2021 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 2021 Hyundai Santa fe problems
Based on the information provided in the search results, here is a list of common problems reported by owners of the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe:
- Transmission Issues:
- Owners have reported major transmission problems, including the need for rebuilds or replacements, torque converter issues, and premature clutch replacements. Some instances involved the car stopping unexpectedly, requiring lengthy repair times and replacement transmissions.
- Electrical Problems:
- Complaints have been made regarding electrical accessories malfunctioning, in-car electronics issues, and loose ground wires affecting the vehicle's performance. These problems can lead to unexpected failures and safety concerns.
- Engine Troubles:
- Some owners have experienced engine issues, such as louder engine noise indicating faulty transmissions. This has resulted in the need for engine replacements, causing inconvenience and potential safety risks.
- Suspension and Ride Quality:
- The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe model specifically faced challenges with its transmission and suspension system, impacting shifting smoothness and ride quality. Owners reported difficulties with shifting and a rough ride, affecting the overall driving experience.
- General Reliability Concerns:
- Overall, the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has faced reliability issues, with reports of various problems affecting the vehicle's performance, safety, and overall driving experience. These issues range from transmission and engine troubles to electrical malfunctions, highlighting potential concerns for owners.
By addressing these common problems in detail, potential buyers can make informed decisions when considering the purchase of a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe, taking into account the reported issues and potential challenges associated with this vehicle model.
Is 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has a predicted reliability score of 80 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
What is common problem in Hyundai Santa Fe?
Some of the common issues reported by owners, according to RepairPal, include: Transmission Problems. Engine Issues. Suspension Problems.
Does the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe have transmission problems?
Hyundai is recalling 53,142 cars and SUVs from the 2021 and 2022 model years equipped with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission due to concerns that transmission oil pump malfunction could trigger an improper fail-safe model reaction that causes the transmission to disengage.
What years did Hyundai Santa Fe have engine problems?
The engines in the 2012 and 2013 cars had problems that caused them to use a lot of oil and sometimes even break down. Repairs for these issues were often pricey, hurting the image of these models for years. The 2017 model, on the other hand, had problems with its front suspension and engine.
2021 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:
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Electrical system problems
- Forward collision avoidance problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2021 Hyundai Santa fe vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2021 Hyundai Santa fe
The NHTSA has received 131 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2021 Hyundai Santa fe. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2021 Hyundai Santa fe vehicles.
2024-09-14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- VIN: 5NMS4DAL8MH
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I have a problem with the horns on this vehicle. The horns have been replaced by the dealer 5 times so far and they are out again. THE HORNS LAST ABOUT 1 TO 2 MOUNTHS. There is no warning that the horn stopped working, and if it's needed in an emergency to avoid an accident and doesn't work, myself and others could get hurt. This is ongoing problem that should to be addressed.
2024-07-08
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- VIN: KM8S2DA10MU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle failed to respond while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the camshaft sensor needed to be replaced. In addition, the vehicle was repaired several times however, the failure persisted. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.
2024-07-05
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-01
- VIN: 5NMS2DAJ6MH
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitating after a cold start. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over and restart the vehicle. The contact's husband restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle operated as designed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V746000 (Power Train). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 41,122.
2024-07-03
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-03
- VIN: 5NMS14AJ2MH
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted to neutral(N). The contact pulled over to the side of the road and attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to start with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.
2024-06-18
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-06
- VIN: 5NMS5DAL2MH
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I was driving on the freeway and the transmission suddenly went out, causing me to quickly lose speed. The car was on, my foot was on the gas, but I wasn't moving forward. I maneuvered to the side of the road as best I could, with a semi on my tail and almost rear-ending me. I put the car in park, then in reverse and again in drive, put my foot on the gas, and still no movement. I turned the car off, and back on, and it worked fine. I had the car towed to the dealership where they stated they could not recreate the incident, and that no codes had been alerted. At my request, they also checked to make sure the system that records codes was working and I was told it was fine. The dealership couldn't help me. I am fearful of driving this vehicle, especially on the freeway as this could happen again at any time, putting myself and others in danger.
