2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport problems
The Hyundai Santa Fe (Korean: 현대 싼타페) is an automobile produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 2000. It is a five-door crossover SUV that either has front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. It is named after the city of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and was introduced for the 2001 model year as Hyundai's first SUV. The Santa Fe was a milestone in the company's restructuring program of the late 1990s because the SUV was a hit with American buyers. Between 2006 and 2012, the Santa Fe was positioned between the smaller Tucson compact crossover and the larger Veracruz.
The third-generation Santa Fe introduced in 2012 was available in two versions, which are regular (short) and extended long-wheelbase version. The short model was sold as the Santa Fe Sport in North America (three-row seating was not available) and simply Santa Fe in global markets (three-row seating was standard or optional), while the extended long-wheelbase model is called the Santa Fe in the US, Santa Fe XL in Canada and called the Hyundai Maxcruz in South Korea. The fifth and current generation was released in 2023 and omits diesel engines in favor of petrol hybrid powertrains.
As of 2022, the Santa Fe is positioned between the smaller Tucson – which the Santa Fe shares platform with – and the larger Palisade in Hyundai's global crossover SUV line-up.
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Common 2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport problems
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has been reported to have several common problems by its owners. One of the most significant issues is related to the engine, with several reports of major engine rebuilds or replacements, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt problems.
A known problem with the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport's engine is a machining issue with a third-party supplier that allowed metal fragments to get into the oil, causing engine failure. While Hyundai did not recall the vehicle, they extended the warranty on the engine. However, some owners still experienced engine failure and had to wait for an extended period due to supply chain issues.
Another engine-related issue is high oil consumption, with some owners reporting that the vehicle uses one quart of oil in less than 400 miles, while others report 1 quart per 600 miles. Some dealerships have suggested expensive upper end carbon cleaning procedures before submitting a warranty claim, but it does not sound legitimate to some owners.
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has also been reported to have problems with the seat belts. Hyundai has recalled the vehicle due to the seat belts detaching in a crash, which defeats the purpose of the safety feature. The latest recall includes the 2017 Santa Fe Sport.
Additionally, some owners have reported problems with the crankshaft position sensor, causing engine performance problems.
The vehicle has also been reported to have issues with the speakers, with some owners reporting no sound from the speakers.
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has also been reported to have problems with the windows, locks, and latches, with some owners reporting that the rear hood closes without warning.
Lastly, some owners have reported problems with the electrical accessories, such as buttons not working.
In summary, the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has been reported to have several common problems, including engine failure, high oil consumption, seat belt detachment, crankshaft position sensor failure, speaker problems, windows, locks, and latches issues, and electrical accessories problems.
Does the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe have engine problems?
Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Santa Fe vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The crankshaft assemblies may have been produced with surface irregularities in the crankshaft pin, causing engine bearing wear.
What is common problem in Hyundai Santa Fe?
Some of the common issues reported by owners, according to RepairPal, include: Transmission Problems. Engine Issues. Suspension Problems.
How long will a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport last?
Hyundai's midsize Santa Fe SUV is generally regarded as a dependable vehicle. Owners often claim 150,000 to 200,000 miles on regular maintenance alone. Routinely servicing a Hyundai Santa Fe is the best way to up the odds of it lasting to 200,000 miles. This includes oil and filter changes every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
What is the fuel efficiency of a Santa Fe 2017?
The 2017 Santa Fe with front-wheel drive is EPA-rated 17/23/20 mpg city/highway/combined for Ultimate trims or 18/25/21 for the lower trims. All-wheel drive drops combined ratings by 1 mpg.
