2017 Hyundai Sonata Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 30 brake complaints for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata, 4% of its 764 total complaints for the year, with 6 crashes and no fires or injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 24,988. No brake-related recalls are on file for this model year.
- Brakes complaints
- 30
- 4% of 764
- Crashes reported
- 6
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 24,989 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the brake pedal being depressed fully but the vehicle failing to slow or stop, in some cases leading to a collision.
- Some describe the parking brake pedal going all the way to the floor after a locknut and washer detached from the parking brake cable.
- Several report the anti-lock brake system engaging in snow with pulsation and an extended stopping time, with reduced control over the vehicle.
- Others describe the brake pedal causing a shaking sensation when pressed at moderate speed.
- A few report sudden loss of power steering along with illuminated power steering and traction control lights while braking or maneuvering.
When 2017 Hyundai Sonata brake complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 28, 2016, latest Oct 24, 2025.
Brakes recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Brakes complaints by Sonata model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata?
- NHTSA lists 30 brake complaints for the 2017 Sonata, which is 4% of the 764 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata?
- No. The data on file shows no related recalls for the 2017 Sonata's brake system.
- Did the 2017 Sonata brake problems cause crashes?
- NHTSA data shows 6 crashes tied to brake complaints for the 2017 Sonata, with no fires and no injuries reported.
- At what mileage do brake problems tend to appear on the 2017 Sonata?
- The median mileage at failure among brake complaints for the 2017 Sonata is 24,988 miles.
- How does the 2017 Sonata compare to other model years for brake complaints?
- The 2017 Sonata's brake complaints make up 4% of its total complaints, lower than earlier years like 2010 through 2013, which ranged from 7% to 12%.