2024-06-03
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-18
- VIN: 5NMS3DAJ2MH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The fuel door release button on my SUV has stopped working. It is a press and spring opening fuel door. While trying to get gas, it would not open, prohibiting me from putting gas in my car. (May 18, 2024) I went to the dealer on a Saturday in an emergency instance and while in the lane, because the shop had no openings, the technician had to remove the inside trunk panel and other trunk parts to separate the fuel door compartment from the car to get the fuel door open. He put tape over the door engaging mechanism, so it would not engage and become stuck closed again. There is no inside car release button for my model. Also, there was no indication in the health stats in the My Hyundai mobile app. I scheduled a service appt for the following Friday and received the notice that the part (fuel door release button) was on backorder with no ETA. (May 24, 2024). While speaking with the Service Agent, she mentioned that another 2 customers had this fuel door problem. (no details). This poses a problem for me because I have been driving with my fuel door open. Someone could tamper with my very expense SUV by breaking my fuel door completely off, chiffon my gas out, or putting something in my gas tank.
2024-05-23
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-23
- VIN: 5NMS14AJ2MH
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: When I press the pedal to acelérate it has no power to move on drive or reverse and other problem power off when I drive on the road.
2024-05-15
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-01
- VIN: 5NMS6DAJ6MH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Vehicle horn continues to stop working. Problem occurred within a month of purchase. I have had it repaired 3 times, and each time it has been repaired it works for only a few days and then stops working. I am tired of paying to have it fixed, only to work a few days. It has been a safety concern as I have not been able to alert pedestrians, other vehicles, or animals to my presence. Having a working horn is a required safety feature for my employment and driving on company property.
2024-04-01
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-15
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5NMS2DAJ9MH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: On two different occasions the car is rolled away from me and while I was out of the car and walking away from the vehicle. The first time it rolled backwards across the parking lot and into a flagpole and the second time it was a McDonald's parking lot and I was able to jump back in the car in time but it started to roll forward as I was bending down to get my debit card off the ground.
2024-03-26
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-05
- VIN: 5NMS2DAJ9MH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: My sante fe has shifted out of park and rolled away from me on 2 occasions. The first time I was about 30 feet away when my son and husband started screaming for me. The car we rolling across the parking lot. I tried to jump in and hit the brake but was unsuccessful and we slammed into a flag pole. The dealer ran a code reader on it and there was no codes so they denied responsibility. Basically called me a liar [XXX] it happened again In McDonald's drive thru The window lady witnessed it. I got out to.get my debit card and as I was leaning down the car rolled out of park snd started coasting away from me. I again, contacted my Hyundai who assigned another case manager. This case manager promised to reimburse me for a rental I paid for the first time the car rolled away from me. The case worker had told me she set up an appointment at another local dealer and they would have a rental waiting on me the next morning I asked her to call amd confirm the appt and rental and to call me back Never heard from her again After numerous calls and emails I recieved an email stating she could no longer assist me since I had obtained legal counsel. Complete lie I never informed them that I had retained counsel. I merely asked if I needed one. . This was their way of brushing me off for the 2nd time Myhyundai has record of me calling trying to gather a resolution at least 30 xs. I have contacted the attorney general's office who reached out to my dealer and my dealer told them they followed protocol and found no issue that would be a warranty issue Of course they aren't wanting to admit that this is issue because this one case could cost millions in recalls. Now there are more and more people that have had the same experience and I fear there will be death before this is addressed. Please help !! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-03-19
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-18
- VIN: 5NMS4DAL7MH
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The Automatic Emergency Braking system activated without there being any vehicle in front.This was on a highway at 60 mph. It lightly braked for a couple of seconds with the warning light flashing and beeping as well.There was no prior indication prior. I will be taking vehicle to dealer.
2024-03-14
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-27
- VIN: 5NMS24AJXMH
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving at various speeds with an occupant in the passenger’s side front seat, the air bag light off message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that a software update was needed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. After driving the vehicle, the air bag off light message was displayed. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that an unknown module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer informed the contact to remove the cushion. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, Coconut Creek Hyundai. Coconut Creek Hyundai Service informed the contact that the system failed to recognize the occupant due to a cushion in the seat. The dealer informed the contact to replace the cushion with another cushion. The manufacturer was contacted, and opened a case, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.
2024-03-08
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-26
- VIN: 5NMS14AJXMH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving and must stop due to traffic light, stop sign or intersection and the auto start is on as soon I lift the foot foot from the brake pedal to continue driving the vehicle stumble and it completely stop the engine while the vehicle transmission is still in drive. In order to start again I have to switch transmission to park and turn key ignition switch to start vehicle, it start again and I can continue. While driving and must stop due to traffic light, stop sign or intersection and the auto start is on as soon as I lift the foot from the brake pedal to continue driving the vehicle stumble and it completely stop the engine while the vehicle transmission is still in drive. When I take the vehicle to the dealership the Service writer writes on the computer but they do not allow me to see a copy of what I am reporting. I like my vehicle, I just want it to be fixed and me and my two daughters be safe when needed after a mandatory stop due to traffic signs, intersection driving through or any other emergency stop and go due tragic and or road condition.
