The car accelerated while brake pedal was being depressed and would not stop accelerating. Car had to be thrown into neutral and key turned off. All four brakes were burnt up. Thankfully no one was injured nor was there a crash. The repair shop could not find any issue on their diagnostic machine other than the RPM's rising even though brake was being applied. So they know it happened but just don't know why. Called hyundai to document this and their only response was there was no recall and I should take it to a hyundai dealer for diagnostic study. Sure - spend more money with hyundai for them to tell me nothing. This problem needs to be addressed prior to the loss of 30+ lives.
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe fuel system complaints
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The gas gauge on our santa fe stopped working right after filling the tank to full. After driving for about 50 miles or so, the gauge will slowly rise to about 3/4 full but will drop back down if the SUV sits in idle for any time longer than 3 minutes. It will also fluctuate greatly after it hits 1/2 a tank of gas. For example, it will go from having over 1/4 of a tank to showing no gas and the gas light being on after one shut off and restart. The check engine light is consistently on in our vehicle now and I never know how much gas I truly have in my SUV. It now causes me to question the safety and reliability of the vehicle. We have loved our santa fe up until this point and are very disappointed in the large expense to have it fixed when it seems to be trend in the santa fe's that were made around the time of ours. This is now the second issue that we have had with the hyundai brand related to a faulty part that causes an expensive fix. As a mother of a young child and currently expecting our second child, I am now reconsidering sticking with the hyundai brand for future family vehicles. Hyundai needs to make this right or it will certainly cause families like mine to buy another brand going forward.
The fuel gauge started app. 2 weeks ago not registering the proper amount of fuel in the tank, even after numerous times of filling the tank up completly. 3 days ago now the check engine light had come on & would not go out! I made a appt . With the dealer I bought it from for today & was I ever surprised and shocked when the service adviser informed me the cost to replace the fuel sensors in the fuel tank that is causing the check engine light to stay on constantly was normaly about $1,200.00, but they could do it for the price of $811.00!! I had no choice but to go ahead and have the work done due to the check engine light staying on all the time I woukld never get my vehicle through the state inspection. Hyundai motor co. Should be forced to do re-calls on these defective parts that they are aware of!!! & be forced to re-imburse those of us who have had to spend this outracous sum of money to have our vehicles repaire due to there defective parts!!
At start up I noticed that the fuel gauge needle was not registering the correct amount of fuel in the tank. It stayed pegged at zero amount of fuel. Later and no it registers sometime and sometimes it doesn't. Sometimes it registers full with a full tank and then sinks to half a tank and later to zero, hardly indicating the correct amount of fuel.
The gas gauge is not working properly and it seems to be due to the fuel sensor. It constantly fluctuates up and down. It causes the check engine light to be on consistently. This seems to be something that a lot of hyundai customers are dealing with per websites that I have read.
The check engine light came on and the fuel gauge would fluctuate at times but when the light would go off the gauge would work properly. Then the light stayed on all the time and the fuel gauge would work off and on. Now neither one works at all and we have been trying to estimate how much gas we have,but that does not always work out. My husband is disabled and I have to travel a curvy country road at 430 am by myself and just recently I ran out of gas while going to work. My husband was unable to come and get me due to his disability so I sat on the side of the road from 430am to 630am waiting for someone to help me . This is the first hyundai I've ever owned and I was very satisfied until this problem only to find out that many people have complained of the same problem and hyundai has refused to fix the problem. Now there wasn't an accident or injury or even a fatality,by grace of god,but there very well could have been all those things it should not have to come to that.I hope you step up to the plate hyundai and protect your good name while there is time to do so.
Fuel gauge stopped working. Showed empty at all times even when full. Had to always estimate how much gas was left in order not to run out. It was very inconvenient and I had to finally take it to hyundai to have fixed to the tune of $550. I agree there should have been a recall for this problem as it seems there are many others having the same problem.
The fuel gauge began faulty showing empty only to slowly creep up to the correct level of gas. It now shows empty at all times. Full tank, empty tank, makes no difference.
The fuel level sensors began to malfunction as soon as the 30 day warranty from the dealership expired, right around the 60k mile mark in 2012. We began to see that the fuel gage would not indicate whether or not there was any fuel, and the check engine light began to come on, and eventually stay on. We began to have to count miles to ensure we didn't run out of gas and become stranded. I checked online and found a significant amount of complaints for the same issue, yet no recall from hyundai. This year, we need to have a smog check in order to renew our dmv registration. Well, since the check engine light is permanently lit, the car did not pass the smog check. The only reasons listed on the diagnostic test were the 3 fuel level sensor malfunctions: p0463, p0464 and p2068. So, now we are forced to pay an enormous amount of money to fix it in order to successfully complete the registration with the dmv. Not only is the unfair, it is unethical for hyundai to not issue a recall for something that is clearly a manufacturing issue, and nothing to do with the "normal wear and tear" that comes with owning a vehicle. This problem has been continuous since november of 2012 until today, october 24, 2014. If they do not issue a recall, I will be pursuing a lawsuit against hyundai for the reimbursement of the cost to fix this problem.
