2005 Hyundai Santa fe problems
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 2005 Hyundai Santa fe problems
The Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 has been praised by its owners for its reliability, capability, comfort, and ease of maintenance. However, there are some common problems that have been reported by owners.
- Underpowered Engine: The 2.7-liter engine of the Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 is underpowered, but it provides good fuel efficiency.
- Design Flaws: There are some design flaws in the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, such as the third brake light hanging in the rear window, which can be distracting for the driver. Additionally, the back three spark plugs are located under the intake manifold, making them difficult and expensive to replace.
- Limited Legroom for Taller Drivers: The driver's seat of the Hyundai Santa Fe does not go back far enough for taller drivers, which can cause discomfort during long drives.
- Electronics Issues: Electronics have been the biggest issue for some owners of the Hyundai Santa Fe 2005. However, despite these issues, many owners still love the car and are looking to purchase a newer model.
- Throttle Position Sensor Failure: One major issue reported by a Santa Fe owner is the failure of the throttle position sensor. This issue can be resolved by identifying the problem and fixing it, which typically takes only an hour and costs minimally.
- Check Engine Light Issue: Another problem reported by a Santa Fe owner is that the check engine light comes on when the gas gets too low and stays on until half a tank of gas is used. This issue is not a significant problem and can be easily resolved by filling up the gas tank.
- Suspension Issues: The suspension of the Hyundai Santa Fe is simple and cheap, but it has some limitations. The front struts are weak and can be damaged if the car is driven aggressively. The Springs are also expectedly weak and cannot withstand overloads. The front levers are sturdy, but the ball tab is replaceable. The rubber elements require replacement, even with runs up to 60,000 miles.
- Power Steering Issues: The power steering system of the Santa Fe is not happy with the abrasion of the installation side of the central oil seal and the flimsy structure. With age, it begins to knock due to the wear of the side bushings.
In summary, while the Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 has some common problems, many owners still love the car for its reliability, capability, comfort, and ease of maintenance. The most significant issues reported by owners include underpowered engine, design flaws, limited legroom for taller drivers, electronics issues, throttle position sensor failure, check engine light issue, suspension issues, and power steering issues.
Is a Hyundai Santa Fe a good car 2005?
best all around family and utility vehicle owned
We bought a 2005 Santa Fe 2.7L V-6 AWD GLS new in Maryland and drove it for 12 years and over 150,000 miles with no issue what so ever with the mechanical, body or anything for that matter other than regular maintenance like battery, tires/alignment, breaks, etc.
What is the most common problem with a Hyundai Santa Fe?
Some of the common issues reported by owners, according to RepairPal, include: Transmission Problems. Engine Issues. Suspension Problems.
How many miles will a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe last?
Hyundai Santa Fe
Another Hyundai SUV that's known to last a long time is the midsize Santa Fe. 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.
Is Hyundai Santa Fe high maintenance?
The Hyundai Santa Fe Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 2nd out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $515 which means it has lower than average ownership costs.
