2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
1 recalls, 143 complaints - 71 TSBs
14V435000 Jul 18, 2014
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model Year 2001-2006 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from March 31, 2000, through February 15, 2006, that are registered and operated, or which were originally sold and registered, in the following 20 salt belt" states and the District of Columbi... Read more
Consequence
If the front coil spring fractures due to corrosion it could cause the coil spring to make contact with the tire, possibly puncturing the tire and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the coil spring, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 124.
Complaint Statistics
143 total complaints
16 crashes 2 fires 11 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 26 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 19 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 12 |
| SUSPENSION | 11 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| SEAT BELTS | 5 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH | 4 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 4 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 4 |
SEATS
Sep 11, 2025
Incident date: Sep 4, 2025
Randomly, the passenger and driver seat’s lumbar and massaging features power on. In the case of the lumbar systems, they inflate to the point of rupture, resulting to damage in the seating surface and the delamination of the rear seat panel. All of this occurred while driving.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 29, 2025
Incident date: Jan 5, 2025
Starting in early 2021, I had my Jeep serviced, and noted a constant banging noise and feeling while driving my car. It was inspected (for lots of money) and test driven. I was told the noise is "normal." As time went on, it progressively got louder, more vibrating, and more frequent. I noted this a... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 29, 2025
Incident date: Jan 5, 2025
Starting in early 2021, I had my Jeep serviced, and noted a constant banging noise and feeling while driving my car. It was inspected (for lots of money) and test driven. I was told the noise is "normal." As time went on, it progressively got louder, more vibrating, and more frequent. I noted this a... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 17, 2023
Incident date: Mar 3, 2023
I was driving when my oil light came on. I traveled approximately 6 miles and stopped. I checked my oil and still had some in the reserve so I traveled on. I called a repair shop and was on my way there when my engine light came on and i lost power. Now I am being told i have to replace my engine. I... Read more
SUSPENSION
Dec 9, 2022
Incident date: Jul 2, 2002
got in a roll over accident where the air bags did not deploy and caused serious injuries.
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Dec 9, 2022
Incident date: Jul 2, 2002
got in a roll over accident where the air bags did not deploy and caused serious injuries.
Crash
2 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 21, 2022
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
Gas tank rusted and started leak in June of 2000. Minor at first then worse. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS, LUCKILY NEW CAUGHT FIRE OR EXPLODED. MANUFACTURER DID NOT NOTIFY US OF EXTENED WARRANTY,
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 5, 2021
Incident date: Oct 4, 2021
The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph when the vehicle began to accelerate without the accelerator pedal being depressed. The contact was able to pull over and noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated no warning li... Read more
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Jul 30, 2021
Incident date: Apr 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact discovered that there was fuel leaking underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the fuel t... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jul 30, 2021
Incident date: Apr 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact discovered that there was fuel leaking underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the fuel t... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 18, 2020
Incident date: Jun 3, 2020
DASHBOARD RED AIRBAG STAY ON ALL THE TIME. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 6, 2020
Incident date: Mar 4, 2020
ON MARCH 4, 2020, HEADING HOME AT NIGHT ON A CURVY MOUNTAIN ROAD MY CAR (2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE) SUDDENLY JERKED, STARTED TO ACCELERATE TO OVER 80 MILES HOUR. AT THE SAME TIME HALF OF THE PANEL LIGHT BEHIND PART OF THE RPM'S AND HALF BEHIND THE MPH WENT OUT; THE REST OF THE PANEL WAS STILL LIT UP; I ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 6, 2020
Incident date: Mar 4, 2020
