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2017 Hyundai Elantra Recalls

4 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Mar 28, 2017

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Hyundai Elantra average of 3.8 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering › Electric Power Assist System, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2017 Hyundai Elantra recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 17V213000

Steering › Electric Power Assist System

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Mar 28, 2017

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Electronic Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

Safety consequence

Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS motor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-243-7766. Hyundai's number for this recall 161.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 17V063000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Hydraulic

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Jan 26, 2017

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.

Safety consequence

A loss of power brake assist can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake system booster assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 157.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V956000

Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Dec 30, 2016

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2017 Hyundai Elantra vehicles manufactured April 15, 2016, to September 13, 2016, and Sonata vehicles manufactured May 27, 2016 to September 16, 2016. In these vehicles, the end seal for the driver's frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the event of a crash.

Safety consequence

In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 156.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V232000

Air Bags › Frontal

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Apr 21, 2016

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 29, 2014 to February 11, 2016, 2017 Elantra vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016 to February 22, 2016, and one 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicle manufactured October 15, 2015. In these vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage air bag deployment, resulting in the second stage not deploying in certain crashes. The primary stage will deploy as intended.

Safety consequence

An air bag that does not inflate increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5,2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 144.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2017 Hyundai Elantra recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Hyundai Elantra have?

This verified dataset contains 4 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2017 Hyundai Elantra. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2017 Hyundai Elantra?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology