2018 Model Year

Hyundai Santa Fe

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
104
Recalls
1
Crashes
5
Severe
13

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

18V118000 Feb 2018

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Engine
Feb 2026

Engine Issues: A week ago, on two separate occasions, my Santa Fe cutoff while driving suddenly. A day later, I noticed a rhythmic knocking upon start...

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Nov 2025

Was driving and car turn off on me and wouldn't start I got it towed to Hyundai and they said my engine went out it had oil and everything we don't kn...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE Fire
Nov 2025

In September 2024, my 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe experienced an unexpected engine lock-up while driving, creating an immediate safety hazard. Vehicle lost...

VISIBILITY/WIPER
Oct 2025

Rear reverse camera stopped working. Image became grainy, then flickered, then went to a blue screen. Can't see anything behind the vehicle when bac...

Engine
Sep 2025

Significant oil consumption and engine noise.

STEERING,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 2025

At 118,000 miles Downhill brake, transmission and 4 wheel drive were damaged from the hyundai dealership not fullfilling warranty. They disconnected m...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 2025

The oil pressure switch has a faulty seal causing oil to leak out onto the engine block. This causes oil on the underbody and ground, smoke amd smell...

ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 2025

Q: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? A: Two fuel injectors on bank 2 are failing inte...

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Jun 2025

•Year/Make/Model: 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe •Mileage: ~91,502 •Date Purchased: April 2023 Description of Problem / Safety Concern: I am reporting a safety...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
May 2025

Seems to be having ignition switch problems. Bought a new battery a couple times now thinking that was the problem but car won’t start at times. It wo...

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Data updated: March 4, 2026

Summary

The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe has 104 complaints and 1 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Engine. 5 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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