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2017 Hyundai Tucson Electrical Problems

64 owner-reported electrical complaints from NHTSA data

64
Complaints
1
Recalls
2
Crashes
5
Fires
Jan 2021Dec 2022
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Electrical Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #16V842000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.

Owner Complaints (64)

criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Nov 2024

Rear driver side door suddenly will not open from outside or inside. A rear passenger would be essentially trapped in the car should an incident/accident happen. I googled and it seems this is a well known issue affecting several model years of Hyundai, including my 2017 model.

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NHTSA #: 11623924
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
FireFiled: Aug 2023

Vehicle caught fire damaging wiring harness. engine has hesitation, AC system was damaged by fire. recall shows electrical system/engine and brakes in recall.

NHTSA #: 11541524
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2023

On July 22nd, the duel clutch malfunctioned & caused the vehicle gear shift to no longer engage. The car does not move in Drive or Reverse. It can only be pushed in Neutral or towed.

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NHTSA #: 11538639
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FireFiled: Jul 2023

Faulty wiring on wiring from alternator LED to electrical fire

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NHTSA #: 11530579
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CrashFiled: Nov 2022

My vehicle was broken into on Nov. 17, 2022 and thieves attempted to take the vehicle after smashing the back passenger window and gaining access. The vehicle alarmed once they either attempted to either open the drivers side door or start the vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11494936
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2022

Engine light and oil light stays on in the car. Car shaking really bad. Oil is evaporating in less than a thousand miles.

NHTSA #: 11490602
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jul 2022

Subsequently following an engine replacement due to recall, there is now an electrical issue which has caused something to burn or possibly start fire as there is a burning smell from the hood and heat coming from under the hood into the car's cabin from the dashboard area and the drivers seat bottom is very hot.

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NHTSA #: 11475425
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Jun 2022

The driver side passenger door will not open with pulling on the door handle multiple times, about 10+ tries with a lot of force to get the door open. This is not a lubrication issue, I have lubricated the locking mechanism and is hasn't helped at all. Imagine if the car rolled over and was on fire and this door wont open, its terrifying to think.

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NHTSA #: 11470182
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: May 2021

I own a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. While trying to get my elderly Grandmother out of the backseat to her appointment the rear drivers side door failed and would not open. After multiple attempts trying to open from outside and inside my ninety year old Grandmother had to maneuver herself to get out of the other door.

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NHTSA #: 11417569
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Apr 2021

There is a recall out for my vehicle to fix / replace parts as a glitch with the electrical system could cause an engine fire (hyundai recall 195). I was told when I brought the vehicle into the dealership that I would have to wait 5 months before they could fix it.

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NHTSA #: 11413183
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
FireFiled: Mar 2021

My daughter was driving her car up a hill on hwy 2 and it slowed to a stop. She pulled over and it started smoking. The engine caught fire and burned her car.

NHTSA #: 11405893
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
FireFiled: Mar 2021

Traveling with wife and infant westbound 210 freeway in pasadena, ca. At highway speed. Wife and I heard a continuous, muffled clicking sound for 20-30 seconds.

NHTSA #: 11404249
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2021

I called to have the recall fixed and was informed there is a waiting list of unknown length. This could be a potentially fatal problem. There should not be a waiting list.

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NHTSA #: 11398729
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2021

Currently awaiting a letter from the dealer to have my tucson fixed due to the recall that could start a fire. Currently not able to rent it out due to open recall.

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NHTSA #: 11398444
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2021

There is a current recall on this vehicle: NHTSA recall number20v543000. I have called the dealer and they have no idea of when hyundai will provide a fix. Since this defect can cause the car to catch fire can you please find out about the fix for this problem.

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NHTSA #: 11396454
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Filed: Feb 2021

I purchased 2017 tucson brand new at roughly 22k my engine seized and the 3rd connecting rod failed. After engine replacement I continued to have problems with rear driver side brake light continuously going out, bulb is not out but wiring scorched and bulb somehow continuously becomes loose. I have replaced front headlights repeatedly with the driver front shattering in housing.

