Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Recalls: Every NHTSA Recall by Model Year
The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has 11 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2013–2018; the most recent is 23V651000 (Sep 22, 2023) for service brakes, covering 2013 models. The 2013 model year has the most, with 6.
Recall repairs are free at Hyundai dealers. This list is model-level, so it can't tell you whether your car is affected or already fixed. For that, check your VIN.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns · Data pulled Nov 7, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
Most Santa Fe Sport recalls involve service brakes (5), air bags (1) and engine (1).
5 campaigns carry a do-not-drive or park-outside warning
- 23V651000 — service brakes (2013): park outside, away from buildings, until repaired
- 22V810000 — service brakes (2018): park outside, away from buildings, until repaired
- 22V056000 — service brakes (2017–2018): park outside, away from buildings, until repaired
- 21V303000 — service brakes (2013–2015): park outside, away from buildings, until repaired
- 20V520000 — service brakes (2013–2015): park outside, away from buildings, until repaired
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recalls by model year
Campaigns that cover each model year. One campaign can cover several years, so it is counted once in every year it covers.
| Model year | Recalls | Main components | Per-year check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 4 | service brakes, air bags, suspension | 2018 Santa Fe Sport recalls |
| 2017 | 3 | service brakes, seat belts, latches, locks & linkages | 2017 Santa Fe Sport recalls |
| 2016 | 1 | latches, locks & linkages | 2016 Santa Fe Sport recalls |
| 2015 | 3 | service brakes, latches, locks & linkages | 2015 Santa Fe Sport recalls |
| 2014 | 5 | service brakes, engine, latches, locks & linkages | 2014 Santa Fe Sport recalls |
| 2013 | 6 | service brakes, engine, latches, locks & linkages | 2013 Santa Fe Sport recalls |
Biggest Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recalls
Ranked by the number of vehicles NHTSA lists for the whole campaign. That total often includes other models.
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013–2014
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013–2017
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2017–2018
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013–2015
All 11 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recalls (newest first)
Sep 22, 202323V651000 PARK OUTSIDEService brakes2013
Component: Service brakes
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013 · about 1,649,478 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
The risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Oct 27, 202222V810000 PARK OUTSIDEService brakes2018
Component: Service brakes
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2018 · about 44,396 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
The risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 237. This recall is an expansion of recall 22V-056.
Feb 3, 202222V056000 PARK OUTSIDEService brakes2017–2018
Component: Service brakes
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2017–2018 · about 357,348 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
The risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.
Apr 28, 202121V303000 PARK OUTSIDEService brakes2013–2015
Component: Service brakes
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013–2015 · about 151,205 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
The risk: An electrical short in the ABS module can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, and inspect and replace the ABS module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 25, 2021. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-520. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 205.
Aug 27, 202020V520000 PARK OUTSIDEService brakes2013–2015
Component: Service brakes
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013–2015 · about 151,205 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
The risk: If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began December 22, 2020. Note: This recall has been superseded by NHTSA Recall 21V-303 and all affected vehicles will now be repaired under 21V-303. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 194.
Dec 28, 201818V934000Engine2013–2014
Component: Engine, fuel system
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013–2014 · about 150,730 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V-568 and 17V-226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's recall number for this recall is 180.
Dec 13, 201717V801000Air bags2018
Component: Air bags (side/window)
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2018 · about 1,209 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
The risk: If the component detaches during deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, if the detached component were to enter the vehicle occupant compartment, there could be an increased risk of occupant injury.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 171.
Sep 20, 201717V577000Suspension2018
Component: Suspension (front, springs, coil springs)
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2018 · about 197 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The front coil springs may have been improperly manufactured and, as a result, may fracture under certain loads while driving.
The risk: If the coil spring fractures, it can puncture the tire, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: All of the affected vehicles are currently unsold on dealer lots. Dealers will replace both front coil springs, free of charge prior to the vehicle's sale. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 167.
Jun 5, 201717V365000Seat belts2017
Component: Seat belts (front, anchorage)
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2017 · about 17,160 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolt for the driver's seat belt anchor might not have been sufficiently tightened during assembly.
The risk: If the bolt was not sufficiently tightened, driver's seat belt may come unanchored in a collision, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will verify that the driver's seatbelt anchor is properly secured, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for the recall is 165.
Jun 5, 201717V358000Latches, locks & linkages2013–2017
Component: Latches, locks & linkages (hood, latch)
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013–2017 · about 437,400 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable may corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
The risk: If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.
Mar 31, 201717V226000Engine & cooling2013–2014
Component: Engine & cooling (engine)
Santa Fe Sport model years: 2013–2014 · about 572,000 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
The risk: Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.
How to check if your Santa Fe Sport has an open recall
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in the free VIN recall check. It queries NHTSA for your exact vehicle, not just the model.
- If a recall is open, call any Hyundai dealer's service department to book the free repair. Bring the recall number from the list above.
- Buying used? Ask the seller for the dealer's recall-completion printout before you pay.
Or browse by year, for example the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recall check.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport have?
11 NHTSA safety recall campaigns cover the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport across model years 2013–2018. A single campaign often spans several model years, so the per-year counts in the table add up to more than 11. The 2013 model year has the most, with 6.
What is the latest Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recall?
23V651000, filed with NHTSA on Sep 22, 2023: service brakes, covering 2013 Santa Fe Sport models. The fix is free at Hyundai dealers.
What is the biggest Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recall?
By vehicles covered, 23V651000 (Sep 22, 2023), a service brakes campaign covering about 1,649,478 vehicles in total. That count is for the whole campaign, which can include other models besides the Santa Fe Sport.
How do I check if my Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has an open recall?
Run your 17-character VIN through a VIN recall check. A model-level list can't tell you whether your car was built in the affected range or has already been repaired. Any Hyundai dealer can also look up the VIN and do the repair.
Are Hyundai recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are done free at franchised Hyundai dealers, whether or not the warranty has expired and wherever you bought the car. Manufacturers must offer a free remedy for vehicles up to 15 years old at the time the recall is filed, and many still repair older ones.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recalls database: every campaign for the HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT, queried by model year through NHTSA's public recalls API (api.nhtsa.gov).
- Affected-vehicle counts are NHTSA's "potential units affected" for the whole campaign, which can include other models.
- Campaigns filed under a separate NHTSA model name (for example a hybrid or heavy-duty variant) are not included here.
- Data pulled Nov 7, 2026. Problem, risk and fix text is NHTSA's own campaign wording.