ON MARCH 4, 2020, HEADING HOME AT NIGHT ON A CURVY MOUNTAIN ROAD MY CAR (2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE) SUDDENLY JERKED, STARTED TO ACCELERATE TO OVER 80 MILES HOUR. AT THE SAME TIME HALF OF THE PANEL LIGHT BEHIND PART OF THE RPM'S AND HALF BEHIND THE MPH WENT OUT; THE REST OF THE PANEL WAS STILL LIT UP; I ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 12, 2019
Incident date: Oct 21, 2019
THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS CONSTANTLY ON. WHEN I TURN THE CAR ON THE PASSENGER RESTRAINT LIGHT GOES ON TO SHOW RESTRAINT SYSTEM OFF.. HOWEVER WHEN THERE IS NOBODY SITTING IN FRONT SEAT THE LIGHT GOES OUT AND IT SHOULD STAY ON
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 9, 2019
Incident date: Aug 4, 2019
MY CAR BEGAN TO SUDDENLY AND AUTOMATICALLY ACCELERATE WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ON AUGUST 4, 2019. THE SPEED ACCELERATED UP TO ABOUT 80MPH BEFORE BEING ABLE TO GET THE CAR TO SLOW DOWN. THE BRAKES WERE EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS. I HAD TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL AND PRESS AS HAR... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 10, 2019
Incident date: Aug 1, 2017
AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY AFTER STARTING (LIGHT GOES OUT FOR 6" AT IGNITION TO ON). IT THROWS THE CODE B1448. I CAN RESET IT WITH MY SCANNER, BUT IT RETURNS AFTER A WEEK.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 22, 2019
Incident date: Jan 15, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. WHEN THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE GEAR IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED BACKWARDS ON ITS OWN. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL. THE DRIVER THEN SHIFTED INTO THE DRIVE POSITION AND THE FAILURE RECURRED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE DROVE FORWA... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 22, 2019
Incident date: Jan 15, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. WHEN THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE GEAR IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED BACKWARDS ON ITS OWN. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL. THE DRIVER THEN SHIFTED INTO THE DRIVE POSITION AND THE FAILURE RECURRED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE DROVE FORWA... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION
Jul 18, 2018
Incident date: Dec 20, 2013
COIL SPRINGS ROTTED AND BROKE, ABOUT 5 YEARS AGO, JUST PULLING AWAY FROM THE PUMPS AT THE GAS STATION. ALREADY PAID FOR REPLACEMENT OUT OF OWN POCKET. HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING RESULTING IN SEVERE DAMAGE TO TIRE AND FRONT END ASSEMBLY. NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 14V435000. NOT CAPABLE OF SCANNING TO COMPUTER... Read more
AIR BAGS
May 25, 2018
Incident date: May 12, 2018
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER INITIAL STARTUP DISPLAY. CODE READER INDICATED B1511 CODE, SHORT BETWEEN DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE AND BATTERY. FURTHER EVALUATION DEMONSTRATED THAT SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT DID NOT DISPLAY AT ALL, WHETHER BELT WAS BUCKLED OR UNBUCKLED. INTERNET RESEARCH ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
May 25, 2018
Incident date: May 12, 2018
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER INITIAL STARTUP DISPLAY. CODE READER INDICATED B1511 CODE, SHORT BETWEEN DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE AND BATTERY. FURTHER EVALUATION DEMONSTRATED THAT SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT DID NOT DISPLAY AT ALL, WHETHER BELT WAS BUCKLED OR UNBUCKLED. INTERNET RESEARCH ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 6, 2018
Incident date: Feb 20, 2018
CAR AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN ON INTERMITTENTLY WHILE CAR WAS IN FACTORY WARRANTY (BUMPER TO BUMPER, 5 YEAR 60K MILES). REPORTED TO DEALER WHILE WITHIN WARRANTY, DEALER ONLY CLEARED IT WITHOUT INVESTIGATING CAUSE. WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY ON AND OFF OVER THE YEARS, BUT NEVER THOUGHT IT A PRO... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 17, 2017
Incident date: Apr 23, 2017
TO WHOM IT MAY HAVE MY AIRBAG LIGHT IS LIGHTING UP.
SEAT BELTS
Sep 7, 2017
Incident date: Aug 1, 2017
ABS WARNING LAMP LIT. B1513 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE PRESENT. RESET OF CODE AND LIGHT RETURNS AFTER A COUPLE OF DRIVE CYCLES. ERROR IS PAX SEAT BELT BUCKLE SWITCH SHORTED TO V+. NO ACCIDENT AND MILEAGE IS 140K PLAN TO R&R BUCKLE AND DETERMINE WHY COST FOR REPLACEMENT PART IS SO HIGH. PRICE RANG... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 21, 2017
Incident date: Apr 1, 2017
THE AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN STUCK ON FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. THE AIRBAG CODE STATES THAT IT IS THE OCCUPANT MAT SENSOR.
