2024 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
7 recalls, 214 complaints - 2 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating
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
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
25V659000 Oct 2, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Santa Fe vehicles. The B+ positive terminal cover on the starter motor assembly may be improperly installed, which can cause an electrical short during a crash.
Consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the starter motor terminal cover, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 22, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 285. Vehicle Identification Numbers... Read more
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.
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.
24V529000 Jul 11, 2024
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Santa Fe vehicles. A software error in the transmission control unit may result in a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in PARK.
Consequence
A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to use the emergency parking brake after parking their vehicles. Hyundai will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update for the transmission control unit. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the dual clutch transmission, as necessary. All repairs will be performed... Read more
24V246000 Apr 2, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Santa Fe vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a trailer parking assist message. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
An obstructed rearview camera image reduces rearward visibility and increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Hyundai will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 31, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 258.
Complaint Statistics
214 total complaints
18 crashes 3 fires 9 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 32 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 27 |
| POWER TRAIN | 20 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 18 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 10 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 9 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 9 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 9 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 7 |
| AIR BAGS | 7 |
POWER TRAIN
Sep 10, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2026
Our vehicle does this all the time and has done so for almost two years. After starting the vehicle and then shifting to a gear, either drive or reverse. The vehicle does not always go into gear. When you take your foot off the brake to push on the accelerator, the vehicle will start to roll in the ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 10, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
Electric oil pump failure in transmission
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
Despite having the DCT software recall repaired, today the parking brake disengaged after the car was idling for a few minutes at my son’s school. It lurched forward, startling me, and then I was alerted that the emergency parking brake deployed. The rollaway could have injured a child in the pa... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 4, 2026
Incident date: Aug 28, 2026
Currently unknown on how the fire started, but something under the hood caught fire
Fire
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Sep 2, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
Our vehicle has twice gone from parking to drive and moved on its own! Both times almost running over my wife
Crash
1 injured
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Sep 2, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
Our vehicle has twice gone from parking to drive and moved on its own! Both times almost running over my wife
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 2, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
Our vehicle has twice gone from parking to drive and moved on its own! Both times almost running over my wife
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe gasoline model. My VIN was included in Hyundai Safety Recall 263 / NHTSA Recall 24V-529 involving the Transmission Control Unit and potential damage to the dual-clutch transmission. On September 25, 2024, at fewer than 5,000 miles, the transmission failed and the vehicle was t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Aug 25, 2026
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe VIN [XXX], June 2024 build, 62k miles. Vehicle experienced total loss of power and drive, matching NHTSA recall 24V-529 / 263 for DCT failure. Dealer is refusing to perform recall, refusing to provide diagnostic codes via email, and demanding title and all service records befor... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Aug 25, 2026
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe VIN [XXX], June 2024 build, 62k miles. Vehicle experienced total loss of power and drive, matching NHTSA recall 24V-529 / 263 for DCT failure. Dealer is refusing to perform recall, refusing to provide diagnostic codes via email, and demanding title and all service records befor... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe gasoline model. My VIN was included in Hyundai Safety Recall 263 / NHTSA Recall 24V-529 involving the Transmission Control Unit and potential damage to the dual-clutch transmission. On September 25, 2024, at fewer than 5,000 miles, the transmission failed and the vehicle was t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe gasoline model. My VIN was included in Hyundai Safety Recall 263 / NHTSA Recall 24V-529 involving the Transmission Control Unit and potential damage to the dual-clutch transmission. On September 25, 2024, at fewer than 5,000 miles, the transmission failed and the vehicle was t... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 17, 2026
On multiple occasions the error “transmission system error check transmission oil immediately” Have taken vehicle to dealership 3 separate times. Believe entire unit to be faulty
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Aug 20, 2026
Incident date: Jun 11, 2026
See attached document for complaint
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 20, 2026
Incident date: Jun 11, 2026
See attached document for complaint
POWER TRAIN