NHTSA #: 11395530
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Filed: Jan 2021

NHTSA #20v543000 recall number 195 still has no remedy for this year model. The dealer I just bought my vehicle from has 13/14 certified pre owned with open recalls of this nature. I purchased and then was told I could not take it until the recall was fixed.

NHTSA #: 11386743
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2019

N june 24, 2019 I discovered my vehicle was cyber control hacked.. Mysterious radio code, interference with sirius radio signal, channels kept changing, cannot control volume, discovered an alien iphone connected to blue tooth, malicious link appeared on 6/11/19 when radio was taken down to manufacturing settings.

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NHTSA #: 11229988
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Jan 2026

Following the knock sensor detection system update, this car has a P1326 code that forces it into limp mode. Occurs during moderate-hard acceleration, e.g. getting on a highway.

NHTSA #: 11711654
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Jul 2025

Power windows will go down by driver buttons but driver buttons will not work to make windows go back up. Engine is stalling, can smell exhaust, manifold is said to be needed to be replaced. Burns oil badly.

NHTSA #: 11671359
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2024

I am writing to report a serious issue with our 2017 Hyundai Tucson. As the first and only owners of this vehicle, we have diligently maintained it through authorized dealerships. However, in May 2023, while driving on the highway, the car suddenly lost power and would not accelerate beyond 30 MPH.

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NHTSA #: 11580486
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Dec 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shuddering with several unknown warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the speedometer, turn signals, and temperature gauge failed to operate while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11499576
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Filed: Jun 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 21V727000 (Engine), 20V543000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), and 16V842000 (Electrical System, Trailer Hitches). The contact stated that after the recall repairs were performed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled while driving 60 MPH.

NHTSA #: 11471722
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Nov 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving up a mountain at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was making a knocking noise and then stalled. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated.

NHTSA #: 11442017
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Aug 2019

The rear brake light socket burned. In addition, the brake light was installed improperly making it extremely difficult to remove.

NHTSA #: 11243847
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Feb 2018

My car was parked in my driveway. I only had it less than a month (new). I tried to remote start it & it wouldnt work.

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NHTSA #: 11072798
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Nov 2025

I am writing regarding a serious incident involving negligent automotive service performed by Jiffy Lube Store #687. On October 24, 2025, I took my 2017 Hyundai Tucson to this location for a standard oil change. I trusted that the service would be completed properly and safely.

NHTSA #: 11701845
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Nov 2025

Sensors something to do with the motor and not sure where the other sensors is related to could be the motor as well. The safety was not good due to it shut off in the middle of traffic and making wraddling noise. I took the vehicle to the dealership where purchase from.

NHTSA #: 11700733
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Oct 2025

My 2017 Hyundai Tucson has completely broken down will not go into reverse had a diagnostics at Hyundai. I thought it was going to be covered because of the class action suit. My car apparently was not in the recall or the suit.

NHTSA #: 11696482
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
Filed: Jul 2025

The controls (buttons) on the right side of my steering wheel progressed from slow to respond to completely unresponsive, and then the driver airbag light started coming on. At first it was intermittent, then constant. I didn't expect those two issues to be related but did come to learn it was the clock switch.

NHTSA #: 11675080
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Jul 2025

limp mode check engine light code p1326

NHTSA #: 11670507
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jun 2025

Car cuts off when driving the speed drops down automatically stops the dash lights go out and can’t start it right away

NHTSA #: 11665649
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Nov 2024

All of the lights on the dashboard and check engines light were illuminated. The speedometer would not work and the stick shift would stick in park causing me to have to release the shift lock manually to drive. The failure mileage was 59,450.

NHTSA #: 11626342
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
FireFiled: Mar 2024

Car had smoke engine overheating this is the 3rd engine I got sick from the smoke I don’t feel safe in that car

NHTSA #: 11575146
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Sep 2023

The vacuum pump on my 2017 hyundai has a faulty cap resulting in an electrical error to the CAN system. This causes dash lights ABS 4WD parking break stability control TPMS sensor check engine light to eliminate and the speedometer to not work. All of the systems are not opperating due to the system not being able to communicate.

