2001 Hyundai Santa Fe fuel system problems

Filed Jul 17, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · AZ

The suv stalls while driving. This has happened multiple time. While driving, driving slow, taking a u turn. The battery, alternator, starter, power steering pump, water pump, rack and pinion, timing belt, serpentine belt, idler pulley, harmonic balancer, front axles, shocks, struts, some sensors, spark plugs/wires, gaskets, and many other parts are replaced in the last year. Don't know what is wrong but it is scary when it stalls suddenly.

Filed May 25, 2020 · Acceleration, Engine · AL

Gas pump problem keeps clicking and I've replace many party but still like its full of gas but I be on empty.car also jerks like I've been rear ended while driving like it has transmission problems and I've replace transmission 2 times. Gears only work manual it's like the car has a mind of its own .also my tire flew off my car on the back and had to take to dealer ship and they was saying it's some problem they can't help .

Filed Oct 21, 2019 · Fuel system · KS

When getting gas, the pump always 'clicks off' when im pumping gas. Does not matter how full. The only way to ensure a full tank is to continue pumping until gas comes out the top of the filler neck. This usually means overriding as many as 50 pump 'click offs'. I have seen other santa fe owners complaining about the same problem obviously this is a manufacturing flaw & needs to be fixed. This method of getting a full tank is not desirable and what's the point of having a 17 gallon gas tank if it takes 45minutes to fill up. Thank you.

Filed Feb 7, 2017 · Fuel system · 150,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai santa fe. The contact noticed a fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. When re-fueling, the fuel leaked out of the fuel tank without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Mar 14, 2016 · Fuel system · 170 miles · TX · fire

V ehicle caugh t on fire in motion claim number 870190.

Filed Oct 8, 2014 · Fuel system, Suspension · 125,000 miles · MT

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai santa fe. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the rear of the vehicle swayed. The contact noticed that the rear end was lower than normal. A certified mechanic stated that the rear-trailing arm and struts were rusted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and repaired. The details of the repair were unknown. The contact also mentioned that the fuel tank was previously replaced due to rust. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.

Filed Jun 24, 2012 · Acceleration, Engine · 113,000 miles · CA

When approaching a stop (<5mph) and braking, the car engages in unintended acceleration. The engine will tach to over 3000 RPM and if you are not hard on the brakes, the car will accelerate. At least one time the car had to be put into neutral and the ignition turned off to keep the car under control.

Filed May 30, 2012 · Fuel system · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that while refueling, fuel leaked from the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic. The mechanic confirmed that the fuel tank tube needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The VIN was unavailable. The failure and current mileages were unknown.

Filed Nov 29, 2010 · Fuel system · 92,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that when the vehicle was parked, he noticed a fuel odor. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the contact was informed that the fuel tank and straps were corroded. The contact called the manufacturer who took a complaint but offered no further assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 92,000.

Filed Mar 25, 2006 · Fuel system · 72,000 miles · MS

2001 hyundai sante fe. When filling the gas tank, there seems to be some sort of venting problem that causes overflow of gasoline down the side of the vehicle. This occurs every time I fill up at any gas station unless I am very careful and fill the tank very very slowly. Even then it sometimes overflows. Basically, it seems as though a pressure is built up within the tank and when the gas pump cuts off, it is too late. The car seems to sort of "vomit" about a cup or so of gas out of the filler hole and down the side of the vehicle and onto the ground. It seems very dangerous to me and scares me. As a result, I always have to fill up very carefully and fill the tank as slowly as possible once it is over about half full. I'm afraid this could result in a fire at the gas station.