2017 Hyundai santa fe sport problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport get?

The 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport at a glance

Safety recalls3

Owner complaints352

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined21–24 mpg

Typical price$17,695

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport recalls 3

Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch NHTSA Campaign #17V358000 · 05/06/2017

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.

Fix: 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.

Seat Belts:front:anchorage NHTSA Campaign #17V365000 · 05/06/2017

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.

Fix: 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.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #22V056000 · 03/02/2022

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.

Fix: 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 n…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 352 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Hydraulic

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport MPG & running costs

Combined21–24 mpg

City20 mpg

Highway26 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,983

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport worth?

Low

$14,995

Typical price

$17,695

High

$21,000

From 20 comparable 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,915

Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,550

Total$21,465

Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($17,695) with the same model 4 model-years older ($12,455), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport trims & engines on record

Trims

Base · POPULAR, Premium, TECH, 2.0T, Limited, Ultimate · Sport 2.0T Ultimate, Sport 2.0T Ultimate Tech · Sport Value Pkg ,Sport Premium pkg, Sport Tech pkg ,Sport 2.0T Base · Sport Base

Engines

2.4L 4-cyl 185 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 240 hp

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport vehicles on record

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2017 Hyundai santa fe sport POPULAR, Premium, TECH, 2.0T, Limited, Ultimate5XYZU3LB2HG416678

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport Base5XYZT3LBXHG429181

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2017 Hyundai santa fe sport POPULAR, Premium, TECH, 2.0T, Limited, Ultimate5XYZU3LB3HG398613

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2017 Hyundai santa fe sport Sport Base5NMZT3LB2HH030058

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2017 Hyundai santa fe sport Sport Value Pkg ,Sport Premium pkg, Sport Tech pkg ,Sport 2.0T Base5NMZUDLB6HH051742 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport POPULAR, Premium, TECH, 2.0T, Limited, Ultimate5XYZUDLB3HG430322

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport Sport 2.0T Ultimate, Sport 2.0T Ultimate Tech5XYZW4LA5HG456308

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport Sport 2.0T Ultimate, Sport 2.0T Ultimate Tech5XYZWDLA3HG478405

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport POPULAR, Premium, TECH, 2.0T, Limited, Ultimate5XYZUDLB8HG422698

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport POPULAR, Premium, TECH, 2.0T, Limited, Ultimate5XYZUDLB7HG427195

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport Base5XYZTDLBXHG410264

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport Sport Value Pkg ,Sport Premium pkg, Sport Tech pkg ,Sport 2.0T Base5NMZU3LB1HH025804

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport POPULAR, Premium, TECH, 2.0T, Limited, Ultimate5XYZU3LB7HG385962

2017 Hyundai santa fe sport Base5XYZT3LB0HG451089

Other Hyundai santa fe sport model years

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2017 Hyundai santa fe sport — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport?

Across all 352 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, service brakes, hydraulic.

What is the 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport get?

The 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

How much is a 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport worth?

Comparable 2017 Hyundai santa fe sport listings run roughly $14,995–$21,000, typically around $17,695 (from 20 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.