2005 Hyundai Santa fe car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Hyundai Santa fe problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Service brakes problems
- Suspension problems
- Seat belts problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Hyundai Santa fe vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2005 Hyundai Santa fe
The NHTSA has received 215 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Hyundai Santa fe. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2005 Hyundai Santa fe vehicles.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-24
- VIN: KM8SC13E15U
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the tailgate failed to open while using the tailgate handle. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-16
- VIN: KM8SC13E95U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Car all of a sudden stopped running like normal. Can't go above 20 mph without sounding like backfiring or dying
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-13
- VIN: KM8SC73D95U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The airbag light stays on constantly - mechanic says it's the switch in the passenger seat belt and they encounter this problem with this vehicle all the time. Prevents the airbag from deploying if not repaired.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-22
- VIN: KM8SC13E25U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The Air Bag light stays on and from my research the air bag will not work in an accident.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-14
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 155,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-24
- VIN: KM8SC73E85U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Airbag light is constantly on from the time I start the car, until I turn it off, mechanic stated it was the passenger seatbelt buckle switch. I've seen many posts online about the same exact thing happening to them. It poses a safety threat, as the airbags are not going to go off.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-01
- VIN: KM8SC13D05U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Emergency brake light does not turn off even when not used, since I finalized the vehicle when I fill the gas tank up the car doesn’t want to start unless you rev the engine giving it some power, recently the vehicle has been not turning off after keys out of ignition unless pressing on the gas to kick start the engine turn off.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-11
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KM8SC73E95U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: A car in front of me lost control and I braked to avoid an accident but the car turned and had no stability, forcing me to maneuver it to avoid crashing by leaning on my neck.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: KM8SC13E05U
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I HAVE BEEN GETTING ELECTRICAL SHOCKS FROM MY CAR AROUND THE WELL OF THE DRIVERS SIDE. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THERE ARE 7 SERVICE BULLITANS ON THE CAR. I HAVE HAD TO GO TO URGENT CARE AND THE EMERGENCY ROOM OVER THIS AND THE DOCTOR WAS WORRIED THAT I MAY HAVE NERVE DAMAGE TO MY FOOT OVER THIS. I WAS TOLD THAT THIS WAS RELATED TO THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL/ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET HELP WITH THIS AND HYUNDAI WILL NOT RETURN MY CALLS. I HAVE WOUND UP IN THE HOSPITAL OVER THIS AND FEEL THAT THIS IS HIGHLY UNFAIR. THIS IS DANGEROUS.
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-18
- VIN: KM8SC73E15U
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVERS CHEST SEAT BELT IS LOOSE AND THE SENSOR IN THE SEAT BELT YOU SNAP AND LOCK IT IN PLACE MAKES THE "AIR BAG" LIGHT FOR THE DRIVER ONLY COME ON. I'VE HAD IT DIAGNOSED AND CHECKED BY A LICENSED MECHANIC, AND WAS TOLD THE SEAT BELT IS DEFECTED, AND CURRENTLY, AS LONG AS THE "AIR BAG" LIGHT REMAINS ON, EVEN IF THEY TURNED IT OFF, THE DRIVERS AIR BAG WOULD NOT DEPLOY IF IMPACTED HARD ENOUGH IN VEHICLE COLLISION. THE AIR BAG IS OKAY AND IN WORKING CONDITION, ITS THE SENSORS IN THE SEAT BELTS IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT THAT ARE OUT OF DATE. THE "RED LIGHT" REMAINS ON FROM THE TIME I START THE VEHICLE AND ITS IN PARK, IDLING, MOVING, UP UNTIL WE ARE BACK IDLING, AND THE ENGINE IS OFF. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-11
- VIN: KM8SC13E05U
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE BACKING OUT OF GARAGE THROTTLE STUCK NEARLY CAUSING A MAJOR ACCIDENT. FAULTY TPS SEEN MANY WITH SAME COMPLAINTS..
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-16
- VIN: KM8SC13D35U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STAYS ON ALL THE TIME WHEN THE IGNITION KEY IS TURNED ON. THIS INDICATES THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH AIR BAG SYSTEM AND NEEDS FURTHER EVALUATION. BECAUSE THE INDICATOR LIGHT IS ON, POSES A SIGNIFICANT RISK FOR OCCUPANT SAFETY DURING A CRASH EVENT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-10
- VIN: KM8SC73D25U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON FOR A WHILE, THEN IT GOES OUT CHANGES SOMETIMES IN MOTION OR PARKED, NEVER BEEN DEPLOYED.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-20
- VIN: KM8SC13D95U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-01
- VIN: KM8SC13D35U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 05V450000 (AIR BAGS). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SHEEHY HYUNDAI OF WALDORF (LOCATED AT 2910 CRAIN HWY, WALDORF, MD 20601, (301) 812-3318) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 187,880. *TR CONSUMER STATED ISSUE WAS REPORTED IN 2010/11. IT IS ALSO RELATED TO BUCKLE SEAT BELT. THE VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. CONSUMER CALLED THE DEALER AND THEY AGREED THAT THEY HAVE THE NAME OF THE CONSUMER BUT THEIR SYSTEM CAN'T RETRIEVE SERVICE DETAILS. THE LIGHT IS STILL ON FOR AIR BAG. *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-11
- VIN: KM8SC13E55U
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: ME AND MY WIFE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WITH OUR 2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE WHILE DRIVING. PLEASE HELP. I WENT TO HYUNDAI DEALER AND SAID THAT NO INDICATOR OR ENGINE LIGHT ON.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-01
- VIN: KM8SC73D75U
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: GAS TANK HAS CORROSION AND MECHANIC CONFIRMS THE TANK IS LEAKING GASOLINE DUE TO THE CORROSION!!!!
