2017 Hyundai Elantra problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2017 Hyundai Elantra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Hyundai Elantra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Hyundai Elantra at about 30 mpg combined (27 city / 35 highway).

Q: How much is a 2017 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Comparable 2017 Hyundai Elantra listings run roughly $9,950–$14,995, typically around $12,204 (from 70 vehicles).

2017 Hyundai Elantra at a glance

Safety recalls4

Owner complaints759

Combined30 mpg

Typical price$12,204

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2017 Hyundai Elantra recalls 4

Steering:electric Power Assist System NHTSA Campaign #17V213000 · 28/03/2017

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Electronic Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS motor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-243-7766. Hyundai's number for this recall 161.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V956000 · 30/12/2016

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2017 Hyundai Elantra vehicles manufactured April 15, 2016, to September 13, 2016, and Sonata vehicles manufactured May 27, 2016 to September 16, 2016. In these vehicles, the end seal for the driver's frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the event of a crash.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 156.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:hydraulic NHTSA Campaign #17V063000 · 26/01/2017

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.

Fix: Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake system booster assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 157.

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #16V232000 · 21/04/2016

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 29, 2014 to February 11, 2016, 2017 Elantra vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016 to February 22, 2016, and one 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicle manufactured October 15, 2015. In these vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage air bag deployment, resulti…

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5,2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 144.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 Hyundai Elantra common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 759 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2017 Hyundai Elantra MPG & running costs

Combined30 mpg

City27 mpg

Highway35 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,060

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Low

$9,950

Typical price

$12,204

High

$14,995

From 70 comparable 2017 Hyundai Elantra listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Hyundai Elantra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,300

Depreciation (5 yrs)$1,450

Total$11,750

Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($12,204) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,760), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Hyundai Elantra trims & engines on record

Trims

SE Popular Pkg, SE Tech pkg, Limited · SE Base · Sport · Base, Value Edition, Tech Package

Engines

2.0L 4-cyl 147 hp · 1.6L 4-cyl 201 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 173 hp

2017 Hyundai Elantra vehicles on record

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Popular Pkg, SE Tech pkg, Limited5NPD84LF6HH128808

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Popular Pkg, SE Tech pkg, LimitedKMHD84LF5HU191402

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Popular Pkg, SE Tech pkg, LimitedKMHD84LFXHU103234 2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Base5NPD74LF0HH166988 2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Base5NPD74LF6HH091195

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Base5NPD74LF2HH201448 2017 Hyundai Elantra SE BaseKMHD74LF7HU084127

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE BaseKMHD74LF5HU362135

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Base5NPD74LF6HH090130

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Base5NPD74LF9HH139207 2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Popular Pkg, SE Tech pkg, Limited5NPD84LF9HH186122

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Popular Pkg, SE Tech pkg, Limited5NPD84LF9HH147398

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE BaseKMHD74LF7HU391295

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2017 Hyundai Elantra — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Hyundai Elantra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Elantra?

Based on 759 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Hyundai Elantra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Hyundai Elantra at about 30 mpg combined (27 city / 35 highway).

How much is a 2017 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Comparable 2017 Hyundai Elantra listings run roughly $9,950–$14,995, typically around $12,204 (from 70 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.