2024-02-22
ENGINE,BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-09
- VIN: 5NMS34AJ2MH
- Components: ENGINE,BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic signal, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. Additionally, the contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R) the back over protection camera screen was black. The contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, the reverse image screen operated as needed. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.
2024-02-14
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-14
- VIN: 5NMS5DALXMH
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: The driver side seat belt crosses at my neck. I have adjusted it as much as it will adjust and it still cuts into my neck. I am very concerned that if I am in an accident it will choke me or even decapitate me. In addition it is very uncomfortable but I am mostly concerned about the safety issue. I have not brought the issue to the dealer and I am unaware of any actual instances of injury happening. I assume you have access to that information.
2024-01-09
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-29
- VIN: KM8S5DA16MU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to exceed 40 MPH. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times while driving. The contact stated that on several occasions, the vehicle lost motive power. A message indicating that there was no power was displayed, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, a red Hybrid warning light with a stop safely message was displayed. The contact stated that the Hyundai App displayed the Power Train and Chassis indicated the contact needed to schedule a service. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined the vehicle had either bad fuel or the vehicle was refueled while the engine was running. Additionally, the gas cap was left open. The contact stated that the failure persisted, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times. The dealer replaced the rocker cover gasket and oil gasket to resolve a leak. The vehicle was at the local dealer awaiting Field Technical Engineer inspection. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number 22V746000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 31,000.
2024-01-04
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-02
- VIN: KM8S2DA16MU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled. The contact was able restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to exceed 30 MPH. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times while driving. The contact stated that on several occasions, the vehicle failed to restart, and the vehicle was towed. A message indicating that there was no power was displayed, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the intake valve had failed. Additionally, an unknown recall repair was performed on the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure persisted, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000.
2023-12-29
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-24
- VIN: 5NMS5DAL1MH
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owned a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated received notification of Hyundai Recall Campaign Number: 236, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the 8-speed dual clutch transmissions (DCT) TCU software update was performed. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle shut off temporarily and almost came to a complete stop. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was stated that he continued driving the vehicle. The dealer was notified of the failure and scheduled an appointment for a diagnostic test; however, the contact decided to trade the vehicle due to safety concerns. The vehicle was traded for another vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,600.
2023-12-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-20
- VIN: 5NMS1DAJ6MH
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: This vehicle has to replace car horn 3 time unsafe to drive this vehicle have opened repair . Unable to get load . have to Walt for service day .this vehicle have only 14000 mile I am disable person.
2023-10-04
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-13
- VIN: 5NMS5DAL3MH
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission goes out of gear while driving. It was taken to Hyundai for inspection 5 times. Goes out of gear when driving. Making a turn at a light, the car stopped in the intersection, I could have been hit by another car. Car was taken in for a transmission recall on 02/07/2023, ever since they reset the transmission, the car goes out of gear again. It didn’t happen before recall and computer reset. The car has been back to the Hyundai dealer on at least 5 times and has been there for a full week now. They still have the car. The dealership said they can’t reproduce the problem. No warning lights when taken for recall, however, transmission warning light came on the last 2 times taken to the dealership.
2023-09-29
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-22
- VIN: 5NMS24AJ5MH
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V746000 (Power Train) and linked the recall to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under the recall or warranty. A case was filed, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
2023-09-23
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-14
- VIN: 5NMS2DAJ9MH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: April 2022 My 2020 one, Honda Santa Fe started rolling backwards in rolling to a flagpole as I was walking away from the car. I tried to to catch up with the car. It had my family inside screaming. But I was unable to stop it from slimming into the fireplace. I let Hyundaiusa know. They recommended that I take the car to the dealer. They promised to reimburse me for rental car after the diagnostic came back. they found nothing wrong with the car and never paid for the reimbursement Now September 2023. Same thing just happened again. I was in McDonald's drive through and I drop my debit card so I got out to get my debit card. I got out of the car and had to close the door and as I bend down at sensed the car start starting to pull away. The car once again started running away for me. I was outside the vehicle, but I was able to jump in the car and apply the brake before it slammed into McDonald's. I have made a police report. And I have a witness from McDonald's That saw the incident. I had already reached out to the attorney General's office About the first time the car rolled away from me in April 2022. They claim that my Hyundai found nothing wrong with the diagnostics. There was no argument I can make except for Being called a liar. The mechanic did a little demonstration showing us how the safety mechanism in the Santa Fe makes it impossible for the car to roll out of park if the doors open or. How it's impossible. Even if the door is open, it shifts back to park. If you hit the drive button with the doors open It automatically shifts to park. .. So there's supposed to be "no way. The car can shift out of park into drive or neutral." It rolled away in 2022 April, and it did it again September 2023.