2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Hyundai Santa fe sport problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport
The NHTSA has received 257 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-30
- VIN: 5NMZUDLB4HH
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The engine is burning oil excessively despite on time maintenance. The engine was completely out of oil when I noticed because the oil light and other warning lights never came on.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-18
- VIN: 5NMZUDLB3HH
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Excessive oil consumption burned off by engine despite registered oil changes by the dealership. No warning laps prior to issue being noticed by owner which can put risk of driver and passengers in danger of engine failure.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-01
- VIN: 5XYZWDLA7HG
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sports. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal and attempting to overtake another vehicle, the vehicle failed to immediately respond, and the vehicle decelerated. Additionally, while driving at various speeds the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power and decelerated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure or determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 10,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 5NMZT3LB5HH
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Engine failure - Yes, vehicle is available for inspection. Car started shaking violently and would hesitate or not move at all when trying to accelerate. I was left in a few dicey situations when it would hesitate while trying to accelerate. Hyandai will not confirm there is a problem with this particular engine problem, however I’ve read there are many other people with the same car, same problem- Excessive oil consumption which causes damage to the pistons, which can cause compression problems and eventually engine failure. I believe this is what happened to my car. Hyandai has done a diagnostic but failed to cover it under their extended engine warranty. Their claim is that they extended the engine warranty for rod bearing failure only which they could not find in my vehicle. My vehicle has had regular maintenance and only has 95k on it. Yes the engine light came on and I took it to my mechanic and then to All Star Hyandai, Pittsburg Ca
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-10
- VIN: 5XYZT3LB0HG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while merging onto the freeway at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact was depressing the accelerator pedal however, the vehicle was not accelerating as needed. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel pump gasket and fuel line needed to be replaced. The dealer checked the oil and found that there were metal shavings inside the oil pan. The contact was informed over 2 quarts of engine oil needed to be added. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred; however, the vehicle had not been taken back to the dealer. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-15
- VIN: 5NMZWDLA4HH
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The driver was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the engine. The contact was informed there was no compression in the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,000.
ENGINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-17
- VIN: 5NMZTDLB6HH
- Components: ENGINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the contact became aware of oil stains underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for an oil change however, oil was added instead. The vehicle was not diagnosed, and the contact was not provided a cause for the oil leak. The vehicle was drivable however, a week later while the vehicle was parked, the oil light illuminated, and the vehicle was making an abnormal sound. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and informed the contact that an oil change was needed. Additionally, the contact was informed that the spark plugs needed to be replaced due to an excessive amount of oil on the spark plugs. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,521.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-04
- VIN: 5NMZT3LB3HH
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I am the second owner of the car bought Oct of 2023. Car was burning through oil thought I needed an oil change and did this ( should not have needed it since it was done just before buying) and days later check engine light came on Hyundai said it was a knock sensor. They replaced it and exactly a month later check engine light came on again. Now they are saying engine is shot and will cost $20,000 to fix. Car had great maintenance records. These cars are not safe as the engine can blow or the car will come to a stop at any minute while driving down the road putting not only the vehicle occupants in danger but also anyone driving near them. First started December of 2023 and sencond problems was January of 2024. I will be uploading all the files I have related to all the times it has been looked over.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-12
- VIN: 5NMZUDLB8HH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Engine oil consumption test at 1,000 miles after oil change. All oil gone. Happened for two oil changes. Engine light came on. I paid 5k in repairs for catalytic converter/manifold. Dealer contacted Hyundai to do combustion cleaning they said no. Dealer told me keep checking oil as my engine will seize on me. I'm terrified and this is dangerous to me and others. Hyundai knows of this oil engine problem still no recall.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-02
- VIN: 5XYZUDLB5HG
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated and started blinking. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test retrieved DTC Code: P1326 (KSDS failure). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-26
- VIN: 5XYZU3LB1HG
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and stalled. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-06
- VIN: 5NMZU3LB2HH
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: This vehicle was purchased used in 2020. In August 2022, during a daily commute, the engine began to sputter, lose power, and ultimately shut off at a traffic light. Fortunately, this happened on surface roads where speeds are low and traffic lights are frequent. The car was safely restarted and brought to a nearby service center. The car was subsequently towed to a Hyundai dealership 1.5 hours away because the local dealership was overwhelmed with vehicles and had a five-month wait for appointments. Despite having less than 67,000 miles, the engine had been experiencing excessive oil consumption for over a year. According to the Hyundai service center, the engine needs replacement. The Hyundai service center in Killeen Texas indicated that three of the four cylinders are below their piston compression requirements. Public sentiment on the excessive oil consumption problem can be found in the numerous comments on this website: [Top Class Actions - Hyundai Class Action Alleges Excessive Oil Consumption] [XXX] ]. I reached out to the Chief Customer Officer at Hyundai Motor America to determine whether they would stand behind their product and provide compensation for this obvious defect. However, Hyundai refused to offer any compensation, stating the car was outside its 5-year, 60,000-mile warranty. The excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure is a potentially dangerous issue for these vehicles. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-25
- VIN: 5NMZU3LB3HH
