We received a recall letter for the santa fe sports NHTSA campaign number 13v-355. We called our service office (universal Hyundai orlando). They were not very helpful. 1) the part is on back order and they have no idea when it will be available 2) when the part comes in it will take at least 4 hours to replace and we will have to leave the car with hem. 3) we live about 15 miles from the…
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe wheels problems
severe 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $400 · see wheels across all vehicles →
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$400
1crash
1fire
What stands out
Of the 4 model years of Hyundai Santa Fe we track for wheels problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 6.
No new NHTSA wheels complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 12 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the wheels problem on the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe?
It's a meaningful issue. 6 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $400.
At what mileage does the wheels typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, wheels issues most often appear around 55,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $400 for wheels repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to wheels?
No active recalls currently cover wheels issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Hyundai/Santa Fe.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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