This page covers 4 recalls, 327 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport.
20–21 mpg combined
11.2–11.8 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Engine complaints dominate the 2017 Santa Fe Sport, making up nearly half of all reports filed for this model year. Owners most often describe issues tied to the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, including excessive oil consumption, knocking noises, and connecting rod bearing failures. A recurring pattern involves the engine entering limp mode, sometimes at highway speeds, accompanied by a blinking check engine light and sudden loss of power. Some owners report metal debris confirmed in the oil, and several describe consuming roughly a liter of oil over a few hundred miles. Brake complaints are the second most-reported system, though at a much lower volume, with owners noting reduced stopping performance and pedal feel concerns. The engine thread, particularly oil consumption leading to internal damage and unexpected power loss at speed, is clearly the dominant story for this model year.
327
Total Complaints
5
Crash-Related
7
Fire-Related
5
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has 4 recalls, the most serious being an ABS module that can develop an electrical short and start an engine compartment fire, whether the vehicle is parked or in motion.
The hood latch cable can corrode and bind, leaving the secondary latch disengaged even when the hood appears closed. If the primary latch is then released, the hood can fly open while driving and block the driver's view. On the restraint side, the bolt anchoring the driver's seatbelt to the vehicle's inner sill may not have been tightened properly during assembly, which means the belt can pull free from its anchor point in a crash and fail to restrain the driver.
At a glance
What can fail
The Anti-Lock Brake System module can malfunction and cause an electrical short in the engine compartment, potentially leading to a fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse as needed at no cost to restore proper brake system function.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolt securing the driver's seat belt anchor to the vehicle's inner sill may not be tightened properly. This could cause the seat belt to detach from its anchor point during a collision.
What the fix does
Dealers will check and verify that the driver's seat belt anchor is properly connected to the vehicle's inner sill structure.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolt securing the driver's seat belt anchor may not have been tightened enough during manufacturing, potentially allowing the anchor to loosen.
What the fix does
Dealers will verify the driver's seat belt anchor is properly secured and tighten it if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The secondary hood latch cable can corrode and stick, leaving the secondary hood latch unlatched even when the hood is closed.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the secondary latch cable at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