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The contact was adding synthetic oil every 3,000 miles driven and the oil would be depleted soon after. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the engine was rattling after attempting to start the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the camshaft phaser and knock sensor needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was later taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the oil pan was cracked. The contact stated that the oil pan was not cracked. The camshaft phaser had been replaced but the vehicle was not repaired. The check oil warning light was illuminated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 76,840.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-05
- VIN: 5NMZUDLB6HH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: After oil change, i noticed oil spots on driveway. Took it back to place that did oil change. They told me I had a crack in my oil pan and that it was caused by some sort of engine defect that causes engine oil pressure fluctuations that eventually cause the pan to crack. I believe NHTSA has opened an investigation into this issue.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the sunroof exploded while the shade guard was opened, causing shattered glass to fall inside the vehicle. The contact had not sustained any injuries. The contact pulled into the nearest tire shop and paid a fee for the shattered glass to be removed from the sunroof. The contact continued driving; however, she drove under hazardous conditions with the remaining part of the sunroof shuddering while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the sunroof needed to be replaced, and a fee was charged for the repair. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-20
- VIN: 5NMZUDLB4HH
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: am writing you today in frustration with my treatment at both your dealership Hyundai Streetsboro and Hyundai of Bedford. When I first purchased my vehicle I expressed concern regarding the hesitation while accelerating and the emense amount of oil this vehicle burns. When I scheduled all my services I expressed the same concern only to be told that it's normal rate or oil consumption. I am extremely nervous when merging into traffic because I never know when the car may decide to not accelerate. I have tired on numerous occasions to get this issue checked by two separate dealership but both dismissed my concerns. I have emails and expressed concerns when using the dealership online service request forms. In summary the vehicle hesitates when trying to accelerate, especially merging into traffic. The vehicle also burns oil at an unreasonable rate as a result of a faulty engine.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-12
- VIN: 5NMZTDLB3HH
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while at a stop sign, the oil pressure warning light illuminated and was flashing on and off. The contact stated that while stopped at the next stop sign, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was notified that there was half a quart of oil in the engine. The oil level was topped off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer approximately 3 days later where it was diagnosed with a fractured ball joint, no transmission oil, and 1 quart of engine oil was depleted. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at undisclosed speeds, blue smoke came from the exhaust pipes. The vehicle was taken to a different dealer where a fuel consumption test was scheduled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,432.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-13
- VIN: 5XYZWDLA3HG
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating while accelerating. Additionally, there were exhaust fumes entering the cabin of the vehicle with white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but no failure was found. The contact retrieved the vehicle, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who later diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. No further information was available. The vehicle was not yet repaired. Also, after turning the vehicle off, the radio remained activated causing the battery to drain and the vehicle could not be restarted. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 139,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-18
- VIN: 5NMZT3LBXHH
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the passenger’s side seat occupancy sensor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-18
- VIN: 5NMZT3LBXHH
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I was pulling onto I75 at 6:00am when my car started shuttering, making a clicking/ knocking noise and slowing way down. Thankfully I was able to make it onto the shoulder before causing an accident. I was unable to accelerate enough to go anywhere so I called a tow truck. My car is burning oil at an extremely fast rate. I have to get my oil refilled about every 7-10 days with the only warning of low oil being a flicker of my oil light. Continue to be shut down by Hyundai when we mention it. Everyone I know with this engine has had to have it replaced or get a new car. But Hyundai doesn’t want to do anything about mine. Currently sitting in their lot and they said it would be about a month before they would even look at it.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-07
- VIN: 5NMZU3LB4HH
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the engine was extremely low on engine oil, even though oil had been added 1,000 miles before the failure. The contact was informed that the engine was consuming oil abnormally fast. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 44,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-23
- VIN: 5XYZT3LB0HG
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a loud abnormal popping sound. The accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate. In addition, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact drove the vehicle to a safe location. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with engine knock and that the engine needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was taken to a second independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with engine failure and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-20
- VIN: 5NMZUDLB9HH
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that the liftgate would not release using the key fob or the gate release button in the vehicle. The contact stated that the liftgate had to be manually opened and closed. No warning lights was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but a diagnostic test was not performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,203.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-07
- VIN: 5NMZUDLB1HH
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: Driving down a 4 lane highway my car refused to accelerate and started shaking vigorously. My vehicles check engine light began to flask on and off. Had to pull off the high way and take the back roads the rest of the way home in fear that it would stop in the middle of the street. As we drove home, every time we would slow down or had to come to a stop the car would continue to shake and rattle with the check engine going and and off the rest of the way home. Took this to the dealership and they stated that I have a burnt exhaust valve on cylinder #2 along with needing a new catalytic converter and told me I should just replace the entire engine. I have 67k miles on a 2017 hyundai Santa Fe.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-25
- VIN: 5NMZUDLB1HH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Oil consumes so much oil. Goes through an entire oil change worth in 3 weeks with normal drive around town. Got oil change done 12/6 and by 12/25 there was no oil left in vehicle
2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport.
