2024 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID

4 recalls, 65 complaints

26V218000 Apr 6, 2026
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2023-2026 Genesis G90, 2024-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe, and Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The driver and passenger seat belt anchors may detach.
Consequence
A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinforce or replace the seat belt anchors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this rec... Read more
294,448 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
25V808000 Nov 20, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera may not have been installed properly, which can damage the wiring harness and cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requ... Read more
Consequence
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the camera wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning January 15, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 288. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall bec... Read more
143,472 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
24V843000 Nov 7, 2024
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The overhead console rear sunshade switch knob may not be fully recessed, which can result in unintentional closing of the sunshade. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Feder... Read more
Consequence
A sunshade that closes unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the switch knobs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 270.
34,964 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
24V561000 Jul 26, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Santa Fe and Santa Fe HEV vehicles. The main floor wiring harness may chafe against the passenger-side second-row bench seat assembly and become damaged, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally or prevent the air bags from dep... Read more
Consequence
An air bag that deploys unintentionally can increase the risk of an injury. An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the wiring harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 265.
49,719 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Complaint Statistics

65 total complaints 2 crashes 1 fires 3 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM16
POWER TRAIN8
ENGINE5
UNKNOWN OR OTHER5
AIR BAGS5
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3
STEERING3
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS2
SERVICE BRAKES2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 2, 2026
Incident date: Jul 14, 2026
I keep getting the alert “Check Forward Attention Warning system”. It’s nonstop even when I’m not driving the vehicle. I have taken it in to the dealership 4 times. This started only after the most recent software update that Hyundai released. The dealership did everything they could, and co... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Jul 10, 2026
The vehicle will not accelerate past 30 mph on the highway. The fuel system will not engage, and the vehicle continues to run on hybrid mode which causes the battery to drain and acceleration to throttle. This occurs on all drive modes and fuel conditions.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Jul 10, 2026
The vehicle will not accelerate past 30 mph on the highway. The fuel system will not engage, and the vehicle continues to run on hybrid mode which causes the battery to drain and acceleration to throttle. This occurs on all drive modes and fuel conditions.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Jul 10, 2026
The vehicle will not accelerate past 30 mph on the highway. The fuel system will not engage, and the vehicle continues to run on hybrid mode which causes the battery to drain and acceleration to throttle. This occurs on all drive modes and fuel conditions.
ENGINE Jul 4, 2026
Incident date: Jul 4, 2026
While driving on the highway the vehicle lost power and then lowered the transmission gear and would not accelerate over 17mph regardless of pressure on accelerator. I switched from auto hybrid mode over to sport mode so the gasoline engine could be used yet the transmission would not increase powe... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 4, 2026
Incident date: Jul 4, 2026
While driving on the highway the vehicle lost power and then lowered the transmission gear and would not accelerate over 17mph regardless of pressure on accelerator. I switched from auto hybrid mode over to sport mode so the gasoline engine could be used yet the transmission would not increase powe... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 4, 2026
Incident date: Jul 4, 2026
While driving on the highway the vehicle lost power and then lowered the transmission gear and would not accelerate over 17mph regardless of pressure on accelerator. I switched from auto hybrid mode over to sport mode so the gasoline engine could be used yet the transmission would not increase powe... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 29, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the message "Electric not Available" was displayed, with the RPM elevated to... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 29, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
Purchased used car in July 2024 and was able to drive it maybe 2 months and the transmission would not shift and would come to a complete stop. Not a safe feeling driving in 3 lanes of traffic on a busy highway at rush hour. Transmission light on and took to mechanic and was told this make and model... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 23, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2026
The failure involves the vehicle’s surround-view (360-degree) camera system, specifically the side camera feed and/or image stitching/display system. When the camera system is activated, one side of the 360-degree view intermittently fails and is replaced by a solid gray box instead of a live imag... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jun 23, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2026
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request?: The right-side tailgate hinge assembly on my 2019 Ram 2500 failed and became increasingly difficult to operate. The tailgate now requires excessive force to open and close throughout its entire range ... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 23, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2011 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed, the vehicle rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The front driver's side air bag did not fully deploy. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that during the crash, the right wrist went through the ... Read more