SEAT BELTS
Jun 29, 2017
Incident date: Aug 20, 2016
AIR BAG LIGHT WILL NOT GO OUT. I HAVE RESET THE ALARM CODE AND IN IT JUST COMES BACK WHEN SOMEONE SITS IN THE PASSENGERS SEAT. THIS IS AN ISSUE WITH A LOT OF HYUNDAI SANTE FE'S
SEATS
Jun 29, 2017
Incident date: Aug 20, 2016
AIR BAG LIGHT WILL NOT GO OUT. I HAVE RESET THE ALARM CODE AND IN IT JUST COMES BACK WHEN SOMEONE SITS IN THE PASSENGERS SEAT. THIS IS AN ISSUE WITH A LOT OF HYUNDAI SANTE FE'S
AIR BAGS
Jun 29, 2017
Incident date: Aug 20, 2016
AIR BAG LIGHT WILL NOT GO OUT. I HAVE RESET THE ALARM CODE AND IN IT JUST COMES BACK WHEN SOMEONE SITS IN THE PASSENGERS SEAT. THIS IS AN ISSUE WITH A LOT OF HYUNDAI SANTE FE'S
AIR BAGS
Jun 19, 2017
Incident date: Jun 1, 2017
AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND OFF(EVERY DAY , SEVERAL TIMES ON A 30-45 MINS DRIVE ) ON DASHBOARD AS I AM DRIVING ON REGULAR BASIS .. SEEMS LIKE AIRBAG WON'T DEPLOY WHILE LIGHT IS ON , AND IF THERE IS AN ACCIDENT AND LIGHT IS ON I THINK THE DRIVER AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY . HYUNDAI DEALERS ALREA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 19, 2017
Incident date: Jun 1, 2017
AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND OFF(EVERY DAY , SEVERAL TIMES ON A 30-45 MINS DRIVE ) ON DASHBOARD AS I AM DRIVING ON REGULAR BASIS .. SEEMS LIKE AIRBAG WON'T DEPLOY WHILE LIGHT IS ON , AND IF THERE IS AN ACCIDENT AND LIGHT IS ON I THINK THE DRIVER AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY . HYUNDAI DEALERS ALREA... Read more
AIR BAGS
May 8, 2017
Incident date: Apr 7, 2017
A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO, MY AIRBAG LIGHT WAS INTERMITTENT. THIS LASTED FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS. CURRENTLY, MY THE LIGHT GOES OFF FOR A SECOND WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE. THEN, IT IS ON ALL OF THE TIME.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jun 30, 2016
Incident date: May 1, 2015
LETTER FROM SENATOR SCHUMER ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE 2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE TIMING BELT ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE TIMING BELT AND WATER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *JB
AIR BAGS
Jun 21, 2016
Incident date: Jan 18, 2016
THE AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON AND OFF, THEN IT STAYS ON, HAD IT CHECKED AND NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE AIRBAG, VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, IN MOTION IN TEMPLE TX, ON THE STREET AND ON THE HIGHWAY.
SUSPENSION
Jun 2, 2016
Incident date: Jun 1, 2016
2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FRONT COIL SPRING CORROSION RECALL NOTICE AND FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT PARTS STILL NOT AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE REPAIRS. *SMD
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 2, 2016
Incident date: Jun 1, 2016
2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FRONT COIL SPRING CORROSION RECALL NOTICE AND FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT PARTS STILL NOT AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE REPAIRS. *SMD
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 16, 2016
Incident date: Apr 16, 2016
FOUR SEPARATE INCIDENTS WITHIN A 30 DAY PERIOD AT HIGHER SPEEDS (>65 MPH ON A FREEWAY) OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION, REMEDIATED BY SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL AND BRAKING HARD WITHOUT PUMPING. THESE ACTIONS DISENGAGED THE ACCELERATION WITHOUT HAVING TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND TURNING THE IGNITION OFF. U... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 18, 2016
