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    Hyundai Santa Fe

    EPA MPG: 24 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    The 2023 Santa Fe has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.

    The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe has been recalled 2 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 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    In-car Electronics

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

    What Owners Say

    Android Auto

    "Wired connection is slow and doesn't always connect or work"

    Anonymous, NJ (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Apple CarPlay

    "Wired connection is slow, difficult to use, and disconnects often"

    Anonymous, NJ (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Backup or other camera/sensors

    "Sometimes when in heavy stop and go traffic the front parking camera comes on and indicates we are to close to the car in front."

    Anonymous, NY (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Display screen goes blank

    ""The screen goes blank several times per drive. It's not the android auto because the streaming music continues to play. When it goes blank, the voice command and gps both stop working. The dealership has looked at it and said nothing is wrong. I'm going to take it back in again this week.""

    Anonymous A., CA (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
    Other in-car electronics problem

    "Wireless charging quit working"

    Anonymous A., OK (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
    Phone pairing (e.g., Bluetooth)

    "This has been happening since we got the suv. The phone never pairs with the car. I have tried everything suggested in order for it to pair and it never does"

    Anonymous, NY (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy Unsure)
    Radio

    ""Radio stopped working took to Hyundai they reset worked for a day then failed again, took it back and they replaced the radio under warranty.""

    Anonymous, SK (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Voice control commands

    ""The voice command states "oops, something went wrong" two or three times before it will work. It is very frustrating.""

    Anonymous A., CA (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    "The voice command button has never worked"

    Anonymous, NY (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy Unsure)

    Transmission Major

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

    What Owners Say

    Transmission rebuild or replacement

    "Repairs not started yet"

    Anonymous, CO (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Vehicle started shifting erratically and transmission fault codes displayed. We were on vacation in Colorado and took to two different dealerships. The second dealership replaced the transmission per Hyundais instructions but were unable to get it to work properly. After the car was at the dealership for two months, we had to return home without the car. We filed a complaint through BBB and Hyundai bought back the vehicle."

    Anonymous, TX (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "11300 miles the transmission started skipping and failed due to the transmission oil pump. The whole transmission was replaced at their cost of $13000. Problem was resolved."

    Anonymous, NC (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Had check engine light with a code that indicated internal transmission part failure. Dealer replaced transmission under original warranty."

    Anonymous, TX (2023 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

    "The intermittent windshield wipers never worked."

    Anonymous, CA (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    "No run flat tires. No spare, road spare, or jack. If the tire fails, there's an emergency seal/air refill bottle which only works on a small puncture. Otherwise... you need to have the car towed."

    Anonymous, SC (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    ""All dash lights flashed, followed by loss of power to drive train. Eventually cleared itself up before I was able to get it to a dealer.""

    Anonymous A., ON (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Car died multiple times while using the Auto stop/restart in traffic - towed multiple times. Never diagnosed."

    Anonymous, CT (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Unsure 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Transmission Minor

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

    What Owners Say

    Rough shifting

    "It hesitates and or jerks when changing gears when slowing down or speeding up. I took it to the dealer and they said nothing is wrong with it and they did nothing."

    Anonymous, IL (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Slipping transmission

    ""At 11300 miles it started slipping and we immediately contacted dealership. We took it in within the week and they found the problem. It took them 2 weeks to repair. The dealership did not tighten the driver side front wheel lug nuts, 1 fell off and all the others was loose! We got to a car repair shop just in time because the mechanic almost couldn't stop the car after a short test drive. It was repaired and reported to the dealership!""

    Anonymous, NC (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    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

    ""One fuel injector failed, dealer replace all 4 under warranty""

    Anonymous, WI (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Fuel injector failed and parts not available for 2 months."

    Anonymous, MI (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Paint/Trim

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

    What Owners Say

    Loose interior trim or moldings

    "Trim piece above mirror falls off. Dealership replaced with a new one but it didn't fix it. I finally used adhesive to fix it."

    Anonymous A., TX (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

    "Paint chipping around the trunk"

    Anonymous, MA (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    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.

    What Owners Say

    Seat controls - power

    "Both seat position switch and seat memory function. Moment stalls moving forward and back. Seat position memory doesnt not return to previous position or move to correct position when memory switch 1 or 2 is selected."

    Anonymous A., GA (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    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

    12V battery

    ""Battery failed in six months, but we had to leave the car with the dealer twice, for a total of 9 days before they replaced it""

    Anonymous, NM (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Noises/Leaks

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

    What Owners Say

    Squeaks or rattles

    ""Has a rattle in dash on drivers side. Dealer tried to fix shortly after I got the car but still have it. They have car in shop for a day, so very inconvenient.""

    Anonymous, AZ (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Cooling

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

    What Owners Say

    Thermostat

    "Check engine light indicates issues with a cooling system part. Car will be in the shop (recommended not to drive) for at least 2 weeks."

    Anonymous, NV (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Unsure 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

    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.

    What Owners Say

    Shocks or struts

    "Leaking strut caused poor handling and poor grip to road over bumps. Safety issue."

    Anonymous, MD (2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Major

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

    Climate System

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

    Brakes

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

    Engine Minor

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

    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.

    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.

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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
    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
    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
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