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
- Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
- Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable may corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
- Consequence: If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolt for the driver's seat belt anchor might not have been sufficiently tightened during assembly.
- Consequence: If the bolt was not sufficiently tightened, driver's seat belt may come unanchored in a collision, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.
- Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will verify that the driver's seatbelt anchor is properly secured, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for the recall is 165.
Negative 2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport car reviews
Positive 2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport car reviews
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This is a great SUV with stylish design and the best warranty in the industry. Don't be swayed by negative 'professional' reviews, this car is peppy and fast, even when you punch it for an SUV. The handling is excellent and the technology is top-notch, especially if you opt for the tech package. It's an excellent value for what you get. I compared it to Mercedes, BMW, and domestic brands, and hands down, it's the best value for the money. The full glass top is incredible and the largest in its class. The dynamic bending lights with the xenon lights are great, although it would have been even better if the fog lights were xenon too instead of regular halogen. Also, the dual-zone air conditioning works great, but it oscillates while in use, which is something you have to get used to.
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After test driving the BMW X3, I couldn't justify spending $50,000 on all the safety features. However, when we test drove the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, we were pleasantly surprised. For around $34,000, we were able to get all the bells and whistles. It rides and drives just as well, has all the electronics and luxury features, costs less to maintain, and has a better warranty. It may have less horsepower, but since it's an SUV, I'm not racing it anyway. Overall, we love it!
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This is our family car, and everything about it is great! If you're looking to buy one, I would recommend getting various quotes so you can get the best deal.
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The ride is a bit bumpy, but overall, it's a great car for hauling kids and groceries. It's spacious and well-built, and I was able to get it for a great price. I'm also getting better gas mileage than expected, averaging 27MPG. Although the engine is a bit underpowered, I chose this car for its fuel efficiency and avoided a turbo. I did notice that the transmission shifts down frequently on the highway, but using mid-grade fuel helps to smooth it out. Compared to other options like the CRV, RAV4, and Escape, this car is bigger and similarly priced. Overall, I'm happy with my purchase!
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I recently leased a 2017 Santa Fe Sport and I absolutely love it! It has everything I was looking for in an SUV - reliability, low maintenance, and all the accessories that other high-end SUVs typically have. I opted for the premium and tech package, and although it was a bit more expensive, I definitely feel like it was worth the investment. The Santa Fe drives like a dream and is incredibly quiet and comfortable. This was my first time driving a Hyundai, and I'm already planning on being a repeat customer!
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Are you having problems with your 2017 Hyundai Santa fe sport?
Ward O'Connell 2025-04-24
The car has good looks both inside and out, and some nice touches such as Apple Play. The turbo provides decent acceleration if power isn't needed instantly, and the vehicle is quiet. However, there are some cons to consider. The headlights are poor, and the audio system is horrible (I had to upgrade both). The steering and brakes are mediocre, but still manageable. The biggest issue is the powertrain stumbling when power is suddenly needed at low speeds in heavy traffic situations, such as changing lanes. This can be dangerous and makes the car unsafe. Many others have reported the same issue on the NHTSA website. I would recommend test driving the car at low speeds, say 5 mph, and then suddenly pressing the accelerator to experience the stumbling. Overall, the car has its pros and cons, but it's important to be aware of the potential safety issue with the powertrain.
