More recall homework
2021 Hyundai Santa Fehas more recalls listed.
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More complaint activity
2022 Hyundai Santa Fehas more complaint records.
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Similar activityOpen investigation counts are similar.
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Similar estimatesfuel-cost estimates are similar.
Short answer: Santa Fe needs more recall homework, Santa Fe has more complaint activity and Santa Fe has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
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| Record | 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 5 | 7 | Santa Fe has 2 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 177 | 158 | Santa Fe has 19 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 7 / 1 / 2 / 0 | 4 / 1 / 2 / 0 | Santa Fe has 3 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 2 | 3 | Santa Fe has 1 more investigations |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 120 | 116 | Santa Fe has 4 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 41 | 56 | Santa Fe has 15 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 12 | 12 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 10 | 6 | Santa Fe has 4 more service campaigns |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | Nov 21, 2024 | Nov 21, 2024 | Similar |
| Latest complaint | May 30, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | Santa Fe has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Similar focus |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 24 combined MPG | 24 combined MPG | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $2,500 | $2,500 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 2 | 2 | Similar |