2017 Hyundai Tucson Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 50 brake complaints for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson, 5% of that year's 1,086 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 36,427 miles. A related ABS/HECU fuse recall (20V543000) covers 2016-2018 Tucson models.
- Brakes complaints
- 50
- 5% of 1,086
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 3
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 36,427 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Brake pedal goes to the floor with no ABS engagement, causing loss of stopping power and rear-end collisions.
- Brakes intermittently seize at low speed accompanied by an abnormal grinding noise, then return to normal after the vehicle is restarted.
- Rear brake light sockets burn out repeatedly, sometimes on both sides, requiring the brake harness to be replaced.
- Owners report being unable to get the ABS/HECU fuse recall repair completed because dealerships lack parts.
- Brake pedal feels unusually hard and must be pressed harder than normal for the smart key system to allow the engine to start.
- White smoke and stalling occur when the brake pedal is depressed at a complete stop, along with dashboard warning lights.
When 2017 Hyundai Tucson brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 10, 2019, latest Mar 23, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson
- NHTSA 20V543000Sep 4, 2020Brakes652,024 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.
Brakes complaints by Tucson 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 Tucson?
- NHTSA lists 50 brake complaints for the 2017 Tucson, which is 5% of the 1,086 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson?
- Yes. Recall 20V543000, reported September 4, 2020 and expanded to include 2016-2018 Tucson models, addresses an Anti-lock Brake System issue and involves replacing the HECU fuse. It is a park-outside recall, not a do-not-drive order.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2017 Tucson?
- The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints on the 2017 Tucson is 36,427 miles.
- Did the brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data tied to this Tucson's overall complaint set for the year records 2 crashes, 3 fires, and 2 injuries, though not all are confirmed to stem specifically from the brake complaints.
- How does the 2017 Tucson's brake complaint share compare to other model years?
- The 2017 Tucson's 5% share of complaints tied to brakes is lower than years like 2019 (32%), 2015 (31%), and 2011 (32%), suggesting brakes were a relatively smaller issue for 2017 compared to those years.