The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe's elevated safety profile includes 6 recall campaigns and 108 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

108

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V2460002024-02-04

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

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."

An obstructed rearview camera image reduces rearward visibility and increases the risk of a crash or injury.

View at NHTSA

24V5290002024-12-07

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

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.

A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.

View at NHTSA

24V5610002024-26-07

AIR BAGS

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.

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.

View at NHTSA

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24V8430002024-07-11

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS

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."

A sunshade that closes unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

25V6590002025-02-10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

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.

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

View at NHTSA

25V8080002025-21-11

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

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."

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe has accumulated 108 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with unknown or other leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Unknown Or Other16

02Power Train16

03Electrical System7

04Tires4

05Visibility/wiper4

108 total across 1 model years (2024–2024)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Hyundai Santa Fe Fuel Economy

22–36mpg combined

19-36city

26-35hwy

$1,200-$2,000/yr

With 5 configurations tested, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe ranges from 22 to 36 MPG combined. That's a 14 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Santa Fe Hybrid FWD - Automatic (AM-S6)

36mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

36 city35 hwy~$1,200/yr7/10 Clean

Santa Fe Hybrid AWD - Automatic (AM-S6)

34mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

35 city34 hwy~$1,300/yr7/10 Clean

Santa Fe FWD - Automatic (AM-S8)

24mpg

2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average

Santa Fe AWD - Automatic (AM-S8)

23mpg

2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

20 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Santa Fe AWD XRT - Automatic (AM-S8)

22mpg

2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe

35States

28%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

3,36612%

FLFlorida

2,5089%

CACalifornia

2,1948%

PAPennsylvania

1,6356%

GAGeorgia

1,4155%

MOMissouri

1,1344%

AZArizona

1,1134%

DEDelaware

1,0394%

NCNorth Carolina

9783%

NYNew York

9423%

ILIllinois

9263%

OHOhio

7232%

DCWashington DC

6952%

NJNew Jersey

6872%

OKOklahoma

6822%

WAWashington

6772%

MDMaryland

6522%

TNTennessee

6032%

MNMinnesota

5782%

INIndiana

5592%

OROregon

5352%

COColorado

5042%

RIRhode Island

4301%

UTUtah

4261%

NH395

VA373

WI369

MI362

AL317

CT316

ID227

MA211

NE204

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2024.

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe a good car to buy?

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe has its strengths and its watch-outs. 6 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report unknown or other as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Yes, 6 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Depending on configuration, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe delivers 22–36 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Out of 108 owner complaints, unknown or other issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2024 compare to other Hyundai Santa Fe years?

Each Hyundai Santa Fe model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Hyundai Santa Fe overview page.