Incident date: Feb 4, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD REMAIN ILLUMINATED AFTER THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RELEASED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR RE... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 2, 2015
Incident date: Aug 30, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT THE FAILURE WAS UNABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 59,000... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 21, 2015
Incident date: May 25, 2015
I BROUGHT CAR FOR A INSPECTION STICKER AND IT FAILED BECAUSE A SMALL VAPOR LEAK. THIS WAS DONE IN MAY OF 2015. THE REPAIR MADE WAS TO REPLACE THE CELLULOID IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WAS TOLD TO DRIVE VEHICLE SO COMPUTER COULD RESET ITSELF. WEEKS PASSED AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND OFF. IT ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 28, 2015
Incident date: Jul 1, 2015
ON OR ABOUT JULY 1ST 2015 I WAS ABOUT TO CHANGE THE BRAKE PADS ON MY HYUNDAI SANTA FE. UPON REMOVAL OF THE TIRE I NOTICE THAT THE BRAKE BACKING PLATE WAS RUSTED THROUGH AND WAS HANGING BY A SLIVER OF RUSTY METAL. THIS AUTO USES A MINIATURE DRUM BRAKE AFFAIR ON THE REAR WHEELS TO ACTUATE THE PARKI... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 9, 2015
Incident date: Jun 6, 2015
TRAVELING SLOWLY ON A SIDE ROAD, THE FRONT PASSANGER SIDE OF MY SANTA FE COLLAPSED WITH THE SOUND OF A TERRIFIC BOOM. THE COIL SPRING ON THE PASSANGER SIDE HAD BROKEN AND DUG LIKE A KNIFE INTO THE TIRE, SHREDDING THE TIRE ALMOST ALL THE WAY AROUND, LEAVING A DEEP, WIDE GASH. UPON INSPECTION, I SAW T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 7, 2015
Incident date: Mar 1, 2015
AT FIRST I NOTICED THAT SOMETIMES (RANDOMLY) WHEN I STARTED MY CAR AFTER SITTING FOR A LONGER PERIOD LIKE 6 OR 8 HOURS THAT I'D TURN THE KEY AND WITHOUT PRESSING ANY PEDALS THE VEHICLE'S RPMS START TO CLIMB UP SLOWLY. IT MAX'S OUT AT 4000RPMS AND STAYS THERE FOR AWHILE THEN WILL DECREASE ON ITS OWN ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 7, 2015
Incident date: Mar 1, 2015
AT FIRST I NOTICED THAT SOMETIMES (RANDOMLY) WHEN I STARTED MY CAR AFTER SITTING FOR A LONGER PERIOD LIKE 6 OR 8 HOURS THAT I'D TURN THE KEY AND WITHOUT PRESSING ANY PEDALS THE VEHICLE'S RPMS START TO CLIMB UP SLOWLY. IT MAX'S OUT AT 4000RPMS AND STAYS THERE FOR AWHILE THEN WILL DECREASE ON ITS OWN ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 6, 2015
Incident date: Feb 24, 2012
ON FEBRUARY 24, 2012 I WENT OUT TO MY CAR TO GO TO DAYCARE AND WORK MY CAR WAS LOWERED TO THE GROUND ALL FOUR TIRES SEEM TO BE FLAT. I CALLED THE CLOSEST GARAGE. THEY TOWED MY CAR, REPAIRED IT FOR $2028.91. IN SEPTEMBER 2014., I RECEIVED A RECALL FROM HYUNDAI FOR THE COIL SPRING. AFTER 6 MONTHS COR... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 6, 2015
Incident date: Feb 24, 2012
ON FEBRUARY 24, 2012 I WENT OUT TO MY CAR TO GO TO DAYCARE AND WORK MY CAR WAS LOWERED TO THE GROUND ALL FOUR TIRES SEEM TO BE FLAT. I CALLED THE CLOSEST GARAGE. THEY TOWED MY CAR, REPAIRED IT FOR $2028.91. IN SEPTEMBER 2014., I RECEIVED A RECALL FROM HYUNDAI FOR THE COIL SPRING. AFTER 6 MONTHS COR... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 6, 2015
Incident date: Feb 24, 2012
ON FEBRUARY 24, 2012 I WENT OUT TO MY CAR TO GO TO DAYCARE AND WORK MY CAR WAS LOWERED TO THE GROUND ALL FOUR TIRES SEEM TO BE FLAT. I CALLED THE CLOSEST GARAGE. THEY TOWED MY CAR, REPAIRED IT FOR $2028.91. IN SEPTEMBER 2014., I RECEIVED A RECALL FROM HYUNDAI FOR THE COIL SPRING. AFTER 6 MONTHS COR... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 6, 2015
Incident date: Sep 4, 2006
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO MADE UNKNOWN REPAIRS. HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,000.
