2017 Hyundai Tucson Engine Recall 21V727000
Hyundai has issued recall 21V727000 for certain 2017 Tucson vehicles. The recall addresses premature wear of engine connecting rod bearings, which can cause engine damage, increasing the risk of fire or a crash due to engine stall. The remedy involves inspection, potential engine replacement, and…
Why This Matters
This Hyundai Tucson recall addresses a critical safety concern. Premature wear of the engine's connecting rod bearings can lead to significant engine damage. If this occurs, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire or cause the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving. An engine stall significantly elevates the risk of a crash, posing a serious danger to vehicle occupants and others on the road.
What's Being Recalled
Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2017 Hyundai Tucson vehicles. The core issue is the premature wear of the connecting rod bearings inside the engine. This wear can lead to engine damage, which then creates the potential for a fire or an engine stall. The affected component is the engine itself.
Manufacturer's Remedy
For the Hyundai Tucson recall 21V727000, Hyundai dealers will inspect the engine of affected vehicles. If bearing damage is detected during this inspection, the engine will be replaced entirely. Additionally, all affected vehicles will receive a software update. This update installs a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS), designed to detect early signs of engine bearing wear. All repairs and software updates will be performed free of charge to the owner.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
Owners of potentially affected 2017 Hyundai Tucson vehicles were initially notified of the defect on November 16, 2021, with owner notification letters mailed on January 15, 2022. If you own a 2017 Hyundai Tucson and have not received a notification, or if you have questions about this Hyundai Tucson recall, you can contact Hyundai customer service directly at 1-855-371-9460. Please reference Hyundai's recall number 209 when you call. You can also check your vehicle's recall status by entering your VIN on the NHTSA website.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 21V727000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the main issue with the 2017 Hyundai Tucson in recall 21V727000?
- The main issue is that the connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely. This can lead to engine damage, increasing the risk of a fire or an engine stall.
- What are the potential safety risks of this engine problem?
- The premature bearing wear can cause engine damage, which may result in a vehicle fire or an engine stall. Both outcomes significantly increase the risk of a crash.
- How will Hyundai fix the engine issue for the 2017 Tucson recall?
- Hyundai dealers will inspect the engine for bearing damage. If damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Additionally, a software update for a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) will be installed on all affected vehicles. All repairs are free of charge.
- Will I be charged for the repairs under Hyundai recall 209?
- No, all inspections, engine replacements (if necessary), and software updates related to Hyundai recall 209 (NHTSA 21V727000) will be performed free of charge to the owner.
- How can I confirm if my 2017 Hyundai Tucson is part of this recall?
- You can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and reference recall number 209. You can also visit the NHTSA website and enter your vehicle's VIN to check its recall status.
What Hyundai Tucson owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 22 model years.
- 6,738
- Owner complaints
- 37
- Recalls
- 564
- Service bulletins
- 276
- Crashes reported
- 145
- Fires reported
- 256
- Injuries reported
The 2017 model year
1,095 complaints, the 2nd most of 22 model years on file. Owners reported 13 crashes, 26 fires and 14 injuries for this year, which also has 3 recalls on file.
Engine, the system this article covers, accounts for 2,451 of 6,738 complaints (36%), including 603 for 2017.
Complaints by model year
| 2012 | 255 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 266 | |
| 2014 | 202 | |
| 2015 | 229 | |
| 2016 | 1,626 | |
| 2017 | 1,095 | |
| 2018 | 399 | |
| 2019 | 385 | |
| 2022 | 509 | |
| 2025 | 451 |
Most-reported systems
- Engine — 2,451
- Power Train — 1,273
- Electrical System — 849
- Service Brakes — 761
- Forward Collision Avoidance — 432
Latest recalls for the 2017 model year
- 21V727000 — Engine (Sep 2021)
- 20V543000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Sep 2020) — Park outside
- 16V842000 — Electrical System (Nov 2016)
Recent owner reports about engine
engine failure even though this car has always had oil changes at 110,000 miles. I would like the company to fix this since i am not the first to complain about this. I still have the car parked.
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled and was unable to exceed 30 MPH. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the shoulder of the road, and the vehicle failed to restart.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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