I was involved in a severe motor vehicle collision in a 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The airbags failed to deploy during the crash. I sustained serious injuries and was transported from the scene by EMS. This vehicle has known safety recalls, and I believe the airbag non-deployment may indicate a safety defect.
2017 Hyundai Sonata body problems
37 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 53,900. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 37
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 53,900
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Body36
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Hyundai Sonata body problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2017 Hyundai Sonata owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The vehicle’s dashboard continuously displays a “hood open” warning even though the hood is fully closed and securely latched. The hood has been physically inspected and confirmed to be closed, yet the warning persists. The issue appears to be related to a faulty hood latch sensor or switch, which is part of the hood latch assembly. The warning is inaccurate and does not reflect the actual condition of the hood. I am requesting that the federal safety agency review this issue for potential investigation, as it may represent a defect in the hood latch sensor system on the 2017 Hyundai Sonata that could affect multiple vehicles and pose a safety risk.
1. Sunroof frame detached from car due to defective adhesive. (Antena tailfin also detached from car years earlier because of defective adhesive). Because of this the frame was bent causing the sunroof to disengage from car . 2. Sunroof disengaging while on Interstate could have causes an accident or harmed person in car. A recall was placed on 2016 HYUNDAI Sonatas due to sunroof. 3. Unknown 4. HYUNDAI hired an engineering firm. The firm ( which was paid by HYUNDAI) found in favor of HYUNDAI. 5. Unknown
My car was recalled because of the paint chipping. I had it fixed however it is still chipping in more spots. I'd like it fixed considering I have paid over $27,000 and still owe $12,000 more. It would be nice to still have a decent car after I finally pay it off. I'd appreciate the help.
Hood latch won’t latch and hood opens while driving.
My paint is peeling and bubbling all over the car. The paint is chipping in multiple places.
Fault code in the Automatic Braking System C24020 C17410 White body paint bubbling and peeling off the car for no reason. Passenger door roof frame and trunk. Hood previously repaired
The car's paint is peeling all over. The roof was repainted in 2018, the hood and side door in 2024 and now the the roof supports on each side and trunk are peeling . While driving a big piece of white paint flew to my windshield blocking the driver's view. It stuck under the wipers when used to remove it. Hyundai is aware and has recalled the paint but delays fix and then fixes in tiny areas so that you have to continue coming back for repainting. Now they do not want to pay for repairs stating the recall expired. It expired because of their delay and not painting the entire car. Hyundai should paint the entire car when there is a paint defect.
The cap on the shark fin antenna came loose in normal service and cannot be secured. If this part were to fly off at highway speeds it would pose a safety issue to following vehicles since it becomes a projectile capable of causing significant damage. This problem is similar to that documented in KIA TSB SA272 which Hyundai does not recognize, although both manufacturers share similar component designs.
The rear passenger door will not open from the inside or the outside. This is a safety hazard in that an occupant cannot get out of the car in an emergency. There was no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. In doing research about this issue, the problem is well documented on Hyundai internet forums since 2021 so there is no reason this shouldn't already be considered a safety recall. The dealer was contacted and advised that since this is not showing as a manufacturer issue or a the federal safety agency safety issue, there is nothing they can do.
Questions about the 2017 Hyundai Sonata body
Does the 2017 Hyundai Sonata have body problems?
Owners have filed 37 complaints about the body of the 2017 Hyundai Sonata, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2017 Hyundai Sonata body problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 53,900 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Hyundai Sonata body?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Hyundai Sonata have the most body problems?
The Hyundai Sonata model years with the most body complaints are 2010 (164 complaints), 2000 (109 complaints) and 2002 (88 complaints).
Other 2017 Hyundai Sonata problems
Engine 403Steering 173Electrical 65Transmission 56Fuel system 33Airbags 22Brakes 22Acceleration 20Lights 20Locks 17Driver assistance 11Seat belts 8Suspension 4Tires 3Visibility 3Wheels 3Seats 1
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