2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport problems

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The Hyundai Santa Fe (Korean: 현대 싼타페) is an automobile produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 2000. It is a five-door crossover SUV that either has front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. It is named after the city of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and was introduced for the 2001 model year as Hyundai's first SUV. The Santa Fe was a milestone in the company's restructuring program of the late 1990s because the SUV was a hit with American buyers. Between 2006 and 2012, the Santa Fe was positioned between the smaller Tucson compact crossover and the larger Veracruz.

The third-generation Santa Fe introduced in 2012 was available in two versions, which are regular (short) and extended long-wheelbase version. The short model was sold as the Santa Fe Sport in North America (three-row seating was not available) and simply Santa Fe in global markets (three-row seating was standard or optional), while the extended long-wheelbase model is called the Santa Fe in the US, Santa Fe XL in Canada and called the Hyundai Maxcruz in South Korea. The fifth and current generation was released in 2023 and omits diesel engines in favor of petrol hybrid powertrains.

As of 2022, the Santa Fe is positioned between the smaller Tucson – which the Santa Fe shares platform with – and the larger Palisade in Hyundai's global crossover SUV line-up.

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Common 2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport problems

The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2013 has been reported to have several common problems, with engine failure being the most frequently reported issue.

Another issue reported by owners of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is trouble shifting gears and sluggish acceleration. The hesitation issue becomes even worse while accelerating or coming out of turns, making it a safety concern for some owners.

Faulty speakers have also been reported as a common problem for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. Models with navigation features may abruptly stop playing audio from all speakers, which can be inconvenient and disruptive for drivers and passengers. This issue has been reported to occur at around 50,000 miles, which is relatively early in the vehicle's lifespan.

Engine stalls have also been reported as a problem for some 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport models. This issue has been attributed to a defective crankshaft position sensor, which can cause the engine to stall suddenly at highway speeds. This can be a significant safety concern for drivers, especially if it occurs unexpectedly.

Transmission stutters have been reported as a problem for Hyundai Santa Fe models from 2001 to 2014, including the 2013 model year. Owners have reported experiencing odd stutters as they shift from second to third gear, which can be frustrating and disruptive.

In conclusion, the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has been reported to have several common problems, with engine failure being the most frequently reported issue. Other issues include trouble shifting gears, sluggish acceleration, faulty speakers, engine stalls, and transmission stutters. These issues can be frustrating and disruptive for drivers and passengers, and some of them can be safety concerns. It is essential for potential buyers to be aware of these issues and consider them when making a purchasing decision.

2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport engine

What issues does a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe have?

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

  • Engine Major. Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt. ...
  • Exhaust. Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks. ...
  • Engine Electrical. ...
  • Drive System. ...
  • Paint And Trim. ...
  • Brakes. ...
  • Body Hardware. ...
  • Climate System.

Is 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe a reliable car?

The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe stands as one of the least reliable models available, owing in part to the SUV's engine problems. Models from 2017 have nearly 300 registered NHTSA complaints, including one for total engine failure after just a few years on the road.

How long does 2013 Santa Fe Sport last?

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The average lifespan of this popular SUV is 200,000 to 250,000 miles or 13 to 17 years. It can probably reach beyond 250,000 miles if you're a mindful driver who keeps up with routine maintenance. In addition, the Santa Fe has a lower probability of major repairs than many of its competitors.

Does Hyundai Santa Fe have engine problems?

These gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines are plagued with problems. From bearing failure, to connecting rod knocks, to oil consumption, and yes – engine infernos.

2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Hyundai Santa fe sport problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Engine problems
  • Service brakes problems
  • Hydraulic problems
  • Unknown or other problems
  • Electrical system problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport

The NHTSA has received 145 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport vehicles.

