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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 23 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 24 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2023 Hyundai Santa Fe

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

2023 Hyundai Santa Fe

may cost less to fuel.

Short answer: Santa Fe needs more recall homework, Santa Fe has more complaint activity, Santa Fe has more severity reports and Santa Fe has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Difference
Total recalls 7 1 Santa Fe has 6 more recalls
Total complaints 119 193 Santa Fe has 74 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 8 / 0 / 5 / 0 10 / 3 / 10 / 0 Santa Fe has 10 more severity reports
Defect investigations 0 0 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 41 61 Santa Fe has 20 more communications
Recall completion reports 31 11 Santa Fe has 20 more reports
Warranty programs 2 12 Santa Fe has 10 more warranty programs
Service campaigns 23 6 Santa Fe has 17 more service campaigns
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Apr 6, 2026 Mar 17, 2023 Santa Fe has newer activity
Latest complaint May 29, 2026 May 28, 2026 Santa Fe has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Power Train
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Electrical System
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Power Train
  • Engine
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 23 combined MPG 24 combined MPG Different
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,600 $2,500 Santa Fe about $100 less
Safety-rating records 2 2 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had power train and unknown or other repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2023 Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had unknown or other and power train repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories

2023 Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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