2022 Hyundai Santa Fe VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2022 Hyundai Santa-FE has good reliability. There are 14 recalls and 223 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Hyundai Santa-FE. Severity signals include 11 crash-related complaints and 1 fire-related complaint. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Power Train (63), Unknown Or Other (33), Engine (27).
Santa-FE reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2022 Hyundai Santa-FE issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Power Train63
- Unknown Or Other33
- Engine27
- Electrical System27
- Vehicle Speed Control11
- Fuel Propulsion System9
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2022 Hyundai Santa-FE
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Inspect for fuel injector misfires and check engine light
- Test transmission for hesitation or failure to accelerate
- Check horn functionality and inspect for water damage
- Verify windshield for cracks or stress fractures
- Test power steering for sudden loss of assist
- Check for software updates related to transmission and safety systems
- Inspect service brakes for unexpected braking or pedal issues
2022 Santa-FE recalls (8)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2022 Santa-FE. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 24V879000Nov 21, 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. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
- TRAILER HITCHESNHTSA 23V181000Mar 17, 2023Park outside until repaired
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Consequence: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.
- POWER TRAINNHTSA 22V746000Oct 6, 2022
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGNHTSA 22V197000Mar 28, 2022
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Consequence: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 21V524000Jul 9, 2021
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
- SEAT BELTSNHTSA 22V816000Oct 31, 2022
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 Genesis G80 Electric, 2021-2022 Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Consequence: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 238/011G. This recall is an expansion of recall numbers 22V-354 and 22V-458.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 21V00K000Dec 28, 2021
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe HEV and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. The instrument cluster liquid-crystal display (LCD) may invert the image on the screen upon vehicle startup, making the display illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Consequence: An illegible instrument cluster will not show information such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 217.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 23V028000Jan 25, 2023
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The fuel tank may have been improperly molded, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 20, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 240.
Used-market value
2022 Hyundai Santa-FE resale snapshot
Listing benchmarks establish a market range; trim, mileage, condition, title history and prior damage determine what one vehicle is worth.
2022 Hyundai Santa-FE on the road
115,226 2022 Hyundai Santa-FE units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2022 Hyundai Santa-FE stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe
With a 75/100 score against a 73/100 segment average, the 2022 Hyundai Santa-Fe lands slightly above the class norm. That points to solid overall reliability rather than standout durability, with buyer risk modestly better than typical for the segment.
Issue reporting is not confined to a single system. Powertrain leads the mix, but engine and electrical-system concerns also register meaningfully, and a notable share falls into “unknown or other,” which reduces clarity about where problems concentrate. Vehicle speed control appears as a smaller, secondary area. Recalls are elevated, indicating more factory-corrected items than a limited-recall year.
Overall, the data supports a moderate risk level that is slightly lower than the segment average.
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2022 Hyundai Santa Fe — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?
With a 75/100 score against a 73/100 segment average, the 2022 Hyundai Santa-Fe lands slightly above the class norm. That points to solid overall reliability rather than standout durability, with buyer risk modestly better than typical for the segment.
How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe have?
8 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe problems?
The most-reported 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe problem areas are: Power Train (63), Unknown Or Other (33), Engine (27).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.