AIR BAGS
Mar 3, 2015
Incident date: Mar 2, 2015
AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON. REPAIR CENTER SAID ITS A SENSOR AND WILL COST SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS TO FIX. SHOP INDICATED THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL. I AM VERY UPSET THAT THIS ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN RECALLED DUE TO THE APPARENT ENORMITY OF THE ISSUE. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 19, 2015
Incident date: Jan 16, 2015
CAR RACES AT IDLE WHILE IN PARK OR NEUTRAL TO 3,500 RPM. WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE THE CAR CONTINUES TO RACE BUT AT A LOWER LEVEL(1,200-1,500 RPM). THE CAR SURGES WHILE BRAKING REQUIRING HARDER PEDAL PRESSURE THAN NORMAL. RACING IS CONTINUOUS AT ALL SPEEDS REQUIRING LESS ACCELERATOR PRESSURE THAN NO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 19, 2015
Incident date: Jan 16, 2015
CAR RACES AT IDLE WHILE IN PARK OR NEUTRAL TO 3,500 RPM. WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE THE CAR CONTINUES TO RACE BUT AT A LOWER LEVEL(1,200-1,500 RPM). THE CAR SURGES WHILE BRAKING REQUIRING HARDER PEDAL PRESSURE THAN NORMAL. RACING IS CONTINUOUS AT ALL SPEEDS REQUIRING LESS ACCELERATOR PRESSURE THAN NO... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
71 manufacturer communications from 42 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 5 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 4 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 3 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 3 |
24-BD-001H
Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
24-BD-001H
Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
23-EM-005H
Oct 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
23-BD-007H
Apr 24, 2023
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can becom
23-BD-002H
Jan 30, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th
22-EM-010H
Jul 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
22-GI-006H
Jul 14, 2022
190000 TIRES
Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale
21-AT-006H
May 21, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicle??A?A?s owner??A?A?s manual. ??A?A? Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. ??A?A? Use of other DCT and IV
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-EM-003H
Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
21-EM-003H
Mar 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
20-BR-002H
Nov 30, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
20-SS-004H
Nov 19, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-SS-004H
Nov 19, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-BD-014H
Jul 14, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H
Jul 14, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H
Jul 14, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-SS-002H(1)
May 6, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-SS-002H(1)
May 6, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-BD-007H-1
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
20-EE-003H
Apr 23, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
20-EE-003H
Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
20-AT-016H
Apr 17, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H
Apr 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H
Apr 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-BD-007H
Mar 23, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
20-SS-001H
Feb 5, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
20-BE-001H
Jan 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bullet
19-BE-011H-1
Nov 4, 2019
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
19-BE-011H-1
Nov 4, 2019
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
19-GI-006H
Oct 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and m
19-FL-003H
Apr 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b
19-FL-003H
Apr 15, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b
19-DS-001H-1
Feb 4, 2019
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides information for inspecting and replacing front or rear wheel bearing hub assemblies for any model Hyundai vehicle. This procedure is applicable when there is noise such as a whirring/roaring/grinding/rumbling/etc. tha
DOR-Y5Q6Z-01
Dec 1, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This SKU is an Air Conditioning Bypass Pulley. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for potential bracket cracking. Bracket cracks may cause the engine drive belt to slip or jump off the pulley causin
DOR-T5K8Y-01
Dec 1, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
This SKU is an Air Conditioning Bypass Pulley. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for potential bracket cracking. Bracket cracks may cause the engine drive belt to slip or jump off the pulley causin
DOR-T5K8Y-01
Dec 1, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This SKU is an Air Conditioning Bypass Pulley. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for potential bracket cracking. Bracket cracks may cause the engine drive belt to slip or jump off the pulley causin
DOR-Y5Q6Z-01
Dec 1, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
This SKU is an Air Conditioning Bypass Pulley. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for potential bracket cracking. Bracket cracks may cause the engine drive belt to slip or jump off the pulley causin
DOR-T5K8Y-01
Dec 1, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