The fuel sensor on my 2008 santa fe is malfunctioning and not reporting the actual level of fuel in the tank. It is also causing the empty fuel indicator and the check engine light to stay lit all the time, so not only do I have to manually measure my fuel usage by miles driven, I also have no idea of any potential engine problems since that light/warning system has effectively been rendered useless. Hyundai dealerships are currently offering to fix the problem for about $800.00 and have the parts readily on hand since the problem is occurring so frequently now. This appears to be a defect with the earlier santa fe models and considering the potential consequences of accidentally running out of fuel or having an engine problem and not knowing it until it's too late, a recall should be issued.
As is the case with many others filing complaints, we too have the defective fuel level sensor in our 2008 santa fe. It has also resulted in the check engine light being on at all times. The fuel gauge shows an empty tank at all times. We are forced to rely on the trip odometer to know when we need fuel.
Fuel gauge warning light goes on and off regardless of amount of fuel in tank.
Gas gauge would not register the amount of gas in the tank. Reading on this there seems to be a lot of failures on the santa fe around the 72,000 mark.
The fuel gauge started bouncing from full to empty and we keep our tank above half most of the time. We went in to our local dealer and they said it is "normal" for fuel sensors to go out this early. Upon further pressing they said that it is happening on a lot of the santa fe's, but there was no recall at this time. 500-600 dollars to replace the sensors. For now we are just running it while filling up every time and keeping track of our mileage. These need to be recalled and fixed.
Gas gauge fluctuates, and reads empty even when tank is nearly full. Appears to be the common fuel sensor failure that is well-documented on these vehicles. One forum suggested that everyone should report failures to the federal safety agency to apply pressure for a hyundai recall, so add me to the list of frustrated owners.
I see I am not the only one with a fluctuating fuel gauge sensor. I have been having this problem for the past six months. The sensor is always going up and down causing the fuel light to come on as well as well as the ck engine light. The code always indicates it is the fuel gauge sensor that is failing. According to what I have read, this car has two sensors located under the back seats. The dealer said it would cost me around $700.00 to get one repaired, but what's the use if they replace it with another hyundai part that is defective as done to another complaintant on this site. This defect is obiviously a result of manufacturing so why does hyundai delay in getting this issue resolved by doing a recall. This is also the result of hyundai not taking due diligence in making sure they were installing a quality part. So why do we have to pay for their negligence?
Shortly after purchasing my 2008 hyundai santa fe my check engine light came on. I took it to the dealership and they said my fuel sensors to my sending unit needed replaced. Upon doing research I have discovered lots of other people with my same vehicle have had the same problem. What does it take for this part to be recalled? Also after being referred to this website from my local news station I see that my complaint is one of the most common complaints on here also. Why has this sensor not been recalled?
Like many other complaints I have read, the fuel gauge indicated empty when it was full. It would jump erratically from full to empty and in between. Cost over $550 to fix.
Check engine light came on and took the car to the nearest dealership and the mechanic read the codes and said that it was the fuel sensor (fuel level sender). Since then, the fuel gauge continuously moves giving an inaccurate fuel level. I have researched this problem and found out that many others are having the same problem and the hyundai company is not willing to do a recall on the parts affected. What does it take to get a company to recall a defective part?
After filling the gas tank at the pump and then starting the engine, I noticed that the dashboard fuel gauge indicated empty, with the "low fuel" indicator light on. Driving around for 5 miles did nothing to move the needle. After a day or so the gauge slowly worked its way up to register a full tank. This same problem re-occurred several times over 6-8 weeks, making it very difficult to know how much fuel was actually in the gas tank. At one point the "check engine" indicator came on and stayed on for a day and a half before turning off. Upon taking the car to the hyundai dealership and explaining the problem, I was told immediately, before they even inspected the car, exactly what was wrong. The service manager said it was the fuel level sensors and that they've replaced "hundreds"..."it's a common problem with hyundais". Replacing two sensors cost a jolting $650, but I couldn't ignore the safety risk of never knowing when, where, and how I might run out of gas. When I asked why there hasn't been a recall issued, the sales manager said that there has to be a "safety issue" involved.
Check engine light came on and the reading came back as a bad fuel sensor. Sounds like this is a common problem yet hyundai is not willing to recall. Despite trying to keep track of how much gas I have I did once run out in the middle of an intersection and was lucky enough to get to a safe location. Hyundai knew what they were doing when they installed these, there's non point in replacing it without replacing the fuel pump as well. This car has given me more issue than any other car I've owned. First a cylinder misfire which was a bad coil pack, then I had to replace a purge valve and now this. I'm selling it back to the dealership asap.
