2012 Hyundai Santa Fe: won't start

Filed Mar 23, 2022 · Engine · UT

Was driving and the engine started making knocking noises and other sounds then started losing power until eventually stalling and the engine stopped and all the dash lights came on. After that the engine would not turn over or start again.

Filed May 11, 2021 · Engine · 96,128 miles · FL

I went grocery shopping on wed april 21,2021 came out tried starting my 2012 hyundai santa fe and it wouldn't start I proceeded to try again and it started making this high pitched noise ,peaked out really loud a puff of smoke came out from underneath my hood and the car was completely dead. I had it towed to my mechanic where he replaced the starter thinking that was the problem which it wasn't he informed me the engine was seized up . I then had the santa fe towed to the hyundai dealership where it was purchased new from the original owner all service from day one has been done at this hyundai dealership we bought this car knowing the service records and history of car we also knew it came with a 10 year 100000 mile drive train warranty. Motor failed at 96128, would of been covered under manufactures drive train warranty if I was original owner I was told. After doing research we have discovered this is a common problem with the hyundai santa fe motors locking up. Service writer advised us to contact hyundai directly which I did my case #18222696 was told someone would call me within 3-5 business days which I haven't heard from anyone.

Filed Mar 30, 2020 · Engine · 119,126 miles · FL

Was driving 65 MPH heading south to key largo. The car started vibrating and knocking. The car began to labor, I was able to pull it off the road before it quit completely. The motor died and wouldn't turn over. The battery appeared fine as radio, lights etc., were still working. There was no indication that the car overheated. I popped the, hood, checked my fluids which all seemed to be fine. I did note some oil on the ground and it appeared to have a drip from above. I towed the car to my mechanic. After looking it over, he told me to tow it to the dealer. I'm at just over 119,000 miles; he felt this may be covered. Upon initial diagnosis, the dealer determined that I have a hole in my engine block and it looks like the rod shot out of the block. The manufacturer said they are willing to pick up 60% of the repair which would leave me with a repair bill over the value of the vehicle. My insurance company did an investigation, today, and determined that the damage was mechanical and noted the crankshaft was broken. Mechanical failure is not covered by my insurance. The 2012 santa fe with the theta ii engines should have been included in the theta ii recall regardless of where it was manufactured. I feel for the hyundai and kia owners who continue to suffer through these continued engine problems making the car worthless.

Filed Jul 9, 2018 · Engine · 100,339 miles · IL

When driving at approximately 40 MPH, the engine seized causing the steering wheel to lock and the brakes became extremely difficult to push in. The vehicle was entering a turn on lake shore drive in chicago il. The vehicle had to be towed off the road and will not start.

Filed Jan 1, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 150,000 miles · TX

I was at a four way-year-old and stop where I had to yield as I was doing the santa fe cut off and I lost all power steering wheel locked up and I couldn't control vehicle turn the key off and then turn the key back on the truck started 20 minutes later the truck would not start it when you return on the antitheft alarm keeps beeping

Filed Aug 27, 2017 · Engine · 80,000 miles · CA

Clicking from engine but does not start crankshaft failed/broken upper oil pan broken due to crankshaft failure while driving there was a clicking sound then it froze up the steering wheel locked and had to pull over on side of road. Tried to restart the radio came on but the engine never started up

Filed Mar 21, 2017 · Engine · FL

2012 hyundai santa fe. Consumer writes in regards to engine problems. *ld the consumer stated that the vehicle stalled with no warning. The vehicle would not start and the shift lock froze. The engine needed to be replaced.

Filed Mar 8, 2016 · Acceleration, Engine · 71,348 miles · CA

All events occurred while vehicle was stationary.began to have a intermittent no start condition around the third week of january 2016. Theta 2.4 engine #165130 would not turn over. A jump start with 2nd vehicle battery supply and jumper cables were needed for engine to run.tested the battery voltage output on santa fe with engine cold 12.65 and engine running 13.96 to 14.02 range all starting and charging components were operating in normal conditions and no check engine or battery indicators illuminating. No signs of engine malfunction was evident. On 01/29/2016 after having two more no starts went ahead and replaced the battery with brand new one. Engine would crank but not start.tested voltage on battery, alternator, starter,ignition and fuel pump relays. Had spark on all coils and fuel. Air filter was new. Felt confident there was no need to check compression as there were no mechanical signs present. At certain times some engine components due wear out so I had a mechanic inspect the engine and asked him to replace the crankshaft sensor. Engine would not turnover after several attempts and he could not determine the cause. On 01/30/2016 connected my obd2 and got a total of 11 codes, p0445,261,267,270,264,448. Five out of first eleven were displayed twice except p0448.I had the car towed to a hyundai authorized service dept on 02/02/2016 the service adviser at frank hyundai advised me his mechanic performed a compression and leak down test and informed me engine had low compression in 3 out of 4 cylinders with active codes p0223 p0445 and p2106.one cylinders was said to be blowing air up towards valve cover.I was told they suspected piston rings or cylinder head was cause of engine failure.had car towed home. After finding blown fuse I was able to start car but shut it down immediately from loud noise coming from valve train rotating assembly.unknown symptoms.

Filed Oct 7, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · UT

Car has stalled while driving three times, all at low speeds. 3/4 tank of gas, no less. Car also won't start at times unless you move shift lever. Car is under warranty and dealer keeps saying nothing wrong. Not starting is very minor. Car stalling in traffic is a major safety issue.