Hyundai Santa Fe Sport years to avoid
No model year of the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Hyundai Santa Fe Sport years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Hyundai Santa Fe Sport problems
All model years combined.
- Engine748
- Brakes206
- Transmission94
- Electrical92
- Fuel system90
- Acceleration50
- Body31
- Driver assistance29
- Airbags29
- Steering25
- Visibility14
- Suspension13
Most reported problems on the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
Engine failure 257Check engine light 234Oil consumption 208Stalling 159Knocking 136Loss of power 81Fire or smoke 81ABS 69
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 56 | 326 | Engine | 60,000 | 4 | 7 | |
| 2017 | 54 | 357 | Engine | 37,000 | 3 | 5 | |
| 2016 | 79 | 72 | Engine | 83,000 | 1 | 4 | Fewest complaints |
| 2015 | 87 | 84 | Engine | 71,000 | 3 | 1 | Fewest complaints |
| 2014 | 75 | 164 | Engine | 70,000 | 5 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2013 | 71 | 204 | Engine | 87,000 | 6 | 1 |
Recalls 11
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- Excessive paint peeling or bubbling of the primer/paint film on the exterior metal body panels: hood,...
- Intermittent airbag warning light and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) may be set
- Peeling or bubbling on metal body panels: hood, fender(s), roof, door(s), quarter panel(s), and tailgate/trunk
- Peeling or bubbling on metal body panels: hood, fender(s), roof, door(s), quarter panel(s), and tailgate/trunk
- Intermittent airbag warning light and DTC(s) B1763 (OCS ECU Defect), and/or B1764 (OCS Mat Defect) may be...
- Certain 2015 – 2018 model year Elantra, 2015 – 2019 model year Sonata, 2017 – 2021 model year Tucson, 2017...
- Excessive paint peeling or bubbling of the primer/paint film on the exterior metal body panels: hood,...
- Description: Certain Hyundai vehicles with exterior white paint may exhibit peeling or bubbling on metal...
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Questions about the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
What years of the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport should you avoid?
No single model year of the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
2016, 2015 and 2014 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (72, 84 and 164).
What is the most common problem with the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
Engine, with 748 complaints across all years, followed by brakes (206) and transmission (94).
How many recalls does the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport have?
11 recalls between 2013 and 2018. The 2013 model year has the most, with 6.
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