NHTSA #: 11546189
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,ENGINE
CrashFiled: Jul 2023

My truck was stolen so most likely they messed up my ignition. Before this my lights keep going out every time I replace one a different one goes out. Wheel always going out of air and my truck always jerking when driving or breaking.

NHTSA #: 11530606
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jun 2023

The 2017 hyundai tucson will trap you inside the car. The doors will work intermittently and other times they simply will not open. Even when the car is unlocked.

NHTSA #: 11529859
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
Filed: Jun 2023

Car has been hesitating to start this last week, Friday 6/2/23 warning lights came on & air conditioning stopped working. My local Hyundai shop is booked 2 weeks out so I already have an appt for 6/13/23. But on 6/2 I barely made it to a shop close to my home for a diagnostic check.

NHTSA #: 11525915
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Feb 2023

All the lights in the dashboard are on always, also the check engine light as well, and we found a recall issued for these cars campaign 18-01-026, tucson vacuum pump sealant application/ cap replacement (service campaign T3C) date September 2018

NHTSA #: 11507989
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Jan 2023

While driving, all of the warning lights on the dash came on and the car shut off. After pulling over, the car started again. The car was bought on 10/18/22 and the first incident was 11/7/22.

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NHTSA #: 11500580
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Nov 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that on multiple occasions, upon acceleration from a stop, there was a 3-second delayed before the vehicle responded and sputtered and lunged forward. The contact stated that on several occasions while idling or coming to a stop, the vehicle hesitated.

NHTSA #: 11492721
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Sep 2022

While driving, switched window buttons, driver side front and passenger front, windows will not return to closed position. Also rear windows will not operate as well. When window buttons pressed, clicks and whirring sound heard but windows do not go up.

NHTSA #: 11484336
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Aug 2022

After the engine was replaced we are still having electrical and engine issues and dealers in Atlanta area will not accept engine repairs. The car will not start consistently and most dangerous if we use our bights (lights) for just a second even, the car will shut down and restart when the bights are released.

NHTSA #: 11478248
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
Filed: May 2021

Door smart key button has broken (driver's & front passenger's door) user is unable to lock/unlock the car. User must use the beeper or key to unlock/lock the car. Went to dealership and the told me that the car has been forced by someone because is very easy to steal.

NHTSA #: 11416505
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2021

The car makes a squeaking noise and has slow acceleration when pressing on the gas

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NHTSA #: 11404346
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Oct 2020

Our 2017 hyundai tucson is going through a lot of oil. We are having a consumption test done. I called the hyundai dealer where we had the oil change and he said he heard something about hyundai tucson's burning through a lot of oil.

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NHTSA #: 11367039
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Sep 2019

I made a complaint against this same problem but now it is on the opposite side. The brake rear passenger side has burned. The dealership blocked em from making an appointment to repair the defect.

NHTSA #: 11252945
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Jun 2019

When trying to turn off the tucson (vehicle has push button start) to refill the gas tank, the engine didn't turn off. While the engine was on, it restarted again the engine, all the warning lights turned on in the dashboard and the engine started to vibrate violently with RPM's around 500 RPM. Some seconds later the engine RPM stabilized (normal idle).

NHTSA #: 11220797
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Filed: Mar 2019

On november 3rd, 2016 I purchased on 2017 hyundai tucson with $1500 and my 2016 hyundai elentra trade-in. Onor about january 3rd, 2018 I experienced an issue of the driver seat not reclining and inclining, leaving me stuck in certain positions. I scheduled service at sage hyundai and soon after the company closed without providing a service location.

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NHTSA #: 11191222
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed: Nov 2018

Since shortly after purchase, the vehicle's backup camera has experienced blacking out after the initialization blackout with regular frequency. When putting the car in reverse the screen initially shows a black screen until the camera intializes. Then the picture of behind the vehicle shows, followed by the backup guide lines.