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-11
- VIN: KM8SC73D05U
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE AIR BAG LIGHT TURNS ON AN OFF, THIS IS A BIG SAFETY ISSUE, I FEEL INSECURE IN THIS VEHICLE, I DON'T THINK THE AIR BAGS WOULD WORK IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. NEED ATTENTION IN THE MATTER
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-07
- VIN: KM8SC73E55U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIR BAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR A FEW WEEKS. I WENT ONLINE AND DISCOVERED THAT THERE ARE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING THE AIR BAG LIGHT. THERE ARE ALSO DIFFERENT REASONS FOR THIS OCCURRENCE. IS THERE A RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE?
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-01
- VIN: KM8SC73E85U
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHE TURNED THE VEHICLE ON, THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT A CODE OF B1513: PASSENGER SEAT BELT DISPLAYED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 130,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-27
- VIN: KM8SC13D55U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I TOOK MY CAR TO GET CHECKED AFTER A AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AT THE DEALERSHIP. AFTER THEIR DIAGNOSTIC THEY WANT TO CHARGE ME $2500 TO FIX A SEAT BELT BUCKLE AND A SENSOR UNDER THE OCCUPANT SEAT. I HAVE HAD THIS CAR UNDER A YEAR AND DO NOT HAVE THE TYPE OF INCOME TO CORRECT THIS ASAP. THE LIGHT IS KEEPING ME FROM GETTING MY CAR INSPECTED WHICH IN THE LONG RUN CAN COST ME MY JOB. I CALLED THE PHONE NUMBER HERE PROVIDED HERE TO BE TOLD 61 CASES HAVE BEEN REPORTED WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT. THIS NEEDS TO BE RECALLED. THIS IS THE SECOND PROBLEM I HAVE HAD WITH THIS CAR,THE FIRST BEING A RECALL ON THE COIL SPRINGS. I WAS DRIVING WHEN THIS LIGHT CAME ON.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-29
- VIN: KM8SC13D15U
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHEN I APPLY THE BRAKE, IT FEELS LIKE THE ABS ON STEROIDS KICKS IN, ON DRY PAVEMENT, (THIS WAS AFTER I HAD NEW BRAKES INSTALLED) I ENDED UP HAVING TWO NEW SETS OF BRAKES INSTALLED. HAD IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR THE SAME ISSUE AFTER THEY PUT THE 'FACTORY BRAKES' INSTALLED FOR THE SAME ISSUE AND THEY LOOKED AT ME LIKE I AM CRAZY, SO THEY GREASED WHAT THEY COULD AND SAID IF IT KEPT DOING IT TO BRING IT BACK. THIS WAS OCT 2017. IT WAS GOOD FOR A WHILE AND THEN STARTED UP IN NOVEMBER AND AGAIN IN DECEMBER ABOUT ONCE A WEEK. I BOUGHT A NEW 2018 ELANTRA AND GAVE THE SANTA FE TO MY GRANDSONS. THEY CAME OVER AND SAID 'GRANDMA, WHAT'S UP WITH THE BRAKES' THEY FINALLY KNEW WHAT I MEANT. WHEN DRIVING ON DRY PAVEMENT, IN THE CITY, PUTTING ON BRAKES COMING TO A LIGHT THEN THE ABS KICKS IN. I PUT IN A COMPLAINT TO THE CONSUMERS AFFAIRS AT HYUNDAI. THEY TOLD ME TO TAKE IT TO A DEALER AND HAVE THEM CHECK IT. MY GRANDSONS TOOK IT OVER TO THE SAME PLACE AND AN OLDER MAN DROVE IT (KEEP IN MIND IT DOES NOT DO IT ALL THE TIME) AND HE SAID HE COULD FEEL SOMETHING AND SAID IT WAS THE MASTER CYLINDER AND IT WOULD COST $800 TO BLEED THE LINES AND PUT A NEW MASTER CYLINDER IN. WELL, THE BRAKES DON'T GIVE OUT AND THEY DO NOT GO ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR ' THEY ACT LIKE ABS ON STEROIDS. SO IF I HAVE THEM REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER FOR $800, PLUS WHATEVER, AND IT STILL DOES IT, THEN WHAT? I SEE OTHERS ARE HAVING THE SAME TROUBLE ' WHAT IS UP HYUNDAI? SOUNDS LIKE THIS IS HAPPENING TO OTHERS TOO. :/ THIS STARTED ABOUT JUNE 2017 AND SPORADICALLY UNTIL NOW. FEW TIMES A MONTH AND NOW MORE . FOR THE LIGHTING - THE FRONT HEADLIGHT GOES OUT ONCE A YEAR LIKE CLOCKWORK AND THE INTERIOR LIGHT IS ONLY HALF ON.