Crash 1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 14, 2026
Incident date: Oct 22, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V741000 (Electrical System) and 25V576000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off in the driveway, she heard popping noises and saw smoke comi... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY Apr 13, 2026
Incident date: Mar 31, 2026
Tailgate latch failed, getting ghost signals and opens randomly. Happen to me going 65 mph down the highway. Exact symptoms as recall number N232426400. Have not taken it to a dealer yet. No warning signals
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Apr 8, 2026
Incident date: Nov 15, 2025
CAr did emergency break on Freeway 4/7/2026 no reason, also Axel still making noise when you turn
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 8, 2026
Incident date: Nov 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the windshield camera ... Read more
STEERING Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Feb 13, 2026
I have 22 recalls in my Jerry app and also on here. Have problems when first starting up and shifting just got from a dealer in Ohio. Maybe a year and a half ago my name is Tracy Harney my address is 702 Inverness place ft thomas Ky 41075 also my air bag light is on and my headlights are not very vi... Read more
POWER TRAIN Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Feb 13, 2026
I have 22 recalls in my Jerry app and also on here. Have problems when first starting up and shifting just got from a dealer in Ohio. Maybe a year and a half ago my name is Tracy Harney my address is 702 Inverness place ft thomas Ky 41075 also my air bag light is on and my headlights are not very vi... Read more
AIR BAGS Feb 15, 2026
Incident date: Feb 13, 2026
I have 22 recalls in my Jerry app and also on here. Have problems when first starting up and shifting just got from a dealer in Ohio. Maybe a year and a half ago my name is Tracy Harney my address is 702 Inverness place ft thomas Ky 41075 also my air bag light is on and my headlights are not very vi... Read more
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM Jan 19, 2026
Incident date: Nov 15, 2024
Blend door actuator linkage will not allow for heat to be turned on, will blow cool/cold air, have had it looked at and the gear teeth will not stay in line with on another to be able to turn when the knob inside the car is turned. I was told that this may be a recall but do not see anything listed,... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 31, 2025
Incident date: Oct 31, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Cherokee. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 20V343000 (Power Train) and 23V338000 (Electrical System, Structure). The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal... Read more
POWER TRAIN Oct 31, 2025
Incident date: Oct 31, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Cherokee. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 20V343000 (Power Train) and 23V338000 (Electrical System, Structure). The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Sep 20, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2024
Lane Assist Camera Failure (Part #36160-TG7-A63) Vehicle Information: Make/Model/Year: 2020 Honda Pilot EX-L Failed Component: Lane Assist Camera, Part #36160-TG7-A63 Safety Issue Description: The lane assist camera has failed, disabling multiple critical safety systems, including: Adaptive Cruis... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 20, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2024
The rubber stopper for the brake light switch on the brake pedal deteriorated and fell apart. This resulted in the brake lights remaining on constantly, cruise control being disabled, and low battery voltage.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Sep 20, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2024
The rubber stopper for the brake light switch on the brake pedal deteriorated and fell apart. This resulted in the brake lights remaining on constantly, cruise control being disabled, and low battery voltage.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 10, 2025
Incident date: Aug 16, 2025
Hi I have been trying to take care of fuel pump related recall for a while and went to Millers Honda NYS REG R- 4040274 3 times and every time I realize there is problems with vehicles safety features and acceleration and it won’t pass inspection. Few times it felt like as if vehicle would stop i... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 10, 2025
Incident date: Aug 16, 2025
Airbag light comes on and beeps then shits off intermittently. Happens every time we drive the vehicle. I noticed there were other past recalls about the ABS warning light coming on. The message on dash says "Service Airbag System". Our truck has never been in an accident, the horn still works, wiri... Read more
SEATS Aug 28, 2025
Incident date: Aug 1, 2025
NHTSA Safety Complaint – Seat Heater Defect Vehicle: 2017 Lexus RX 350 Mileage at purchase: 45,430 Purchase date: Feb. 17, 2025 Dealer: Lexus of Tacoma at Fife, WA Description of Problem: The driver’s seat heater does not function properly. It is slow to activate (5–6 minutes), then overheat... Read more
1 injured
POWER TRAIN Aug 21, 2025
Incident date: Aug 20, 2025
I found a lot of debris of metals contaminated in the gear reduction oil when I changed my gear reduction oil. I had a Vortex oil lug nut, which it sucks all of the metal debris in. I have pictures of that as a proof. I think this is a design flaw that Hyundai should recall, but they didn’t. Now i... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 21, 2025
Incident date: Aug 20, 2025
I found a lot of debris of metals contaminated in the gear reduction oil when I changed my gear reduction oil. I had a Vortex oil lug nut, which it sucks all of the metal debris in. I have pictures of that as a proof. I think this is a design flaw that Hyundai should recall, but they didn’t. Now i... Read more
AIR BAGS Aug 21, 2025
Incident date: Aug 20, 2025
The dashboard Leather is delaminating causing viewing of the heads up display and lower windshield to be difficult, It also causes condensation build up on the windshield because the leather is redirecting the air. This Truck has 10245 miles.
POWER TRAIN Aug 20, 2025
