10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 18
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 1
Average Mileage:
18,973 miles

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2017 Hyundai Tucson engine problems

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2017 Hyundai Tucson Owner Comments (Page 9 of 21)

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problem #259

Jan 212023

Tucson

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

After having a level 1 drivability test/inspection test done, code P0300, P1111, P301, P302 & P303 came up. Cylinder compression was tested and found cylinder 3 was at 30 PSI. The technician told me that this is a common issue with this make/model and I should take it to the dealer.

- Pflugerville, TX, USA

problem #258

Jan 272023

Tucson

  • miles
My vehicle is currently experiencing the Oil Consumption Defect that many others have complained about. My car stalled and eventually would only go 30 mph on hills. No low oil lights or indicators were observed before this happened. As well as in December of 2022, Hyundai had to replace my catalytic converter for $3000 which I believe now was the problem of the oil being consumed faster than it should be by the engine. I have been told repeatedly that my oil was almost gone even before an oil change was due. No leaks or oil was ever found outside of the vehicle. The dealership confirmed this issue of a defective rod bearing issue and submitted to Hyundai USA for a free engine under the warranty but are dragging their feet about it and keep requesting additional pictures etc. My safety was put at risk when due to no warning lights or anything, my car just stalled and stopped in the middle of the road. I also was told by an employee at the dealership that my vehicle barely passed Hyundai's bearing test and to "drive my vehicle until it blows up" and then they should be able to cover the engine. I was not willing to put my safety at risk on a highway 300 miles away from my home. So it has sat at the dealership for at least a month now. It was available upon request

- Anderson, IN, USA

problem #257

Feb 182023

Tucson

  • miles
It should be stated first that I do regular oil changes in my Hyundai Tucson and was 700 miles from my next oil change. I purchased this vehicle around 2/8/22 (last year). This past weekend, I was driving and when I came to a stop, my oil light came on and the engine shut off. I managed to get my car to an auto store and the dipstick had no oil on it. We added a quart and managed to get the car home. On the way home, my engine was making a knocking sound. My husband took it for an oil change, and the tech noted that there was only about 2 quarts of oil (and that was after I had just added a quart). They completed a full oil change. We immediately made an appointment with Hyundai to have my car looked at and did not drive it until we were driving it to the appointment. On my way to the appointment, my engine began making a very loud knocking sound and would not accelerate properly. Finally, as I was pulling into the Hyundai dealership, my engine completely seized up, the oil and check engine light came on, and the car turned off while I was in the main road. I managed to coast it into the Hyundai parking lot. My Tucson is now at the Hyundai dealership after they had to tow it from the front of their parking lot and I am waiting on hearing back from them what is wrong. I am being told it could take one month before they can tell me anything, so I am without transportation for that long.

- Braselton, GA, USA

problem #256

Feb 162023

Tucson

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Engine Failure at 73,000 miles with routine maintenance, under warranty (TXXM). Knocking sound from car, engine light started flashing and unable to accelerate on highway, putting myself and others on the road in danger. Immediately pulled off highway at next available exit and had the vehicle towed to dealer who is negligent in service inspection - stating not part or recent recall or under warranty. Dealer will not return calls or elaborate on service assessment other than "new engine needed." Escalated ticket to Hyundai national account.

- Saratoga Springs, NY, USA

problem #255

Oct 012021

Tucson

  • miles
two things....my back passenger side door just stopped opening...you cannot open from inside nor can you open from outside... won't open at all and now I notice the window 'sticks' I have to put it down and then it will go up slowly. 2nd this car burns through oil and I have seen other complaints regarding this from others online as well. I have to have an extra container of oil to use once every other week and now the muffler is smelling bad no oil can light ever when on but when I bought it used, about 3 weeks later the engine light came on and it started to knock. I went to a Jiffy Lube and they said "you have no oil" there are no spots at work or my driveway! This engine is a joke

- Worcester, MA, USA

problem #254

Jan 142023

Tucson 4-cyl

  • 31,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the engine made abnormal knocking sounds. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was no compression on the engine cylinder and the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer sent a diagnostic report to the manufacturer. The manufacturer then informed the dealer that a part of the repair would be covered. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 31,000.