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-11
- VIN: KM8SC13D75U
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: GAS IS LEAKING OUT OF OF THE CAR THE GAS TANK IS BAD I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND IT STOPPED
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-13
- VIN: KM8SC13D35U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR SPORADICALLY ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO O'BRIEN HYUNDAI (2850 COLONIAL BLVD, FORT MYERS, FL 33966, (239) 277-1222) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WAS UNAVAILABLE FOR THE AIR BAG AND IT WAS ON BACKORDER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 109,769.
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-19
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: KM8SC13D65U
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. WHEN THE CONTACT ENTERED THE PARKED VEHICLE, THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT IMPACT OR WARNING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT RIBS THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FITZGERALD'S COUNTRYSIDE HYUNDAI (27419 US HIGHWAY 19 N, CLEARWATER, FL 33761, (727) 797-6369) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT RETRACTOR MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,697.
2005 Hyundai Santa fe recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2005 Hyundai Santa fe.
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
- Summary: 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 Columbia: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The affected vehicles may experience front coil spring corrosion from road salt, causing the coil spring to fracture and make contact with the tire.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT OF THE VEHICLE MAY MISCLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AS AN ADULT.
- Consequence: THE POSSIBILITY OF MISCLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN AS AN ADULT MAY ALLOW THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAG TO DEPLOY IN A FRONTAL COLLISION CRASH OR THE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG TO DEPLOY IN A SIDE COLLISION CRASH; SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE'S OCS WILL PROPERLY CLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN WHEN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AND WILL DISABLE THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAGS. DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLE'S OCS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT TO PROVIDE AN INCREASED MARGIN FOR RECOGNITION OF CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI OF PUERTO RICO AT 1-800-981-0188.
- Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT OF THE VEHICLE MAY MISCLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AS AN ADULT.
