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    Hyundai Santa Fe

    EPA MPG: 24 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 8 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    The 2022 Santa Fe is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.

    The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe has been recalled 8 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
    Common Trouble Spot

    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    What Owners Say

    Other major transmission & clutch problem

    "it wouldn't shift into drive from startup. Only happened once. Did a 70k mile service"

    Anonymous, NC (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Unsure Unsure)
    Transmission rebuild or replacement

    "Car stopped running, engine light was on, had to stop and start again , transmission had to be replaced"

    Anonymous A., CA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy Unsure)

    "Transmission was slipping and had to be replaced at 15k miles"

    Anonymous, CT (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    "started minor problems like initiate drive in second gear, or not shifting on time. Car was inspected and transmission was changed. No hassle. no charge, 2 weeks wait time for the new transmission (but I continued to use the car during that time)."

    Anonymous, 99 (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "A engine light came on about 18 months after owning. Took it in and said needed replacing. Prior to the light coming on, did not notice anything."

    Anonymous, GA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "I experienced power reduction issues, which fell into the recall replacement, which was done. I've had no problems since driving a significant number of miles."

    Anonymous A., TX (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Known Hyundai transmission issue."

    Anonymous, MA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    What Owners Say

    Apple CarPlay

    "At times Apple Car Play does not connect. This may be related to GPS issues and need for update identified previously."

    Anonymous, WA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "The usb port that controls CarPlay had to be replaced"

    Anonymous, GA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    "It is constantly glitching. Apple Car play is a mess in Hyundai. No one takes responsibility over it and Hyundai service department doesnt really know how to service Apple CarPlay problems (but of course not an "Apple" issue)"

    Anonymous, AZ (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Hardware replacement

    "Screen display could not be updated and needed to be replaced."

    Anonymous, CT (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
    In-dash navigation system (GPS)

    "The GPS quit working about 1 month ago and requires an update that I must download and install. Not resolved yet because of time needed to perform."

    Anonymous, WA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Over-the-air software update failed

    "Related to the sporadic software problem. Over the air update almost always fails. Problem has never been satisfactorily solved. Dealership keeps saying they can't address if not duplicated in their possession."

    Anonymous, TX (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

    What Owners Say

    Other engine starting/ignition problem

    "It all had to do with the cylinder head."

    Anonymous A., FL (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Unsure Unsure)

    "The Hyundai 2.5 Turbo has a problem with the GDI direct injectors. THey are obviously parked in a closed position when the car is off so fuel doesn't leak into the cyclinders. From time to time one doesn't unpark at startup. Car cannot be driven. Turning the car off then on again fixes the problem. Check engine light goes on if you try to drive the car with one direct injector parked."

    Anonymous, MA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Spark plugs or wires failure

    ""All spark plugs were determined to be bad at 28,000 miles, by the dealer. All spark plugs replaced under warranty. Other occational problems with parked, direct injectors not unparking at startup. Causes Check Engine light to go on. Have to restart the car to get it to run.""

    Anonymous, MA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    What Owners Say

    Cylinder head

    ""We were traveling for the holidays, and all of a sudden, the car just quit! We ended up having to call Hyundai Road service, and spending the night in a tiny town until we could get it towed to a Hyundai dealer the next day.""

    Anonymous A., FL (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Unsure Unsure)
    Turbo or supercharger

    "Turbo stopped working then it catches up but at lower speeds than it's desired"

    Anonymous, FL (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other/unsure

    "I have locked myself in a couple of times and couldnt get out"

    Anonymous, CA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Unsure Unsure)

    "We don't like the way the dealership handles service . The luggage rack broke and we had to figure out what was causing the noise and fix it."

    Anonymous, OK (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    What Owners Say

    A/C compressor

    ""This was purchased in January 2025, and the first time we tried the air conditioning, in April, it did not work. Im not sure what the diagnosis was, but it was covered under warranty.""

    Anonymous, SK (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Unsure 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Other climate system problem

    "A/C recently stopped working. We are taking to the dealer to fix so we do not have a cause at this time."

    Anonymous A., GA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    Keyless entry

    "A number of times the doors refuse to open even when Im standing next to the drivers side door."

    Anonymous, AB (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Other electrical system problem

    "The back doors do not unlock 50% of the time when car is put in park or motor turner off."

    Anonymous A., FL (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Noises/Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other noises & leaks problem

    "Road noise insulation is very poor. From day One and it cannot be corrected."

    Anonymous A., CA (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    What Owners Say

    Fuel injection system

    "I have had the vehicle in 3 times for an injection problem and it still is not fixed. The last time the problem occurred 3 days after the last repair."

    Anonymous A., FL (2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Suspension/Steering

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    Paint/Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

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    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    BACK OVER PREVENTION
    Nov 21, 2024
    A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    What should you do:
    Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 24V879000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 226118
    TRAILER HITCHES
    Mar 17, 2023
    A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V181000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 584784
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    Jan 25, 2023
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
    Summary:
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The fuel tank may have been improperly molded, which can result in a fuel leak.
    What should you do:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 20, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 240.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V028000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 326
    SEAT BELTS
    Oct 31, 2022
    An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
    Summary:
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 Genesis G80 Electric, 2021-2022 Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
    What should you do:
    Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 238/011G. This recall is an expansion of recall numbers 22V-354 and 22V-458.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 22V816000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 14933
    POWER TRAIN
    Oct 06, 2022
    Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 22V746000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 56148
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
    Mar 28, 2022
    An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
    Summary:
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
    What should you do:
    Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall 222.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 22V197000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 16
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Dec 28, 2021
    An illegible instrument cluster will not show information such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, which can increase the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe HEV and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. The instrument cluster liquid-crystal display (LCD) may invert the image on the screen upon vehicle startup, making the display illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
    What should you do:
    Dealers will replace the instrument cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 217.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 21V00K000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 714
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    Jul 09, 2021
    A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 21V524000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 15752
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