Owners have reported 5 crashes and 2 injuries to NHTSA for the 2024 Hyundai Santa-FE. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.
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POWER TRAIN
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe frequently report transmission issues, including failures to shift properly, unexpected jerking, and vehicles entering limp mode. Symptoms often include dashboard warnings such as "Transmission System Error" and reduced acceleration, with some vehicles unable to move beyond low speeds. These problems commonly occur within the first few thousand miles, with some reports at as low as 99 miles. Safety implications are significant, with one reported crash involving a vehicle rolling forward unexpectedly and multiple instances of vehicles stalling or losing power in traffic. These patterns suggest potential risks for used car buyers considering this model.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Owners report frequent issues with the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe's driver attention and forward attention warning systems, which trigger false alerts even when drivers are attentive. Complaints describe the systems activating randomly and often, causing distractions and, in some cases, disabling cruise control or threatening to disable the vehicle, especially concerning at highway speeds. Additionally, multiple owners mention problems with windshield fragility, noting frequent cracks and chips from minor impacts, with some experiencing multiple incidents within a year. These issues are often reported within the first year of ownership, with mileage ranging from 13,000 to 23,000 miles. Safety implications include potential loss of vehicle control and increased risk of accidents due to sudden system deactivations and driver distraction.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owners report multiple issues with the electrical systems of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, with digital instrument panels and infotainment screens frequently malfunctioning. Symptoms include flickering screens, panels going completely black, and unresponsive controls, often occurring within the first few thousand miles. Some complaints highlight a sudden loss of speed and power, which could pose safety risks, particularly on highways. Additionally, issues with the hybrid battery connection and melted battery wires are noted, resulting in vehicle immobility and potential hazards. These reports suggest potential reliability concerns for buyers considering a used model.
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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe frequently report issues with the Forward Attention Warning and Driver Attention Alert systems. Common symptoms include false warnings about driver inattention, particularly when wearing sunglasses or in bright sunlight, which can cause the systems to disable adaptive cruise control unexpectedly. These issues often occur during highway driving and can lead to sudden speed reductions or even engine shutdowns, presenting potential safety risks. Complaints are noted across various mileage ranges, including during long-distance travel, and some owners express frustration with the inability to permanently disable these features when using cruise control.
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SERVICE BRAKES
Owners report multiple issues with the brake system of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, with several complaints highlighting brake failure at low speeds, leading to crashes, and in one case, an injury. Common symptoms include the brake pedal traveling to the floor and the vehicle failing to stop as intended, often occurring around 8,000 to 9,500 miles. Additionally, some owners describe problems with warped rotors causing severe shaking, particularly at higher speeds. Safety implications are significant, with reports of crashes and uncontrolled vehicle movement, especially when the brakes fail to engage when the vehicle is in "Park." These issues may pose a risk to both the vehicle occupants and others on the road.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
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STEERING
Owners report issues with the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe's steering, often linked to the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Complaints frequently mention uncommanded steering inputs and the Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) system reactivating without driver input, leading to unpredictable steering behavior. Symptoms include sudden braking, steering swerves, and warnings about driver attention even when hands are on the wheel. These issues are sometimes accompanied by fault codes related to module communication and appear shortly after purchase. Safety implications are significant, with multiple owners describing scenarios where the vehicle unexpectedly decelerates or changes direction, posing a risk of collision, particularly at highway speeds.
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VISIBILITY/WIPER
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe frequently report issues with the wiper system and windshield integrity. Commonly described symptoms include driver’s side wiper blades becoming loose and failing to operate properly during snowy conditions, often leading to entanglement with the passenger wiper. Additionally, multiple owners describe sudden windshield cracks originating from the top edge, sometimes occurring while the vehicle is stationary, and others report windshields shattering from minor impacts with small rocks, even at low mileage. There are also complaints about windshield washer nozzles spraying inadequately, missing the upper and central areas of the windshield, which could impact visibility. These issues present potential safety concerns due to impaired visibility and compromised windshield strength.
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe frequently report issues with the cruise control system. Complaints often describe unintended acceleration when the cruise control is activated, with one owner noting that the vehicle accelerated to a set speed unexpectedly. Another common issue involves the system's camera, which monitors driver attention; some owners report that wearing glasses causes the system to mistakenly disengage the cruise control, leading to sudden deceleration. Additionally, there are reports of the vehicle appearing to slip into neutral at high speeds, necessitating a restart. These issues typically occur at higher mileages, such as around 26,434 miles, and pose potential safety risks due to unexpected changes in vehicle speed.
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ENGINE
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe report issues primarily related to the engine and transmission systems. Common symptoms include a persistent "check engine" light indicating an "active airflap issue," which could potentially lead to overheating, and transmission system errors that severely impact drivability, such as difficulty in changing gears. These issues are reported at low mileages, around 4,000 miles, suggesting early onset problems. Some owners also mention their vehicles exhibiting problems similar to those outlined in a specific recall, though their vehicles are not included in it. While no crashes or loss of control are reported, the inability to drive properly poses a potential safety concern.
Owner complaints2
TIRES
Owners report issues with the factory-supplied tires on the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, specifically involving sidewall bulges that may indicate internal cord separation. Typical symptoms include pronounced bulges on the outer sidewalls, particularly on the front passenger-side tires, and in some cases, the rear tires. Complaints frequently mention tire failures occurring within the first year of ownership, with one report indicating multiple tire replacements within six months. Safety implications are significant, as one owner describes a crash resulting in the vehicle being totaled, allegedly due to a tire failure. These patterns suggest potential risks of sudden air loss or blowouts, which could lead to vehicle instability and loss of control.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
