How many steering complaints does the 2017 Hyundai Sonata have?

NHTSA lists 173 steering complaints for the 2017 Sonata, which is 23% of all 764 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the steering complaints on the 2017 Sonata.

At what mileage do steering problems usually appear on the 2017 Sonata?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for steering issues is 53,000 miles, though some owners reported failures as early as 1,500 to 2,000 miles.

Have steering failures caused crashes in the 2017 Sonata?

Yes, NHTSA data tied to this complaint category shows 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the 173 steering complaints.

Is the 2017 Sonata worse for steering complaints than other model years?

The 2017 Sonata's 173 steering complaints and 23% share are higher than most years after 2013, though earlier years like 2011 (1,171 complaints, 35% share) reported even more.

2017 Hyundai Sonata Steering Problems

NHTSA has logged 173 steering complaints for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata, 23% of its 764 total complaints, tied to 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury. Median mileage at failure was 53,000 miles, and no related recalls are listed for this issue.

Steering complaints: 173; 23% of 764
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 53,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Electric power steering suddenly locks up while driving, making the wheel hard or impossible to turn and leading to curb strikes or crashes.
Power steering assist cuts out abruptly at low speeds, around 5 to 10 mph, often accompanied by a warning light before power returns after restarting the car.
Steering wheel sticks near center at highway speed and requires heavy force to turn, causing the car to wander and overcorrect.
Power steering fails with a clunking sound when slowing to about 10 mph, then struggles to regain assist as speed increases again.
Some owners report the steering lockup happened repeatedly despite dealer inspection, with the cause left unidentified.

When 2017 Hyundai Sonata steering complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 13, 2016, latest Jul 25, 2026.

173 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2016 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2022 Q2 (22).

Steering recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Sonata model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201015 (4%)
20111,171 (35%)
2012301 (19%)
2013341 (18%)
201465 (9%)
201574 (6%)
201633 (5%)
2017173 (23%)
20189 (2%)
20196 (4%)
20207 (4%)
20212 (2%)
20220 (0%)
20232 (2%)
20242 (4%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2017 Hyundai Sonata have?: NHTSA lists 173 steering complaints for the 2017 Sonata, which is 23% of all 764 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the steering complaints on the 2017 Sonata.
At what mileage do steering problems usually appear on the 2017 Sonata?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for steering issues is 53,000 miles, though some owners reported failures as early as 1,500 to 2,000 miles.
Have steering failures caused crashes in the 2017 Sonata?: Yes, NHTSA data tied to this complaint category shows 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the 173 steering complaints.
Is the 2017 Sonata worse for steering complaints than other model years?: The 2017 Sonata's 173 steering complaints and 23% share are higher than most years after 2013, though earlier years like 2011 (1,171 complaints, 35% share) reported even more.