2017 Hyundai Elantra GT reliability
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT over 10 years — 0 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Elantra GT years here — under the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (21 of 25), then Powertrain (5) and Electrical system (2).
The 2018 Elantra GT has 50 complaints, 4 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (25 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"2017 Hyundai Elantra GT suffered leakage from the hydraulic brake lines located under the driver's seat which can cause sudden and total braking failure. The leakage was caused by severe rust and corrosion trapped by…"
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"The Engine stalled completely at highway speeds. It was then towed to the dealership and was diagnosed with engine rod bearing failure. Hyundai is denying the warranty extension for this engine failure based on an…"
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"I bought a vehicle used and it malfunctions in six days. It is a safety hazard to me the driver and other drivers on the roads. The vehicle is weighing heavy on the passenger side the car is not parallel. Also the…"
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"My vehicle was brought to an authorized Hyundai dealership In November 2025 to complete safety recall campaign KSDS (Campaign 966). Soon after picking up the vehicle after the dealer flashed the ECU, the vehicle went…"
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"I am writing to formally log a critical safety and product reliability complaint regarding my Hyundai Elantra GT. The vehicle has suffered catastrophic engine failure characterized by severe rod knock. This failure…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2017 Hyundai Elantra Gt 5 HB FWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V-891 covers certain 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT vehicles: the panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, preventing the sunroof from detecting an obstacle while closing, which can increase injury risk. Dealers inspect the panoramic sunroof and replace it as necessary.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT reliable?
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT over 10 years — 0 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Elantra GT years here — under the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (21 of 25), then Powertrain (5) and Electrical system (2).
Is the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2018 Elantra GT has 50 complaints, 4 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.
Has the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT?
Owners have filed 25 complaints about the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT with NHTSA.
What oil does a Hyundai Elantra GT take?
5W-30 at all temps; the 1.6L turbo also lists 5W-40 and the 2.0L also lists 5W-20. Confirm the filler-cap grade.
What does recall 18V-891 cover on the Elantra GT?
Certain 2018 Elantra GT vehicles: the panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, preventing the sunroof from detecting an obstacle while closing. Dealers inspect and replace it as necessary.
What years does the AD Elantra GT cover?
2017-2020 on this site.