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ProblemsByVin File / 2022-HYUNDAI-SANTA-FE
2022 · hyundai

hyundai Santa Fe problems

4 safety recalls. 174 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.8 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
50 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
engine
22 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
19 reports · avg $850
severe
cruise control
10 reports · avg $600
moderate
visibility
5 reports · avg $350
moderate
body
4 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
brakes
4 reports · avg $450
severe
fuel system
4 reports · avg $1,200
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 Santa Fe · tires
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that since purchasing the vehicle, the horn was inoperable. Additionally, the TPMS was offering an incorrect reading. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and the contact was informed that nitrogen needed…
12/30/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11499547.0
2022 Santa Fe · powertrain
Three fuel injectors out of four have failed in a year’s time frame. Car shakes, stalls, hesitates, and is dangerous to drive. Waiting for fourth injector to fail.
12/29/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11632972.0
2022 Santa Fe · other
THE CARS HORN HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES IN THE LAST 3 YEARS AND IT STOPPED WORKING AGAIN.THE HORN LAST ABOUT 1 YEAR, THIS IS 2022 SANTA FE,
12/28/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707395.0
2022 Santa Fe · engine
Service engine light is on sine the vehicle has 850 miles. Several attend to repair but still not been repair.
12/28/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11445305.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 4

severe NHTSA 22V197000 28/03/2022

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles

An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall 222.
severe NHTSA 24V879000 21/11/2024

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.
severe NHTSA 21V524000 09/07/2021

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.
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Common questions

Is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 174 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 50 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Hyundai Santa Fe has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 174 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 20 hours ago. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with hyundai. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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