Aug 3, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a low gear. The check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated after the first failure. The vehicle was pulled over to the... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 3, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving 53 MPH with the cruise control feature engaged, the vehicle started losing motive power with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the highway and had the vehicle towed to an in... Read more
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Aug 2, 2026
Incident date: Jul 22, 2026
On July 18, 2026, I was driving to work around 0530 am when my rear driver's side tire blew out from the tread sidewall to the rim ruptured, having a catastrophic failure that almost resulted in a crash. The tire only had 18,500 miles without any prior damage or hitting something. Their is a current... Read more
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Aug 2, 2026
Incident date: Jul 22, 2026
On July 18, 2026, I was driving to work around 0530 am when my rear driver's side tire blew out from the tread sidewall to the rim ruptured, having a catastrophic failure that almost resulted in a crash. The tire only had 18,500 miles without any prior damage or hitting something. Their is a current... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 23, 2026
Incident date: Jul 23, 2026
My 2018 dodge ram has an open recall since December 2024. There are no parts/no fix. My truck has been dinging and pinging with the break light/traction light/engine light/ABS light since 6 months after I got it. ALL of these things are related to the open recall. VIN [XXX]. Manufacturer Recall Num... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jul 22, 2026
Incident date: Jul 22, 2026
The honda dealer states that the clip/ brackt that holds the multi view camera has broken. There is no damaged to the windshield or housing of the camera, the clip just failed and they could not tell me why. The vehicle has never been in any accident and has never had any damage. Adaptive cruise, c... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jul 22, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2026
The honda dealer states that the clip/ brackt that holds the multi view camera has broken. There is no damaged to the windshield or housing of the camera, the clip just failed and they could not tell me why. The vehicle has never been in any accident and has never had any damage. Adaptive cruise, c... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 22, 2026
Incident date: Jul 22, 2026
Subject: Complaint Regarding Greenacres Nissan – Sale of Vehicle With Immediate Safety Issue and Failure to Provide Resolution I am submitting this complaint regarding Greenacres Nissan and the handling of my vehicle purchase. I purchased a vehicle from Greenacres Nissan and took delivery on 7/3... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Jul 12, 2026
Recall 26V237 / Ford 26S28** Vehicle 2015 Ford F 150 VIN: [XXX] Recall Reference NHTSA Recall: 26V237 Ford Recall: 26S28 Summary of Active Safety Defect My vehicle is experiencing the exact defect described in Recall 26V237. I have had two unintended downshifts within the past two weeks while travel... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Jul 12, 2026
The vehicle downshifts hard while driving at regular speeds, revving the engine. As you drive, you can feel it downshifting heavily. The transmission now has metal in it and is undriveable.
POWER TRAIN
Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Jul 12, 2026
After multiple visits to a private mechanic, it has been determined that the transmission on this 2022 Highlander will need to be replaced. I have seen multiple reports stating this is a common issue with certain Toyotas.
ENGINE
Jul 7, 2026
Incident date: Jul 7, 2026
On 06/26/26, while traveling at highway speeds, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic loss of motive power in active traffic due to a blown out/melted Cylinder 4 ignition coil. This unexpected engine failure forced raw fuel into the exhaust system, causing an immediate internal thermal meltdow... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 7, 2026
Incident date: Jul 7, 2026
On 06/26/26, while traveling at highway speeds, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic loss of motive power in active traffic due to a blown out/melted Cylinder 4 ignition coil. This unexpected engine failure forced raw fuel into the exhaust system, causing an immediate internal thermal meltdow... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Jun 26, 2025
Vehicle stalled while driving — unsafe loss of power. While driving at normal speed, the vehicle suddenly shut off without warning and the electrical system malfunctioned. I had to pull over and restart car. This created a dangerous situation and could have caused a collision. Prior to this inc... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Jun 24, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving up a ramp at an undisclosed speed, the exhaust system detached after scraping the underside of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. A dealer was contacted, however the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 24, 2026
Incident date: Nov 30, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that gas fumes were entering inside the vehicle and exhaust fumes were present while driving the vehicle and while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on several occasions and to several dealers; howeve... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 24, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
I bought the vehicle used with 98,000 miles. After a few months of driving and reaching 103,000 miles is when the problem occurred. As active duty military I was in the field for 2 days. When I had gotten out of the field I started the car and was sitting there for about 2 minutes and seen the tempe... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 22, 2026
Incident date: May 30, 2026
Failed torque converter, diagnosed and confirmed by local certified Ford dealer in Portage, Wisconsin. Vehicle can potentially leave is stranded with additional repair costs if not addressed.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 19, 2026
Incident date: Jun 18, 2026
i’m unsure if the person i bought this vehicle from had the codes wiped before selling to me, but there were NO lights on dash for 3 days after minimal driving only to work and back, then all of a sudden the check engine light came on, and in the info box it would pop up saying “service stabilit... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 19, 2026
