2012 Hyundai Santa Fe transmission problems

Filed Dec 11, 2020 · Engine, Transmission · 89,323 miles · NV

My 2012 hyundi santa fe stalled on me as I was approaching a traffic light 3 weeks ago.. Last week my check engine oil light came on my dashboard. I took it to a certified mechanic and he said the problem was a rear crankshaft main bearing seal. He has seen this before regarding hyundai engine problems as well as with the kia brand. I learned that there will be a recall for my car but it will not begin until 1/22/21. My vehicle is not listed with this recall, yet I am having the same problem. I need hyundai to ad my VIN number to this recall list.

Filed Sep 10, 2020 · Transmission · 83,000 miles · NJ

Both cv axle boots torn due to failed lower control arms.

Filed Sep 25, 2019 · Transmission · 36,995 miles · NJ

Car with less than 39,000 miles and proper oil checks and changes: oil leaking from the oil pressure sensing unit. Per auto body shop- multiple hours of labor for fix with hefty cost. How is it that a component to the powertrain with this low of mileage is breaking down?

Filed Mar 20, 2019 · Transmission · 79,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai santa fe. While driving, the transmission downshifted into a lower gear on its own and the vehicle stopped. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and stated that it was still under the 100,000 mile warranty and referred the contact to the dealer. Pohanka hyundai (1770 ritchie station court, capitol heights, md 20743, (240) 788-4240) determined the cause of the failure was not the transmission. The dealer initially found codes related to the ABS speed sensor and stated that there appeared to be an electrical failure with the electronic stability control. The dealer further stated that the ABS modular was activating on its own, which caused the failure. The repairs would cost $2,900 and the dealer stated that it was not covered under the warranty; however, they offered to cover a part of the labor costs. The dealer had the vehicle for over a month and test drove the vehicle. The dealer stated that the failure recurred after all the repairs and concluded that the transmission may be the cause of the failure. The dealer stated that the original warranty would not cover the repairs because the contact's mother passed away; therefore, the original power train warranty was voided. The manufacturer called the dealer and offered to contribute $630 towards the repair. The failure mileage was 79,000.

Filed Feb 4, 2019 · Acceleration, Transmission · 115,492 miles · AR

My car is shaking when the vehicle gets up to around 60 miles an hour.

Filed Jun 27, 2016 · Transmission · 3,000 miles · IN

Since purchase (new), the vehicle has intermittently exhibited a issue with its transmission. When cold (originally in the winter months but now in the warmer months as well), backing the car up and placing it in drive causes a 'hard drop or lock into forward gear after the vehicle has started moving. This has been reported to the dealer and inspection of the computer memory shows no issues. The problem is increasing infrequency and regularity.

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 Sep 30, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 51,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that while attempting to park, the vehicle stalled with no warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000.

Filed Feb 23, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 56,500 miles · PA

While stopped at a red light on an incline, vehicle did not move when gas pedal was pressed. It felt like the car had stalled out but the RPM's were still between 1 and 2. When I pressed harder on the gas the car lurched forward. This has happened several times and is now happening more often, not always on an incline or when temperature or engine is cold. Taking to dealer for repair but told if they can't duplicate they can't do anything about it. I have only owned this car 4 months and want to get rid of it because I'm afraid to drive it now. Not sure if its a problem with the transmission or fuel system but something is definitely not right. Hope it happens for the dealer so it can be fixed.

Filed Jul 16, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 22,650 miles · NY

Highway driving at 55mph, complete and total loss of drive train and engine power, check engine light illuminates. No throttle capability. Engine reduces to idling speed, but transmission stays engaged. Vehicle slows down and driver pulls off road. All electronics appear to work. Gas pedal has no interaction with engine throttle. Required tow off highway to hyundai dealer. Hyundai dealer repaired problem with computer revision update. Tsb unknown.