This SKU is an Air Conditioning Bypass Pulley. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for potential bracket cracking. Bracket cracks may cause the engine drive belt to slip or jump off the pulley causin
DOR-T5K8Y-01
Dec 1, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This SKU is an Air Conditioning Bypass Pulley. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for potential bracket cracking. Bracket cracks may cause the engine drive belt to slip or jump off the pulley causin
DOR-Y5Q6Z-01
Dec 1, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
This SKU is an Air Conditioning Bypass Pulley. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for potential bracket cracking. Bracket cracks may cause the engine drive belt to slip or jump off the pulley causin
DOR-Y5Q6Z-01
Dec 1, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This SKU is an Air Conditioning Bypass Pulley. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for potential bracket cracking. Bracket cracks may cause the engine drive belt to slip or jump off the pulley causin
DOR-Y5Q6Z-01
Dec 1, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This SKU is an Air Conditioning Bypass Pulley. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for potential bracket cracking. Bracket cracks may cause the engine drive belt to slip or jump off the pulley causin
5NP-B6E2P-10
Aug 9, 2016
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM
5NP-B6E2P-10
Aug 9, 2016
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM
14-01-040B
Oct 24, 2014
021210 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
14-01-040
Oct 16, 2014
021240 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
14-01-040
Oct 16, 2014
021210 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
12-AT-023
Oct 1, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TSB-09-AT-018
Oct 1, 2009
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0740, P0741, P0742, P0743, P0746, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765, P0770. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED
TSB-09-AT-018
Oct 1, 2009
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0740, P0741, P0742, P0743, P0746, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765, P0770. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED
TSB-09-AT-013
Jul 1, 2009
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP
TSB-09-AT-013
Jul 1, 2009
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP
TSB-09-01-018
Jun 1, 2009
125100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
HYUNDAI SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STOP LAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENT (CAMPAIGN 092). THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO REMOVE, REPLACE, AND ADJUST THE STOP LAMP SWITCH. *PE
TSB-09-01-018
Jun 1, 2009
123100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS:SWITCH
HYUNDAI SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STOP LAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENT (CAMPAIGN 092). THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO REMOVE, REPLACE, AND ADJUST THE STOP LAMP SWITCH. *PE
TSB-09-EE-001
Apr 1, 2009
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
HYUNDAI: RADIATOR FAN MOTOR CONNECTOR SERVICE PART. VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OVERHEATING ENGINE AND INOPERATIVE A/C. *PE
TSB-09-EE-001
Apr 1, 2009
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
HYUNDAI: RADIATOR FAN MOTOR CONNECTOR SERVICE PART. VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OVERHEATING ENGINE AND INOPERATIVE A/C. *PE
TSB-09-FL-003-1
Apr 1, 2009
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
HYUNDAI: MIL ON DTC P2135 OR P0638 OR COLD ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION- TPS REPLACEMENT & ECM UPDATE. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE EITHER SLIGHT ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION AT COLD WARM UP OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELEC
TSB-09-FL-003-1
Apr 1, 2009
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
HYUNDAI: MIL ON DTC P2135 OR P0638 OR COLD ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION- TPS REPLACEMENT & ECM UPDATE. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE EITHER SLIGHT ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATION AT COLD WARM UP OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH THE ETC (ELEC
TSB-08-ST-003
Nov 1, 2008
013100 STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
HYUNDAI: POWER STEERING GEAR BOX YOKE KIT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. IF VEHICLE EXHIBITS A SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE ORIGINATING FROM THE STEERING GEAR BOX WHEN TURNING RIGHT ON UNEVEN ROAD SURFACES, REPLACE THE SUPPORT YOKE AND YOKE SPRING WITH TH
TSB-08-ST-003
Nov 1, 2008
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
HYUNDAI: POWER STEERING GEAR BOX YOKE KIT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. IF VEHICLE EXHIBITS A SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE ORIGINATING FROM THE STEERING GEAR BOX WHEN TURNING RIGHT ON UNEVEN ROAD SURFACES, REPLACE THE SUPPORT YOKE AND YOKE SPRING WITH TH
08-01-004
Mar 1, 2008
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (CAMPAIGN 082). *NJ
0760004
Jun 1, 2007
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
TAILGATE GARNISH CONTACTS THE TAILGATE. PROCEDURES TO REPAIR IF CONTACT HAS OCCURED. *KB
0636006
Dec 1, 2006
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS. *KB
0620002
Oct 1, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