Garrett Ankunding 2025-04-16
I have owned three Santa Fe Sports - a 2013, 2014, and now a 2017. While the previous models were satisfactory, I have to say that the 2017 model has been a disappointment. I purchased it in April 2016 and within months, the AC/heat began to emit an unpleasant odor. Despite bringing it in for service multiple times, the issue persists. Additionally, the car has developed a strange noise from the undercarriage during slow wide turns, which has yet to be resolved. The car also experienced significant vibration issues, which required multiple trips to the dealership to fix. While some of these issues have been addressed, the steering wheel still vibrates at certain speeds, which I was informed is normal for this vehicle. The car has also had a transmission software update due to shuddering and bucking, which has improved the situation but not completely resolved it. The car also experiences difficulty starting up in cold weather, despite the fact that I live in Florida. I have had to replace the radio system due to display issues, android auto connectivity problems, and a malfunctioning reverse camera. Despite all of these issues, I will say that the car is spacious and has a user-friendly touch screen. However, I have lost faith in the reliability of this vehicle and the brand as a whole. I am currently at a dealership and have been informed that some of the issues I have experienced cannot be duplicated. As a result, I am looking to trade in this car for a different brand. Otherwise, I am extremely dissatisfied.
Deonte Lehner 2025-01-17
The Hyundai Sport AWD Ultimate is an attractive and well-executed car that handles corners with ease. Although we have driven 30,000 miles, mostly in the city, I must admit that I regret buying it. The driver's seat is incredibly uncomfortable, unlike the rest of the seats which are comfortable enough. The seat material is of high quality, but the seat itself is hard as a rock and short in depth, which makes it uncomfortable for the thighs. Additionally, the seat does not tilt as I would like, only going up and down and back and forward. It takes time to figure out all the technology, but the entertainment and technology are very well done with quality materials throughout. I would recommend renting one and driving it for a week before making a decision. The Pathfinder SL in 4-wheel drive and the Highlander SE are better buys. I wish the car had a comfortable driver's seat and actually got 19-24 mpg, then it would be a good one. I just wish I could get my money back. The car listed at $39,800, but I paid $34,200 plus $3,300 tax, $500 DMV, $1,700 for prepaid maintenance for 7 years, and $2,000 for an extended bumper-to-bumper warranty. Note that extended warranties are not from Hyundai, but from the dealer, so be careful. Good luck if the dealer goes out of business. The fuel pump went out at 20k, but it was covered under warranty. Now that it is 5 years old, the used car value is about $25k.The car is very quick with 2t. It handles ideally in the city, but it may be uncomfortable and too small for road trips lasting 4 hours or more. However, the technology is sound and there are no gripes. Additionally, the car has proven to be reliable without any issues.
Nathanael Feest 2024-10-03
I paid $41.5 k for the top of the line Ultimate Tech 2.0 AWD (36 month lease). Unfortunately, I have experienced some safety concerns with the car. The smart cruise control sometimes fails to brake in time, which can be alarming. Additionally, the car fails to accelerate promptly in all modes (Econ/Norm/Sport), which can make merging onto a highway unsafe. The backup camera also goes dark intermittently, which can be frustrating. Furthermore, the CD resets to the beginning of Track 1 whenever I get a phone call, and the volume can be difficult to adjust if it was left high the night before. The suspension is also quite firm, which can make for a bumpy ride. Lastly, the wind noise above 45 MPH is excessive and annoying, especially with the luggage racks mounted, even while empty. I have been in contact with Hyundai Support for five months now, but unfortunately, my concerns have not been resolved. Despite these issues, I was initially attracted to the overall look and style of the car, especially the massive moon roof. However, I do not feel as safe as I would like in this car. I am hoping to find a solution to these issues and will continue to work with Hyundai to resolve them. Thank you for your understanding.
Giuseppe Botsford 2024-09-11
The 2017 Sante Fe 2.0T awd I leased (with only 28 months left, if I don't get broadsided) is experiencing hesitation issues when pulling into traffic, which is a very concerning problem. Despite having taken the vehicle back to the dealer three times in the past seven months, they claim that there is nothing wrong with the car and the computer diagnostics found no problems. However, it is important to note that Hyundai will not accept that there is a problem with these engines or transmissions until enough consumers complain or die. At this time, it is not cost-effective to repair.