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NHTSA #: 11144631
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Oct 2018

THE BRIGHT LIGHT / TURN SIGNAL ARM HAS AN OFF..AUTO..ON ROTATING END THAT CONTROLS THE HEADLIGHTS/DASH/BRIGHT-DIM CONTROL. WHEN THE LIGHTS ARE ON BRIGHT YOU HAVE TO PULL THE SWITCH ARM TO DIM THE LIGHTS. THE TROUBLE IS THE ROTATING END MOVES FROM AUTO TO OFF, SHUTTING ALL THE LIGHT DASH ETC OFF. SINCE YOU ARE DRIVING AT 55 TO 75 MPH AND ALL THE LIGHTS GO OFF LEAVING YOU MOVING HIGH SPEED IN THE DARK HYUNDAI IS ENDANGERING MY LIFE AND THE LIVES OF THE PASSENGERS INTENTIONALL BECAUSE OF THE POOR INCOMPETANT DESIGN. THEY SHOULD RE DESIGN THE SWITCH ARM AND REMOVE THE LIGHT SWITCH FROM THE END OF THE TURN SIGNAL ARM. I HAVE TO TAKE NITRO GLYCERINE BECAUSE I'M SCARED TO DEATH. OTHER DRIVERS HAVE THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. ALL TUSCONS SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM THE ROAD UNTIL THIS IS FIXED. THE DEALER DOESN'T CARE. HYUNDAI SHOULD BE FINED AND JAILED FOR DANGEROUS ENGINEERING. IT HAPPENS MULTIPLE TIMES!

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NHTSA #: 11141158
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Jul 2017

Hesitation on acceleration, dual clutch transmission. Reported problems with the 2016 tucson. My vehicle is a 2017 tucson se plus, the problems are the same as previously reports regarding the 2016 model.

NHTSA #: 11006474
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2024

Unable to open passenger door on driver side. Unable to open from the outside or the inside.

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NHTSA #: 11621801
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Mar 2024

Blow up headlights bulbs and taillights bulb

NHTSA #: 11577233
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2024

Unknown the car just start malfunctioning

NHTSA #: 11570782
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Jun 2023

Problem with the engine

NHTSA #: 11527244
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2023

Is there anything being done to Hyundai for all of the vehicles being stolen

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NHTSA #: 11506224
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Sep 2022

I was driving park the car and it wouldn't turn back on . I open the door and the car turn back on . The radio everything reset.

NHTSA #: 11482698
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: May 2022

Myself, like others I have seen report the issue. The door (for me driver side front) will not open from the outside latch after door is unlocked. Can only open door from inside latch.

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NHTSA #: 11463829
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2021

Rear passenger side door. Door will not open from either the inside or outside. Apparently this is a very common issue with this make/model.

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NHTSA #: 11404786
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Dec 2020

Driver side brake light has gone out 4 times in 3 years

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NHTSA #: 11384159
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: May 2020

Shortage in the electrical system.. Never had so many bulbs blown out on 1 car - brake lights and head lights. Now there is a shortage in the hood...

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NHTSA #: 11323787
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Dec 2019

This is the 5th time. Rear brake light blew out on driver side this time.set another appointment for 12-06-2019

NHTSA #: 11286577
lowELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: May 2018

2mois et demi après l'achat le GPS qui change de langage, il montre plus les détailles, aucun signe de circulation ou autres et pourtant le deux premier mois tous fonction bien , pas de son dans la radio, je ne peux pas fermer les portes, j'ai du la fermé manuellement, l’arrière de la voiture qui s'ouvre toute seul, j'ai été pour faire des achats a mon retour j'ai trouvé l’arrière de la voiture ouverte (coffre) et pourtant j'ai bien vérifié avant de rentrer dans le magasin puisque ce n'ai pas la première fois que le problème ce pose, j'ai informé le concessionnaire il me dit que c'est moi qui a appuyer sur le bouton par erreurs, je l'ai informé que ce que je me suis dites la 1er, 2eme et 3eme fois mais là c'est plus que 10fois , hier c'est l'ouverture du toit qui ne veux pas s'ouvrir complètement, j'ai essayé aujourd’hui mais rien il s'ouvre a moitié, le GPS il redeviens comme avant, chaque jour une nouvel chose que faire????

NHTSA #: 11097302

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