The cruise control uses a camera , the is supposed to watch your eyes , to make sure you are watching the road . Unfortunately , if you are wearing glasses ( which I must when I am driving ) the light reflecting off them makes the unit think I am not watching the road . For backround, I was a highway patrol offiger for 30 years . I am very attentive to the road ahead of me . It seems Hyundai…
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe cruise control problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600 · see cruise control across all vehicles →
When does it fail?
Of the 3 cruise control complaints filed for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving behind a trailer at 61 MPH with the cruise control activated, the indicator was activated to switch to the left lane, and the vehicle independently accelerated to the set speed of 68 MPH. The contact immediately depressed the brake pedal to slow down. There was no warning light illuminated. The failure had occurred…
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $600 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, cruise control issues most often appear around 26,434 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 $600 for cruise control 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 cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control 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.