2024-10-17

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-08-17
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH a knocking noise was present coming from the engine compartment, the check engine light had illuminated and the vehicle's speed suddenly reduced to under 30 MPH. The vehicle was later driven to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 166,000.
2024-09-24

ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-16
  • VIN: 5XYZUDLBXDG
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound while decelerating. The contact stated that 6,000 miles before the failure, there was an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that piston #3 was blown. The vehicle was not repaired due to the warranty being expired. The contact was advised by the local dealer that the failure was related to Technical Service Bulletins: 22-EM-001H-1 and 22-EM-002H-1. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
2024-07-23

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-07-23
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LA0DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that the service brakes and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed; however, the contact was informed that the ABS fuse had been replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 189,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-07-23

ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-07-23
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LB6DG
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was idling and making the vehicle difficult to control. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed as a failure with the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 107,680.
2024-07-10

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2022-07-10
  • VIN: 5XYZUDLB8DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side door failed to register as closed when locked. The back over prevention camera failed to display the rear-view image while in the vehicle was in reverse. The contact stated that during the failure with the back over prevention camera the radio also became inoperable. The contact stated that the TPMS warning light erroneously illuminated with the tires properly inflated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed. The contact became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired under the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed for the other failures. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.
2024-06-18

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-03-18
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LB1DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-05-15

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-09-22
  • VIN: 5XYZW3LAXDG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-05-03

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LB6DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that there was an issue with the ABS. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-05-03

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-05-03
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LA5DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-04-30

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-09-22
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LA8DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-04-22

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-06-22
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LA5DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and several unknown warning lights illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-04-19

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2022-09-22
  • VIN: 5XYZW3LA9DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-04-17

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-09-22
  • VIN: 5XYZUDLB0DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-04-17

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-04-17
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LB8DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owned a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and the manufacturer were contacted.
2024-04-15

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-04-15
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LB3DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-04-11

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-06-15
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LA6DG
  • Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that the doors were locked using the door lock button on the driver’s side front door; however, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the doors unlocked unintendedly. The failure occurred without warning. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
2024-04-11

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-04-11
  • VIN: 5XYZUDLA8DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-04-05

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-12-01
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LB2DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact called the dealer and was initially informed that parts were available, and an appointment was scheduled to perform the recall repair. Upon arrival at the dealer, the contact was informed that there was a miscommunication and that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-04-02

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2022-07-01
  • VIN: 5XYZUDLB0DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle was slow to respond. The brake pedal kicked back and went two-thirds of the way to the floorboard. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the ABS. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The mechanic replaced the ABS again. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-03-04

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-11-15
  • VIN: 5XYZT3LB5DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated for two years. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS sensor needed to be cleaned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2024-02-27

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-02-27
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LA5DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-01-30

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-09-22
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LB5DG
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-01-26

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-01-26
  • VIN: 5XYZU3LA0DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-01-17

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-01-17
  • VIN: 5XYZUDLB4DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-01-12

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-01-12
  • VIN: 5XYZW3LA4DG
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 2013 Hyundai Santa fe sport.

2023-09-22
  • Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
  • Park Out Side: 1
  • Park Out Side: 1
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
  • Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
  • Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
  • Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
2021-04-28
  • Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
  • Park Out Side: 1
  • Park Out Side: 1
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
  • Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
  • Consequence: An electrical short in the ABS module can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
  • Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, and inspect and replace the ABS module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 25, 2021. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-520. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 205.
2020-08-27
  • Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
  • Park Out Side: 1
  • Park Out Side: 1
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
  • Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
  • Consequence: If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
  • Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began December 22, 2020. Note: This recall has been superseded by NHTSA Recall 21V-303 and all affected vehicles will now be repaired under 21V-303. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 194.
2018-12-28
  • Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V-568 and 17V-226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.
  • Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
  • Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's recall number for this recall is 180.
2017-06-05
  • Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
  • Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
  • Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable may corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
  • Consequence: If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
  • Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.
2017-03-31
  • Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
  • Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
  • Consequence: Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
  • Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.
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Santa fe sport 2016
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Santa fe sport 2017
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Santa fe sport 2013
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