2004 | 5 | 2% |
| 2003 | 3 | 2% |
| 2002 | 5 | 2% |
| 2001 | 1 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2017 Hyundai Sonata
173 complaintsOther or unknown
103 complaintsElectrical system
65 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
56 complaintsBody and structure
37 complaintsFuel system
33 complaintsAir bags
22 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsExterior lighting
20 complaintsVehicle speed control
20 complaintsEngine cooling
19 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
17 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology