2017 Hyundai Sonata lights problems

20 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 24,000.

owner complaints: 20
of this car's complaints: 3%
typical mileage: 24,000
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Headlights: bulbs
1
Brake lights
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Hyundai Sonata lights problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2017 Hyundai Sonata lights

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Headlights 17

Related recalls

Exterior lighting: turn signalReported September 24, 2021 · 469,377 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.
Risk: A turn signal that activates in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑371‑9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 210.

Recall number 21V749000 · Recall details

What 2017 Hyundai Sonata owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 26, 2025 · Engine, Lights · OH

.Car is using or burning alot of oil. After oil change. It went 2800 miles on the oil change and the cars oil light come on. Checked oil and nothing on the dip stick. Headlights randomly shut off at night. Had the wiring checked and didnt find any issues

Filed Feb 3, 2025 · Electrical, Lights · CA

I keep having both my low beam headlight bulbs burning out and one of them started catching on fire. The driver side caught some type of electrical issue causing it to start smoking and eventually melted the connector and lightbulb housing

Filed Dec 19, 2023 · Lights · 58,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the headlights were very dim while driving at night. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted, and the contact was provided a diagnostic fee to have the vehicle inspected. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the defect was a manufacturer defect that only the manufacturer could resolve. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.

Filed Jun 21, 2022 · Lights · 143,000 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the exterior brake lights failed to illuminate while the brake pedal was depressed. The failure almost caused a collision. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.

Filed Dec 10, 2021 · Lights · ME

I have owned this car since 11/2018. I have NEVER replaced as many headlight bulbs in my life as I have for this vehicle. Mostly the low beam. Almost every three months. I'm looking to replace the wiring soon hoping to remedy this issue. Ridiculous.

Filed Oct 2, 2021 · Lights, Visibility · NJ

On a dark or dimly lit road the low beam headlights create a sharp boundary looking through the windshield with headlight illumination on the lower area and darkness on two thirds down from the top of the viewing area. It is as if the windshield has a line horizontally across it two thirds down in the field of view. The line bounces when the car bounces and dark upper portion can not be properly viewed through to see the road ahead. It is a safety issue due to poor visibility. The dealer has said a few times there is no issue and no reported issue. All they could do was adjust the headlights an inch. It didn't help. I don't drive it at night unless I have no choice and only very short distance. It got much worse recently. I won't sell this car to anyone, its not safe.

Filed Aug 16, 2021 · Lights · FL

The headlights and brake lights are constantly blowing and not working. Just recently my light bulbs were switch in august and the driver side will only work with the high beams on and my car is available upon request for inspection… I’m unable to see if i don’t have on the high beams and I’m pretty sure it’s blinding the other drivers. It haven’t been to the dealer since they were able to repair the brake light defects and there were no warning signs prior to the issue.

Filed Jul 31, 2021 · Lights · FL

* Taillights (Brake lights) * Bulbs are burning out continuously and I am afraid is going to cause a fire since they get so hot. I have replaced them on both sides at least 10 times over the last year * No * No

Filed Mar 10, 2021 · Engine, Lights · MI

The low oil indicator light does not function at all when the oil drops below normal. The engine uses an excessive amount of oil for normal uses. My vehicle goes through about 5 quarts of oil a month if not more and the vehicle is not leaking any oil at all. My vehicle has been inspected for leaking. My vehicle has stalled out at busy traffic lights, intersections and has not started due to oil issues.

Filed Nov 10, 2019 · Lights · FL

Headlights(low beam) on limted model has a dark line and two notches. Difficult to see properly at night.

Questions about the 2017 Hyundai Sonata lights

Does the 2017 Hyundai Sonata have lights problems?

Owners have filed 20 complaints about the lights of the 2017 Hyundai Sonata, 3% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2017 Hyundai Sonata lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 24,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Hyundai Sonata lights?

Yes, 1 recall: 21V749000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Hyundai Sonata have the most lights problems?

The Hyundai Sonata model years with the most lights complaints are 2011 (250 complaints), 2013 (198 complaints) and 2012 (141 complaints).