3.3L & 3.8L TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER - PART UPDATE. *KB
0650003
Mar 1, 2006
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
ABS PUMP SELF-CHECK NOISE. *TT
0501012
Nov 1, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIGITAL COMPASS DOES NOT CALIBRATE CORRECTION PROCEDURE ( CAMPAIGN T17). *TS
NHTSA Safety Investigations, HYUNDAI SANTA FE
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP24001
Opened: Feb 8, 2024 , Closed: May 16, 2024
3.3L Engine Loss of Motive Power (LOMP)
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition on February 2, 2024, requesting a defect investigation into an alleged defect of the "engine" on the following vehicle model: 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles equipped with the 3.3L V-Shaped GDI Lambda-II engines. The petition cites allegat... Read more
PE19003
Opened: Mar 29, 2019 , Closed: Dec 22, 2021
Non-crash Vehicle Fires
During this Preliminary Evaluation (PE), the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) assessed the scope, frequency and potential safety-related consequences of non-crash vehicle fires caused by both engine failures and failures of other vehicle systems/components in model year (MY) 2011-2014 Hyundai S... Read more
DP18003
Opened: Aug 21, 2018 , Closed: May 10, 2019
Non-crash Vehicle Fires
In a letter dated June 11, 2018, the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to initiate a safety defect investigation into non-collision related fires on model year (MY) 2011-2014 Kia Optima and Sorento, and Hyundai Sonata and Santa Fe vehi... Read more
RQ17004
Opened: May 18, 2017 , Closed: Dec 22, 2021
Scope and Timeliness
NHTSA opened Recall Query (RQ) 17-004 to investigate the timeliness and scope of Hyundai?s Theta II GDI engine recalls (Recall Nos. 15V-568 and 17V-226), and Hyundai?s compliance with reporting requirements. On November 23, 2020, the Agency entered into a Consent Order with Hyundai to administrative... Read more
PE13025
Opened: Jul 5, 2013 , Closed: Sep 20, 2013
Front Axle Shaft Failure
In a letter dated August 9, 2013, Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center, Inc. (Hyundai-Kia) submitted two Defect Information Reports (DIR) to NHTSA identifying a safety defect related to fracture of the right front axle shaft in MY 2013 front wheel drive Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vehicles built from Jul... Read more
PE12029
Opened: Oct 9, 2012 , Closed: Jun 26, 2013
Steering Shaft Universal Joint Failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE12-029 based on one complaint alleging that a fastener became loose in the steering shaft of a model year (MY) 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicle and related Early Warning Reporting field report data.In it's response to ODI's information request letter f... Read more
PE11010
Opened: Apr 7, 2011 , Closed: May 10, 2011
Transmission Intermediate Driveshaft
On April 25, 2011, Kia Motors Corporation submitted a defect notification letter to NHTSA regarding a transmission intermediate driveshaft condition in approximately 12,690 model year (MY) 2011 Kia Sorento 2-wheel drive vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions and 2.4L engines (NHTSA Recall No... Read more
EA08023
Opened: Oct 28, 2008 , Closed: Apr 17, 2009
REAR TRAILING ARM CORROSION FAILURE
IN A LETTER DATED APRIL 14, 2009, HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER, INC (HYUNDAI) NOTIFIED NHTSA THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL OF APPROXIMATELY 85,000 MODEL YEAR (MY) 2001 THROUGH 2003 HYUNDAI SANTA FE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED PRIOR TO JANUARY 27, 2003, THAT ARE REGISTERED AND OPERATED IN TH... Read more
PE08040
Opened: Jul 2, 2008 , Closed: Oct 29, 2008
REAR SUSPENSION TRAILING ARM FAILURE
IN RESPONSE TO AN INFORMATION REQUEST LETTER SENT BY THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) DURING THIS PRELIMINARY EVALUATION, HYUNDAI PROVIDED ODI WITH 15 ALLEGATIONS OF CORROSION FAILURE OF THE LEFT- AND/OR RIGHT-REAR SUSPENSION TRAILING ARM.THREE OF THE 15 CONSUMERS ALLEGED A LOSS OF VEHICLE ... Read more
PE02012
Opened: Jan 31, 2002 , Closed: Aug 12, 2002
ENGINE SEIZURE
There is no summary currently available
HYUNDAI SANTA FE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI SANTA FE across all model years (2001, 2026).
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Total Recalls
10,465
Total Complaints
10
Investigations
576
Reported Crashes
254
Reported Fires
17
Reported Deaths
HYUNDAI SANTA FE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 52 | View |
| 2025 | 5 | 194 | View |
| 2024 | 7 | 214 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 323 | View |
| 2022 | 5 | 310 | View |
| 2021 | 7 | 242 | View |
| 2020 | 2 | 295 | View |
| 2019 | 2 | 282 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 143 | View |
| 2017 | 6 | 1,281 | View |
| 2016 | 3 | 291 | View |
| 2015 | 2 | 332 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 679 | View |
| 2013 | 3 | 807 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 475 | View |
| 2011 | 3 | 268 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 333 | View |
| 2009 | 3 | 507 | View |
| 2008 | 6 | 718 | View |
| 2007 | 9 | 982 | View |
| 2006 (current) | 1 | 143 | |
| 2005 | 3 | 300 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 386 | View |
| 2003 | 4 | 390 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 219 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 293 | View |