2017 Hyundai Tucson: Transmission hesitates
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2017 Tucson report: transmission hesitates. CarComplaints.com lists 16 owner complaints, average mileage 8,300 miles.
NHTSA has 292 owner complaints for the 2017 Tucson in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11772852 (filed 10/21/2026): “On [xxx], i purchased a 2017 hyundai tucson from drivetime, located at 6400 pensacola boulevard, pensacola, fl 32505. within approximately nine days of purchase, the vehicle began experiencing serious mechanical problems, raising significant concerns about its…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11771068 (filed 10/14/2026): “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. the v…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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