2023-09-14
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-13
- VIN: 5NMS2DAJ6MH
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: During low speeds the car stalls out which could cause a safety issue for my family
2023-08-23
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-12
- VIN: 5NMS4DAL1MH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The panoramic sunroof which is made of tempered glass is a large piece above the back passenger. There is also a small piece above the windshield. The sunroof sits in between these two pieces (not made of tempered glass). I noticed a crackling sound driving my daughter to day care on Friday August 11. I couldn’t figure out what it was. The next day I was on the highway, my husband driving our car and my toddler in the back when there was a loud pop like a gunshot. We pulled over assessed the car and realized the panoramic roof was shattering. We drove it home and realized the front piece above the windshield was also shattering and there was no impact. I googled this and apparently it’s happening to a lot of people and the dealerships aren’t helping saying it’s not a manufacture defect when in fact it is. There was no impact that caused this. Anyone else would have lost control of the car and crashed hearing that loud pop or if the shade was open we could have had glass showering down on us. This is unacceptable if anyone would have mentioned this would happen I would have never bought this vehicle. I filed a claim and State Farm paid the claim to have it replaced but this car is only 2 years old and it should be under warranty and this is a definite defect. Please google panoramic roof shattering and see what comes up. I don’t think enough people have reported this although some people have commented that they have so I’m not sure if this is currently under investigation. If not please help
2023-08-22
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-22
- VIN: 5NMS24AJ9MH
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I have been having problems with the vehicle. Apparently it has problems with the start-stop system ; the car turns off even while driving , sometimes it turns on and off by itself while driving . Took it to the dealer and unfortunately this continues to happen. It worries me because while driving on the expressway it turned off and then on by itself leaving me without control of the vehicle for a few seconds . Another incident was in a drive thru, it turned off completely ; i hit the breaks but everything got locked / hard making me hit the yellow pole of the drive thru . Very upset with this vehicle another issue is the Ac stopped working only with 26k Miles. Still waiting for the appointment it’s been 2 weeks and no one solves this issue. My lease is also over but i want to let everyone know this is not vehicle for you. I do not recommend.
2021 Hyundai Santa fe recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 2021 Hyundai Santa fe.
2023-03-17
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: TRAILER HITCHES
- Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
- Consequence: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.
2022-10-06
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
- Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
2021-12-28
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
- Consequence: A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
2021-07-09
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
- Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.
2021-05-03
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Santa Fe vehicles equipped with 2.5-litre Turbo engines. The fuel pipe connecting the high pressure fuel pump to the fuel rail may not have been tightened properly.
- Consequence: An insufficiently tightened fuel pipe may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers inspected and tightened the fuel pipe connection, free of charge. The affected vehicles have been repaired and therefore no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 206.
2021-03-17
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Components: AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
- Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Santa Fe vehicles. The Occupant Detection System (ODS) module may not deactivate the air bag upon detection of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.
- Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ODS module, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied as of May 12, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 202.
Negative 2021 Hyundai Santa fe car reviews
Positive 2021 Hyundai Santa fe car reviews
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What are my biggest gripes? The center front seat armrest does not come forward enough to enable the driver to hold on to the wheel while placing one's arm on the rest. From an aesthetic point of view, the car should have had dual exhausts. However, I must say that I am thoroughly impressed with the performance of the auto transmission. It snaps through the 8 gears like I was shifting it myself. My previous car was a 6-speed Audi Q5, and there is no comparison. The Hyundai performs better and smoother, hands down. The 2.5 turbo performs exceptionally well, thanks in large part to its strong torque of over 300 Ft/lbs. The seats are comfy, with excellent rear seat space, and the car is loaded with amenities. Furthermore, I decided on this vehicle over the Mazda CX9 because of its superior engine performance, more up-to-date transmission, panoramic sunroof, and lack of a third row of seats, all for about 4 grand less. I would highly recommend it.
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It's a lot of features to get used to, but it's smooth and just a blast to drive.
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Let's take it for a drive!
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The SEL model you purchased has a lot of safety features and extras. I'm glad to hear that you were surprised at all the features it has to offer. It also has good pick up, is very quiet, and provides a smooth riding experience. Although you just purchased it yesterday, the dealership data suggests that you should get 25 miles per gallon locally and 28 miles per gallon on the highway. I hope you enjoy your new car!
