Hyundai Santa FE Sport Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1,196 owner complaints and 11 safety recalls on file for the Hyundai Santa FE Sport, across 6 model years (2013–2018). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (356). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Hyundai Santa FE Sport years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Santa FE Sport year: 2017. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 Santa FE Sport: 356 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2018 Santa FE Sport: 323 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2013 Santa FE Sport: 200 complaints, 6 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2016 Santa FE Sport: 70 complaints, 1 recall
- 2015 Santa FE Sport: 83 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2014 Santa FE Sport: 164 complaints, 5 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Hyundai Santa FE Sport problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine problems | 692 | 6 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems | 145 | 6 | 0 |
| Power Train | 94 | 6 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 90 | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 84 | 6 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 58 | 6 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 55 | 6 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 49 | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 29 | 6 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 28 | 6 | 6 |
| Steering | 25 | 6 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 13 | 6 | 0 |
| Suspension | 13 | 5 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Seats | 8 | 3 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Firerelated | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Hyundai Santa FE Sport problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
All Hyundai Santa FE Sport model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Santa FE Sport | 323 | 4 | 5★ | Engine | More complaints than other years |
| 2017 Santa FE Sport | 356 | 3 | 5★ | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2016 Santa FE Sport | 70 | 1 | 5★ | Engine | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2015 Santa FE Sport | 83 | 3 | 5★ | Engine | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2014 Santa FE Sport | 164 | 5 | 5★ | Engine | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2013 Santa FE Sport | 200 | 6 | 5★ | Engine | About as many complaints as other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Santa FE Sport years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2017 (356) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Santa FE Sport year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Hyundai Santa FE Sport?
Engine, with 692 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Santa FE Sport have?
11 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.