- Consequence: THE POSSIBILITY OF MISCLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN AS AN ADULT MAY ALLOW THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAG TO DEPLOY IN A FRONTAL COLLISION CRASH OR THE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG TO DEPLOY IN A SIDE COLLISION CRASH; SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE'S OCS WILL PROPERLY CLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN WHEN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AND WILL DISABLE THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAGS. DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLE'S OCS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT TO PROVIDE AN INCREASED MARGIN FOR RECOGNITION OF CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 21, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
Negative 2005 Hyundai Santa fe car reviews
Positive 2005 Hyundai Santa fe car reviews
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Hello! I recently bought a Santa Fe after always driving smaller cars like the Honda Civic and Mazda Protege. While it's a good vehicle and very comfortable inside, I'm considering selling it and going back to a sedan. I expected my gas mileage to decrease with an SUV, but I thought I'd still average in the low to mid 20s since it's a 6 cylinder and not that big. Unfortunately, I'm only averaging 17 to 20 miles per gallon, even with driving conservatively. The ride is smooth, but I find myself being cautious with sudden moves. Overall, it's not a bad vehicle, but be prepared to pay more at the pump if you get one.
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I'm glad to hear that you've had a positive experience with your Hyundai! Despite some negative reviews from the carbuying press, our 2003 model has been running smoothly for almost 3 years now. We did encounter a minor issue with the oil pump pressure relief valve freezing at 43,000 miles, but it was quickly and efficiently resolved under Hyundai's excellent warranty program. We were even provided with a loaner car during the repair process. The V-6 engine provides more than enough power for its class and delivers impressive gas mileage, averaging 24mpg in town and 29-31 on the highway with the standard automatic transmission. We've been so pleased with the quality of our Hyundai that we used the $2000 owner loyalty rebate towards the purchase of our Elantra. Compared to other SUVs like the RAV-4 or CRV, the Santa Fe offers all the same features at a much more affordable price point.
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Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with my car. After having some trouble with my previous vehicle, I did some research and decided to go with the Sante Fe for its great warranty. I've found that it has plenty of room in the back for things like beach chairs and furniture, and the cup holders and seats are really good too. The only thing I've noticed is that the engine doesn't have a lot of power, but that's not really an issue for me since I don't need to go over 70 mph. I've put 60k miles on it so far and I'm hoping it will last me a long time! Thanks for listening.
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This is the only car that my dad has had for a long time. He purchased it in 2014 and it's still going strong in 2018 with no major problems. The only issue we had was with the AC compressor, but even without AC during the summer, we still enjoyed driving it. It's a comfortable car with an excellent ride height, and the smooth ride at 70+ mph even puts my brother right to sleep!
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Great car for the price! You get more bang for your bucks than the competition. It's been absolutely reliable, not a single thing to replace. The OEM tires were decent, but there was a bit too much interior noise.
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Keyshawn Hessel 2024-11-03
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to let you know that this vehicle may not be the best option for wet pavement, especially in moderate rain showers. Additionally, the driver's compartment may not have enough stretch room for your left leg and foot. However, it is easy to park! Lastly, the gas mileage may not be the best. Have a great day!
Lawrence Schaefer 2024-10-17
Hi there, I wanted to share my experience with this vehicle. Unfortunately, during a rollover accident, the side airbags did not deploy despite my assumption that they would. I flipped the car six times and was disappointed that the airbags did not activate. I hope this information can help someone else stay safe. Take care!
Keeley Koelpin 2024-10-13
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my car. I've had it for about 3 years now and it's been mostly great. However, at around 42,000 miles, I noticed a problem while driving. The RPM suddenly started revving up and dropping back down, causing the car to lunge forward and then jerk backward. It was quite scary and I wasn't able to make it home. I had to have the car towed and the dealer said it was the throttle sensor. They fixed it and the car worked fine for 3 months, but then the same problem occurred again. I had to have it towed again and unfortunately, the same problem happened 3 months later. I'm starting to feel a bit nervous about driving this car, especially on the highway. I'm considering getting rid of it and finding something else. What do you think?
Blaise Padberg 2024-08-11
The car was purchased at an auction in Tampa, FL. However, after only two months of ownership, it began experiencing overheating and various other mechanical issues.
Alfredo Howe 2024-07-18
If the gas mileage were better, this could be the perfect mid-size SUV. It's reasonably priced, has good standard features, and comes with a great warranty.