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I have always been a Subaru enthusiast, having owned 11 of them in the past. However, when I purchased a MB 300 glc, I found that it was too small to carry all my gear. So, I decided to explore other options and ended up buying a fully loaded Santa Fe sel. It turned out to be a great decision as this SUV has fantastic options. The ride is smooth and dreamy, with a good driver's view and tons of room for my dog, Yeti, and all the other stuff my wife has to take back and forth to Florida. At a price that is 10 grand less than the glc 300, this SUV is a real bargain and, in my opinion, a much nicer vehicle. My only regret is that I didn't buy the limited version.
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2021/2022 issues? | Hyundai Forums
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Apr 20, 2023 ... Problems found on the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe include loose exterior trim pieces, cracked windshields, along with some rare reports of ...
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Reliability - Consumer Reports
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/santa-fe/2021/reliability/
Owner Reported Trouble Spots · Transmission Major · Electrical Accessories · In-car Electronics · Exhaust · Fuel System/Emissions · Paint And Trim · Engine ...
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Problems | Kelley Blue Book
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How reliable is the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe? See the most common repairs performed and learn if your vehicle is at risk for major repairs in the next 12 ...
reliability concerns : r/HyundaiSantaFe
https://www.reddit.com/r/HyundaiSantaFe/comments/z6w80l/reliability_concerns/
Nov 28, 2022 ... Own a 2021 Santa Fe Hybrid Sel Premium. Nearly 20k miles in so far with absolutely no problems. Averaging over 36 MPG. As an ex BMW owner, I can ...
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Theo Huels 2024-09-13
I purchased the car out of necessity, without doing much research. However, I was pleasantly surprised by the abundance of technology it had to offer. The hands-free tailgate and adaptive cruise control were particularly convenient features. Although the wireless charger stopped working after two days, the wireless Apple CarPlay was a neat addition. Unfortunately, the build quality of the car left much to be desired. The outside handles became loose and the door panels would squeak and rattle over bumps. Additionally, the passenger seat was too low and caused discomfort during long drives. My children also complained about the car being too hot. Overall, I would not recommend this car. If you are in the market for a similar size car, I would suggest considering other options.
Evert Nicolas 2024-07-01
I purchased a brand new Hyundai Santa Fe 2021 a few months ago and unfortunately, I have experienced some issues. Since I've had it, I've had some trouble with the rear view camera flickering on and off, even after shifting the gear back into D. Additionally, there have been a few instances where the vehicle would not unlock the doors by pressing the unlock button on the key FOB, but I was able to open the car using my blue link app. During a stop at a red light, the ISG system started cycling the engine on/off endlessly until I shut off the car in the middle of the road. There was also an occurrence where the car would not go above 10 MPH no matter how much the gas pedal was pressed. Lastly, my AC stopped working a few days ago and I will be taking it in to the dealer soon to get it fixed. I hope my experience can help others make an informed decision when purchasing a Hyundai vehicle.
Devan Wintheiser 2024-06-19
I purchased my '21 Santa Fe on May 3rd, 2021, and unfortunately, the windshield cracked while driving in traffic just three weeks and 600 miles later. Despite having purchased an insurance policy for windshields and key replacement, which was advocated for by the dealership's finance department at a cost of $733, the windshield has been on order from a nationally recognized windshield repair shop since early June, and recently has gone on nationwide backlog with no estimated delivery date. I have reported my concerns twice to Hyundai customer service, but unfortunately, no action has been taken yet. Although I have found some reports of similar issues with Hyundai windshields, I still enjoy driving this vehicle. As a loyal Hyundai customer, having purchased three consecutive new Hyundai vehicles, I hope that this issue can be resolved soon.
Cristobal Turcotte 2024-04-22
My 2021 car has less than 5,000 miles on it, but unfortunately, the battery has died twice in the last two months. Despite being under warranty, the dealer has not replaced the battery and has given me unsatisfactory excuses. As a result, I am hesitant to drive the car far from home. I am considering replacing this car with a more reliable one, as I cannot compromise on safety and dependability. I believe that my experience with this car is not reflective of the quality of Hyundai vehicles in general.
Coleman Lindgren 2024-02-11
I purchased a Santa Fe 2021 Preferred and experienced a metal knocking sound from the first day. Despite numerous complaints and follow-ups with the dealership, they were only able to eliminate the noise by twinning the suspension, which unfortunately resulted in a very stiff ride. It appears that there are design issues with their new suspension.