This page covers 4 recalls, 489 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe.
20 mpg combined
11.8 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
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.
The 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe draws complaints heavily concentrated around the engine, which accounts for well over half of all reported issues. Owners commonly describe internal engine failure, often preceded by rough running, loss of power, and persistent or intermittent check engine lights. A recurring theme is that early warning signs, intermittent lights and sluggish acceleration, made diagnosis difficult until the engine had deteriorated significantly. Some owners report complete engine replacement or rebuild, with a portion saying repairs only addressed symptoms temporarily before problems returned. Steering complaints represent the second most-reported system, with owners describing unexpected behavior or loss of assist. A smaller cluster of powertrain complaints rounds out the picture. The engine failure pattern is by far the dominant thread here, with many owners describing situations where the vehicle lost power or ran roughly for an extended period before the underlying problem was confirmed.
489
Total Complaints
16
Crash-Related
30
Fire-Related
14
With Injuries
By System
The 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe has 4 recalls, the most serious including a hood latch cable that can corrode and bind, leaving the secondary latch disengaged so the hood can fly open while driving, and an anti-lock brake control module that can cause an engine compartment fire while the vehicle is parked or in motion.
Two recalls involve the Continental Crosscontact LX tires in P235/65R17 size fitted to certain vehicles. Damaged sidewall cords can cause a bulge, gradual air loss, or sudden tread separation, any of which can lead to a loss of vehicle control. These tire recalls cover the same underlying defect and should be treated as one issue to resolve.
At a glance
What can fail
The Anti-Lock Brake System module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, potentially starting a fire in the engine compartment.
What the fix does
The ABS fuse will be replaced at no cost to restore normal brake system function.
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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 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.
At a glance
What can fail
Certain Continental Crosscontact LX P235/65R17 tires have damaged sidewall ply cords. This can cause a bulge and gradual air loss, leading to vibration and wear. It may progress to tread loss or rapid air pressure loss and tire failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the affected tires before the vehicle is sold.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The P235/65R17 103T Continental Crosscontact LX tires on certain 2014 Santa Fe vehicles may have damaged sidewalls.
What the fix does
Dealers replaced the affected tires with alternative tires. All vehicles were corrected before being sold to customers.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
