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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN KM8J3CA23HU504829 · Checked Oct 19, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 35

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KM8J3CA23HU•••••• 2017 Hyundai TUCSON

This build draws 2.3× more complaints than the average 2017 Hyundai TUCSON build (35 vs 15).

35on this build
1064on the model
70builds in total
Most reported Engine 18 Power Train 11 Fuel/propulsion System 1 Structure 1

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Steering Sep 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for an engine replacement due to a separate issue; however, during the service, the dealer discovered that the front axle was leaking and noted that the steering was becoming stiff. The contact had not…
Engine Aug 2025
My 2017 Hyundai Tucson has been chonking out and having acceleration problems. I thought it was because of AC running. When I took it in for inspection my mechanic stated it was misfiring. I am meticulous about routine maintenance (I.e. Tire rotation and/or replacement, oil…
Power Train Jan 2025
There is an intermittent problem with the transmission. It’s impossible to predict when the transmission will slip. When navigating traffic, it has happened multiple times trying to pull out across oncoming traffic, and the transmission begins slipping so badly in a couple of…
Unknown Or Other Oct 2024
Automobile is consuming a huge amount of oil. The vehicle does not have an oil leak
Engine And Engine Cooling Aug 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated and sputtered upon the depression of the accelerator pedal. Upon inspection of the engine compartment, the contact discovered that the oil level was low. The vehicle…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN KM8J3CA23HU504829 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.