More recall homework
2024 Hyundai Santa Fehas more recalls listed.
Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
has more recalls listed.
has more complaint records.
Open investigation counts are similar.
fuel-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.
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 5 | 7 | Santa Fe has 2 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 111 | 119 | Santa Fe has 8 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 5 / 0 / 3 / 0 | 8 / 0 / 5 / 0 | Santa Fe has 5 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 37 | 41 | Santa Fe has 4 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 7 | 31 | Santa Fe has 24 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 2 | 2 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 24 | 23 | Santa Fe has 1 more service campaigns |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | Apr 6, 2026 | Apr 6, 2026 | Similar |
| Latest complaint | May 28, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | Santa Fe has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 23 combined MPG | 23 combined MPG | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $2,600 | $2,600 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 2 | 2 | Similar |