- Carmel, IN, USA

problem #253

Aug 132020

Tucson

  • 35,636 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The failure recurred. The vehicle lost motive power while driving with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was next taken to Quirk Hyundai (111 McGrath Hwy, Quincy, MA 02169) and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,636.

- Braintree, MA, USA

problem #252

Jan 062023

Tucson

  • miles
My car randomly has check engine light go on and off. I check oil and it is low can not drive 3,000 miles without filling oil. It is so frequent that I check it every week. Dealership said they are known for engine issues best if I keep an eye on the oil. I love my car but this is crazy it has101,800 miles.

- Kenton, OH, USA

problem #251

Jan 152023

Tucson 4-cyl

  • miles
I have had my 2017 1.8L eco Hyundai Tucscon for 3 years now and recently it's been giving me signs of problems that are great concerns for safety, as well-known for this models; it only 62091 miles as of the day of this complaint. On Jan 15. 2023, I noticed that each time I start the car, it takes a little bit longer, then you hear a rattle sound and shaking of the engine block, then it start. Or the engine would suddenly slip, followed by a brief rattle sound while driving. I took it in for service to Manly Hyundai in Santa Rosa on Jan 27, 2023, but the mechanics there told me that they could not find where the problems are coming from, and that I would need to wait for an engine light to come on, as any diagnostic at this point maybe unnecessary and costly. Had I known that the 2017 Tucson had so many issues and recalls, or engine defects, specially the slipping or shaking on acceleration from idle, I would never put my money on a commuter like that. I AM STILL WORRIED FOR THE EUGINE NOT TO BLOW UP AS PER PREVIOUS INCIDENTS WITH THIS MODEL. Common issues: The18.0-liter eco 4-cylinder engines, which may have defective rod bearings. The bearings may wear prematurely. This can cause the engine to stall during operation. In extreme cases, a damaged connecting rod can puncture the engine block and cause the engine to leak oil onto hot components, leading to a fire. Please do something.

- Novato, CA, USA

problem #250

Nov 062022

Tucson

  • miles
The car is consuming oil at an excessive rate. Oil needs to be added every 2000 miles. The car will start to run loud and struggle but no leaks can be found and the low oil light is not turning on to warn of low oil. This started about 8 months ago and now I have to frequently add oil every 2000 miles which should not be necessary. There is currently a class action lawsuit pending regarding this issue.

- Schaumburg, IL, USA

problem #249

Jan 312023

Tucson

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Constantly jerking, hesitating or stalling.

- Summerville, SC, USA

problem #248

Jul 062022

Tucson

  • 76,489 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine). The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and had the recall remedy completed. The contact stated that on July 21, 2022, while driving at an unknown speed, the check engine and oil warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer, but the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The mechanic turned off the check engine and oil warning lights. The contact stated that the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer and had an oil consumption test at 1,000 miles. The failure persisted. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer and completed TSB: 21EM003H on the vehicle. The TSB was completed but the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the catalytic converter to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,489.

- Jamaica, NY, USA

problem #247

Jan 282023

Tucson

  • miles
Vehicle is showing transmission issues that match recall issued for same vehicle and model, problems accelerating and misfiring which appears to be dangerous too drive.

- Sicklerville, NJ, USA

problem #246

Sep 012022

Tucson

  • miles
the car was unresponsiveness when pushing the gas pedal, delay when accelerating, shaking, and the gears do not seem to change. this causes problems when trying to merge into traffic, make turns and anytime when acceleration is needed. We took it to the dealership said we needed a Dual Clutch kit however the vin does not have a recall therefore want to charge $2264. to fix the problem. it is obviously a manufacture defect. the car has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others. There were not any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. this problem has been going on for 6 months.

