2024 Hyundai Santa Fe VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2024 Hyundai Santa-FE has good reliability. There are 9 recalls and 109 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Hyundai Santa-FE. Severity signals include 5 crash-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Power Train (28), Unknown Or Other (24), Electrical System (11).
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 2024 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 Train28
- Unknown Or Other24
- Electrical System11
- Forward Collision Avoidance7
- Service Brakes5
- Steering5
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2024 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 transmission for shifting issues and warning lights
- Test brakes for responsiveness and check for pedal travel
- Check windshield for cracks or chips, especially at the edges
- Test driver attention and forward collision systems for false alerts
- Verify infotainment and instrument panel for flickering or blackouts
- Inspect tires for sidewall bulges or irregular wear
2024 Santa-FE recalls (6)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2024 Santa-FE. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 25V808000Nov 21, 2025
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera may not have been installed properly, which can damage the wiring harness and cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the camera wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning January 15, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 288. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 22, 2025.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 25V659000Oct 2, 2025
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Santa Fe vehicles. The B+ positive terminal cover on the starter motor assembly may be improperly installed, which can cause an electrical short during a crash.
Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the starter motor terminal cover, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 22, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 285. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 4, 2025.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITYNHTSA 24V843000Nov 7, 2024
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The overhead console rear sunshade switch knob may not be fully recessed, which can result in unintentional closing of the sunshade. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition and Roof Panel Systems."
Consequence: A sunshade that closes unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the switch knobs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 270.
- AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 24V561000Jul 26, 2024
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Santa Fe and Santa Fe HEV vehicles. The main floor wiring harness may chafe against the passenger-side second-row bench seat assembly and become damaged, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally or prevent the air bags from deploying in a crash.
Consequence: An air bag that deploys unintentionally can increase the risk of an injury. An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the wiring harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 265.
- POWER TRAINNHTSA 24V529000Jul 12, 2024
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Santa Fe vehicles. A software error in the transmission control unit may result in a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in PARK.
Consequence: A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to use the emergency parking brake after parking their vehicles. Hyundai will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update for the transmission control unit. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the dual clutch transmission, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 263.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 24V246000Apr 2, 2024
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Santa Fe vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a trailer parking assist message. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: An obstructed rearview camera image reduces rearward visibility and increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Hyundai will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 31, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 258.
Used-market value
2024 Hyundai Santa-FE resale snapshot
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2024 Hyundai Santa-FE on the road
113,343 2024 Hyundai Santa-FE units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2024 Hyundai Santa-FE stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
With an 80/100 reliability score versus a 78/100 segment average, the 2024 Hyundai Santa-Fe lands slightly above the class norm. That points to generally solid reliability on paper, but not a standout result. The complaint picture isn’t cleanly isolated: while powertrain leads, “unknown or other” is also prominent, and additional reports span electrical, forward collision avoidance, and service brakes. That spread suggests issues are not confined to a single system.
Recall activity is elevated, which increases buyer exposure to corrective campaigns even with an above-average score. Overall, the data indicates slightly above-average reliability with a moderate, not minimal, risk profile.
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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?
With an 80/100 reliability score versus a 78/100 segment average, the 2024 Hyundai Santa-Fe lands slightly above the class norm. That points to generally solid reliability on paper, but not a standout result. The complaint picture isn’t cleanly isolated: while powertrain leads, “unknown or other” is also prominent, and additional reports span electrical, forward collision avoidance, and service brakes. That spread suggests issues are not confined to a single system.
How many recalls does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe have?
6 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe problems?
The most-reported 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe problem areas are: Power Train (28), Unknown Or Other (24), Electrical System (11).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.