Incident date: May 30, 2026
Dashboard displayed multiple messages and icons/warnings. Steering wheel locked, acceleration was low, barely any power to drive. Engine running rough condition. OBD2 scanner P0302 and P0303 detected. Engine misfire. Honda Dealership diagnosis car. Main concerns include a head gasket blown or crack.... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 14, 2026
Incident date: Jun 14, 2026
I am filing a complaint regarding NHTSA Recall 24V-700 (R24B2) for my 2019 Nissan LEAF S Plus, VIN: [XXX], Nissan Case No. XXX. I complied fully with Nissan's recall instructions, avoiding Level 3 fast charging for my entire ownership. On or about April 23, I filed a complaint with Nissan Consumer A... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jun 14, 2026
Incident date: Jun 14, 2026
I was driving at about 10 mph in a suburban Buffalo retail parking lot when I was T-boned by a driver coming at me perpendicular at a much higher rate of speed who hit me squarely on the driver's side front and rear door. Airbags did not deploy. Yes, my safety was put at risk. I was injured. The ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SUSPENSION
Jun 12, 2026
Incident date: Sep 11, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 RAM 1500. The contact stated that while parked and inspecting the brakes, the contact noticed cracks on both ends of the sway bar. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the sway bar was cracked and needed to be replaced.... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 10, 2026
Incident date: Apr 6, 2026
I am having issues with putting car in park. Keeps showing not in park and will not shut off until I yank on handle. Getting worse & taking so long. Took to dealership and they said probably the harness and would cost $400 to $600 to fix. My research shows they have had this issue since 2018!! O... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 10, 2026
Incident date: Apr 6, 2026
The ABS, Brake and Traction Control indicator dash lights came on and stay on.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 3, 2026
On May 14, 2026, while traveling at highway speed in a clear passing lane with no obstacles present, the autonomous emergency braking system activated without cause and brought the vehicle to a complete stop. A following vehicle nearly rear-ended me. I recorded a voice memo immediately after the i... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 3, 2026
I was driving at night and my passenger headlights went out. About 2 years prior the same thing happened but it was the driver side headlight that went out. It was $1100 to get the driver side replaced and now here i am having to pay the same amount to replace the passenger side headlights. It was n... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 3, 2026
On May 14, 2026, while traveling at highway speed in a clear passing lane with no obstacles present, the autonomous emergency braking system activated without cause and brought the vehicle to a complete stop. A following vehicle nearly rear-ended me. I recorded a voice memo immediately after the i... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
On way to [XXX] car started hesitating stop at Oreily’s they hooked up said 3rd cylinder was misfiring took to Bruner Chevrolet I told them what the read out said on the 3rd cylinder misfiring they said catalytic converter was messed up and changed it out drove car home still hesitating went back... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Mar 13, 2026
Beginning approximately December 2025, my vehicle produces a severe grinding sound when attempting to accelerate. The sound has been consistent and ongoing for approximately 6 months. Confirmed verbatim on recorded Tesla corporate support call May 21, 2026: "If I try to accelerate it's making this h... Read more
ENGINE
May 29, 2026
Incident date: May 29, 2026
Approximately 8 months ago, I brought my car to the BMW dealership Keeler's in Latham, NY 12110 for a Recall 24V-608:474, the dealer held my car for a day. Two weeks later after taking my car in for the recall, my check engine light started going off and on, off and on, then it comes on and stayed o... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 29, 2026
Incident date: May 29, 2026
My vehicle's windshield wipers were completely inoperable for an extended period. I drove this vehicle across multiple states without functional windshield wipers — confirmed on a recorded Tesla corporate support call dated May 21, 2026. This is also covered under NHTSA Recall 24V456000 (Windshiel... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Mar 13, 2026
Beginning approximately December 2025, my vehicle produces a severe grinding sound when attempting to accelerate. The sound has been consistent and ongoing for approximately 6 months. Confirmed verbatim on recorded Tesla corporate support call May 21, 2026: "If I try to accelerate it's making this h... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
On way to [XXX] car started hesitating stop at Oreily’s they hooked up said 3rd cylinder was misfiring took to Bruner Chevrolet I told them what the read out said on the 3rd cylinder misfiring they said catalytic converter was messed up and changed it out drove car home still hesitating went back... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights and both turn signals became inoperable and failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed that t... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2024 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 17.4% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard & Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2024 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
2 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 1 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS) | 1 |
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
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
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).
96
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 (current) | 7 | 214 | |
| 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 | 1 | 143 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 300 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 386 | View |
| 2003 | 4 | 390 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 219 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 293 | View |