Model year guide

2017 Hyundai sonata

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Hyundai sonata is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 69 on record.

2017 Hyundai sonata — representative photo
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2017 Hyundai sonata at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints761
Combined29 mpg
Typical price$13,230

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2017 Hyundai sonata recalls 3

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.

Exterior Lighting:turn Signal NHTSA Campaign #21V749000 · 24/09/2021

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.

Fix: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 210.

Latches/locks/linkages:trunk Lid:latch NHTSA Campaign #21V619000 · 06/08/2021

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

Fix: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.

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 sonata common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 761 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.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2017 Hyundai sonata MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,150

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

What's a 2017 Hyundai sonata worth?

Low
$9,795
Typical price
$13,230
High
$16,495

From 46 comparable 2017 Hyundai sonata listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

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

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$800
Total$11,550
Per mile$0.15

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 ($13,230) with the same model 5 model-years older ($12,428), 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 sonata trims & engines on record

Trims
SE, Eco · Sport, Limited, SPort 2.0T, Limited 2.0T · SE · Limited/Limited w/Ultimate · SE / SE w/Popular Pkg / Eco / Eco w/Tech Pkg · GLS(Middle)
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 187 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 245 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 154 hp · 1.6L 178 hp · 2.4L 4-cyl · 1.8L

2017 Hyundai sonata vehicles on record

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2017 Hyundai sonata — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Hyundai sonata have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 Hyundai sonata. 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 sonata?

Based on 761 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Hyundai sonata get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Hyundai sonata at about 29 mpg combined (25 city / 34 highway).

How much is a 2017 Hyundai sonata worth?

Comparable 2017 Hyundai sonata listings run roughly $9,795–$16,495, typically around $13,230 (from 46 vehicles).

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