Was on an interstate with cruise control set to 65 MPH. Was attempting to pass another vehicle, thus depressed the throttle pedal. The throttle stuck wide open. Applied brakes but kept on increasing speed. Depressed throttle pedal several times but no change. Turned cruise control off, no change. Had to pull over, put vehicle in park with brake pressed and turned key off. Waited several minutes then back on, throttle pedal started to respond. Second instance, was accelerating to merge onto interstate from a ramp, had previously had cruise control set to 65 MPH, throttle stuck wide open, again had to pulled over, put the vehicle into park, and turn off ignition . I checked to ensure floor mat was not interfering throttle pedal, it was not. Problem has recurred 4 times now on this vehicle all while trying to accelerate to either pass a vehicle or merge onto an interstate. All times the cruise control had been engaged.
Gas gauge began tiling up and down. Diagnosed as bad fuel sensors, had sensors replaced. Filled tank with gas ,gas gauge showed half tank then few days later showed empty. Vehicle's been parked ever since fearing accident. Scary being on the road not knowing how much fuel remain, had to limp home constantly capping off tank. Went on line to find possible problem and found several hundred drivers with same problem. Called manufacturer to issue a possible recall and not wait till someone get killed or stranded on a dark highway. Please convince hyundai to issue a recall or at least absorb the payment to have this problem fixed.
Fuel gauge began indicating wrong levels of fuel in fuel tanks. The fuel gauge need randomly will swing anywhere between full tank and empty tank over a relatively short period of time. Many times after a cold start the fuel gauge will indicate empty for an extended period of days then all of sudden will start to indicate fuel levels or may oscillate back and forth. Note that hyundai is fully aware of this issue across a number of their auto models and years, but refuses to issue a recall.
The fuel sensor on this vehicle suddenly stopped working. The readings on the fuel would fluctuate wildly from full to empty. This is safety issue due to not knowing how much fuel is in the car and can cause the car to stall out at the highway. I first had a problem with the fuel sensor 2 years ago and hyundai fixed under warranty. The problem has come up again and its not covered under warranty. The problem is caused by a defective fuel sensor. The cost of the repairs is approximately $750. There should be a recall on the fuel sensors.
The fuel level sensor in the tank began to fail, causing the fuel gauge to behave erratically. Fuel levels would swing wildly from full to empty. The cel was thrown, but not until after the erratic behavior was observed. Without a cel to warn of a problem, the driver may think they have fuel when they do not and potentially run out of gas. This would be a serious safety hazard at highway speeds. We've spoken with hyundai and this is not a recall or even a tsb issue, despite the fact that the problem is well documented among owners of this vehicle. The problem is common and this vehicle should be recalled.
The fuel level sensor in the tank began to fail, causing the fuel gauge to behave erratically. Fuel levels would swing wildly from full to empty. The cel was thrown, but not until after the erratic behavior was observed. Without a cel to warn of a problem, the driver may think they have fuel when they do not and potentially run out of gas. This would be a serious safety hazard at highway speeds. We've spoken with hyundai and this is not a recall or even a tsb issue, despite the fact that the problem is well documented among owners of this vehicle. The problem is common and this vehicle should be recalled.
My 2008 gas gauge is not working properly or reading the correct levels of fuel. When I fill the tank up, the low level indicator light illuminates and stays on for several days. The check engine light also illuminates. After several miles of driving (few days), both lights will go off and gas gauge works properly. Around the half tank mark, the indicator light comes back on showing empty and check engine light appears. I've taken the vehicle to dealership and they quoted nearly $800 to fix this problem. Even though they admitted that this is a common occurrence, there is no recall??? This is very dangerous and should be investigated.
I filled up with gas when I left the gas station my gas gauge registered empty and my gas light came on and I just filled the tank with gas. My trip odometer was going crazy could not reset it, then my check engine light came which got me concerned I took it to auto zone they put it on there machine and the code came up for fuel sensor, this seem to be a problem with alot of these santa fe my daughters 2007 santa fe did the same thing cost her 600.00 dollars to have fixed.
6/25/14, on interstate with cruise control at 65mph. Depressed the throttle pedal to pass a vehicle. Throttle stuck wide open. Applied brakes but kept on increasing speed. Depressed throttle pedal several times but no change. Turned cruise control off, no change. Turned key to acc and then back to on but no change. Turned key to acc and waited several seconds then back on. Throttle pedal started to respond. Pulled over and checked if floor mat was jamming throttle pedal. No problem, no jamming. Problem repeated again. Continued to destination and tried cruise control but it would not set. Turned cruise control off. Suv was parked overnight at destination. On return trip throttle and cruise control worked fine. 6/30/14, took SUV to ray brandt hyundai, they found no codes set and could not duplicate the problem. It seems if both the throttle is wide open and the brakes are being applied then a code should be set.this is a major safety problem! The site below documents 3 additional occurrences: http://www.carproblemzoo.com/hyundai/santafe/2008/accelerator-stuck-problems.php.
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