Before buying a used 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster, 2012 Santa Fe, 2011-2013 Sonata Hybrid, and 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe 2WD — Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 8.7 L/100 km (27 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) |
| Santa Fe 2WD — Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 9 L/100 km (26 mpg) | 10.7 L/100 km (22 mpg) |
| Santa Fe 2WD — Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 12.4 L/100 km (19 mpg) | 9 L/100 km (26 mpg) | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) |
| Santa Fe 4WD — Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) | 10.7 L/100 km (22 mpg) |
| Santa Fe 4WD — Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) | 10.7 L/100 km (22 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
353 complaints filed with NHTSA (25 involving a crash, 17 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.