Incident date: Aug 19, 2025
2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT TURBO. PAST/PRESENT SAFETY-SENSITIVE DEFECTS, NOTED OVER THE PAST SEVERAL YEARS: 1. One Confirmed Open Recall [CAMPAIGN #/NHTSA RECALL #—Recall 251 / 23V651000] (To Be Scheduled ASAP). 2. RPM/Propulsion Limp-mode Conditions: Vehicle periodically loses RPM READINGS ... Read more
SUSPENSION Aug 20, 2025
Incident date: Aug 19, 2025
Suspension and steering issues purchased many new tires throughout the yrs to find out it had suspension issues. There are 4 recalls listed on my insurance policy that describes exactly what's been wrong with my car since purchased. When calling nissan and checking your data base my vin # has never ... Read more
STEERING Aug 20, 2025
Incident date: Aug 19, 2025
Suspension and steering issues purchased many new tires throughout the yrs to find out it had suspension issues. There are 4 recalls listed on my insurance policy that describes exactly what's been wrong with my car since purchased. When calling nissan and checking your data base my vin # has never ... Read more
AIR BAGS Jul 30, 2025
Incident date: Jul 18, 2025
The Air Bag Light remain on . The vehicle was checked in a scanner and the codes B1312 and B1319 where found..I want to know if are recalls for this car. If yes What dealer in Puerto Rico can repair it.
SEATS Jul 30, 2025
Incident date: Jul 18, 2025
The Air Bag Light remain on . The vehicle was checked in a scanner and the codes B1312 and B1319 where found..I want to know if are recalls for this car. If yes What dealer in Puerto Rico can repair it.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Jul 12, 2025
We bought our 2009 Murano new back when we were expecting our baby cause it was rated one of the safest suv on the market. For the most part besides some brake issues and the steering linkage that I had scheduled to have replaced last month its treated us well. Last month with our now [XXX] old dau... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Jul 12, 2025
I tried to open the doors of my locked vehicle with the key fob and there was no response. I tried several times and nothing happened. I called AAA and they opened the door with my valet key and was able to pop the trunk. He checked the battery and it was working fine. He then noticed that the w... Read more
ENGINE Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Jul 12, 2025
I purchased a 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman from LA Motorsports (703 1st Ave N, Windom, MN 56101) in November 2024. Prior to purchase, I specifically asked whether any open recalls remained, and the dealership assured me all had been completed. After the vehicle failed within 60 days, a certified MIN... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: Jun 25, 2025
On [XXX] and [XXX], while driving at approximately 50 MPH, my vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of power, presenting an immediate safety hazard. The incident unfolded as follows: Without warning, the car emitted an alarming sound from the cabin. Simultaneously, a message appeared on ... Read more
ENGINE May 8, 2025
Incident date: May 7, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion and the engine needed to be replaced. The ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Apr 18, 2025
Incident date: Apr 18, 2025
As the vehicle drove over railroad tracks the steering wheel began to shake violently and I attempted to push the brake pedal with my full body weight but the brakes would not work and the car lunged forward, striking the vehicle in front of me. The failure of the brake system on my 2024 Hyundai ... Read more
Crash 1 injured
BACK OVER PREVENTION Jan 9, 2025
Incident date: Jan 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Aviator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V368000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufactu... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 26, 2024
Incident date: Dec 19, 2024
Unknown….vehicle slips at certain speeds and repeatedly does so on a trip. If the engine is turned off, this may reset and slippage goes away temporarily. This issue has been brought to the dealers attention on multiple occasions over the past 2 years, but they have been unable to reproduce except... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA Nov 29, 2024
Incident date: Nov 28, 2024
While in reverse, the backup camera frequently goes blank and an onscreen warning appears stating that the rear camera is temporarily unavailable.
ENGINE Nov 29, 2024
Incident date: Nov 28, 2024
My car is producing a loud noise from the engine bay, which closely resembles the sound of a failing crankshaft. I have taken the vehicle to the dealership several times, but they were unable to determine the source of the noise. I consulted with an experienced mechanic who advised me that the engin... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 6, 2024
Incident date: Nov 6, 2024
I was on the highway and the car completely shut off. My electric battery which was at 50% and over 150 miles died. I had to veer off quickly to the side of the road and my steering wheel then locked. I've seen some forums on Reddit of this happening. The dashboard flashed "EV System Off" and the mi... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 3, 2024
Incident date: Oct 18, 2024
On [XXX], as I was leaving softball tournament in Poway Ca with my kiddos about 6 minutes into driving a message popped up on my dash "ENG PWR REDUCED & SERVICE TRACTION", I lost power to accelerate, I pulled over just before getting on the [XXX] freeway, turned car off and thought car would reset w... Read more
AIR BAGS Nov 3, 2024
Incident date: Oct 18, 2024
On [XXX], as I was leaving softball tournament in Poway Ca with my kiddos about 6 minutes into driving a message popped up on my dash "ENG PWR REDUCED & SERVICE TRACTION", I lost power to accelerate, I pulled over just before getting on the [XXX] freeway, turned car off and thought car would reset w... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 24, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V720000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. ... Read more

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HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID across all model years (2021, 2026).

18 Total Recalls
432 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
24 Reported Crashes
4 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2024 (current) 4 65
2023 1 112 View
2022 4 62 View
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