- Woodstock, IL, USA

problem #245

Nov 212022

Tucson

  • miles
Engine defective after 70,000 miles driven. Hyundai agreed the engine was defective and agreed to replace engine after it was brought in and diagnosed on December 12th 2022. Vehicle still at dealership awaiting new engine. Dealer stated that engine is on back order as of this date January 23rd 2023, and has no idea when it will be coming in!

- Hartsdale, NY, USA

problem #244

Dec 252022

Tucson

  • miles
I have had my 2017 Tuscan a month shy of 2 years. Kept up with oil changes. No oil spots on the cement where I park. Had just had an oil change a few weeks prior in fact. I had loss of power. My car wouldnt accelerate so I took it to Bradford Towing in Haverhill Ma and they looked at it and even put in a camera to see the damage. A bearing in the engine blew a whole through a piston causing an oil leak and misfire. My engine is junk now. Key Hyundai of Salem Nh was contacted by Bradford Towing who confirmed it was a known issue and they had repaired over 80 vehicles in the year prior. My particular VIN hasnt been recalled but it should be. I could have been in an accident or worse. Hyundai wont help me because Im not the original owner and I didnt buy it certified.

- Haverhill , MA, USA

problem #243

Jan 092023

Tucson

  • miles
2022-1-09 Left the house to run errands and noticed the car seemed sluggish when I stepped on the gas to accelerate. I'd actually felt like this may have been happening for some time but it is a "Sport" and it always felt a little funky when you accelerrated. It was blistery cold so my initial thought was I left too quickly and the vehicle maybe needed time to warm up. It felt like the engine didn't either seem to be shifting to a higher gear, or getting enough power to accelerate which was very concerning as this happened as I pulled out onto a busier road, yet couldn't accelerate. I made it to my first stop but called my husband to express concern something seems off with the vehicle. I told him I would likely skip my errands and come home for him to take a look. After my stop, I started the Tucson up to head home - and now the check engine light came on (solid)! Apparently flashing check engine is more serious? I was able to make the drive home to unload groceries but the whole ride home I couldn't accelerate properly so it was a scary drive home, I drove slowly on backroads and used my flashers to get home safely. We immediately called the Hyundai dealer near us which closed. Called four times the next am as we needed whatever was going on fixed quickly. Once the vehicle was at the dealer, we learned it had complete transmission failure. Thankfully it appears this is under warranty. It is STILL at the dealer as it needed to get an inspector to come out to confirm it was transmission failure (which has now been confirmed 10 days later).

- Lakeville, MN, USA

problem #242

Dec 252022

Tucson

  • 49,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light was flashing. The contact stated that the vehicle deaccelerated, and the vehicle started shaking. The contact was able to pull over safely, turned off, and then restarted the vehicle and the vehicle operate normally; however, several minutes later the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 49,000.

- Seattle, WA, USA

problem #241

Dec 262022

Tucson

  • miles
While driving on the interstate, my Tuscon started flashing a yellow check engine light and lost power. I had previously had it in to question why it would jerk when just starting. Dealer found nothing. We were able to safely get to the safely to the side of the road. It was towed to a dealership. The dealership said I was going to need a new engine. We did put in a good will warranty claim which the company is currently working on needing pictures from all parts of the engine and the dealer is working with them.. The car is a 2017 and only 107,000 miles.

- Milan, IL, USA

problem #240

Jan 072023

Tucson

  • miles
Engine started to misfire on PA turnpike, causing loss of power. Engine light came on. This was on a stretch of road with downhill s-curves at night. Car has been using a quart of oil every 500 or so miles. Turbo disintegrated at 100,000 miles, this current incident happened at 120.000 miles. I believe they are related. So far, Hyundai say that there is no compression in at least one cylinder and they have to disassemble engine to determine extent of problem. Engine codes stated multiple misfires in cylinders 2 and 4.

- Essex, MD, USA

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