Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2022 Hyundai Santa FE Plug-In Hybrid
The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has notable recalls mainly related to the camera, fuel system, and seatbelt pretensioners. These should be thoroughly checked before purchase to ensure safety and compliance with federal standards.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Hyundai Santa FE Plug-In Hybrid has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 27 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V879000 Rearview Image May Not Display/ FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V181000 Tow Hitch Harness Fire While Parked or Driving NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V028000 Improperly Molded Fuel Tank May Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V816000 Seat Belt Pretensioners May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V00K000 Illegible Instrument Cluster Display/FMVSS 101 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 7 complaints
- Engine 7 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 6 complaints
- Lane Departure 5 complaints
- Power Train 5 complaints
- Unknown or Other 5 complaints
Of the 27 complaints on file, 2 report a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Rear camera may fail
How to check: Test the rear camera for image display when reversing.
Seatbelt pretensioners may explode
How to check: Verify recall completion for seatbelt pretensioners.
Fuel tank may leak
How to check: Check for fuel odor or wetness under the vehicle.
Tow hitch harness may short
How to check: Inspect tow hitch wiring for water damage signs.
Instrument cluster display issues
How to check: Observe instrument cluster during startup for clarity.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Check instrument cluster for clear display.
Red flag: Display is inverted or unreadable
- 02
Reverse gear
What to check: Ensure rear camera displays correctly on screen.
Red flag: No rear camera image
- 03
City driving
What to check: Listen for unusual noises or odors indicating fuel leak.
Red flag: Fuel smell or persistent noise
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure stable steering and no vibrations.
Red flag: Vehicle feels unstable
- 05
Stopping
What to check: Test brakes for smooth and effective stopping.
Red flag: Brakes feel spongy or noisy
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the rear camera recall been addressed?
- Were the seatbelt pretensioners serviced?
- Is there a history of fuel system repairs?
- Have electrical issues been resolved?
- Any accidents or major repairs?
- Do you have the complete service history?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair documentation
- Vehicle history report
- Service records
- Warranty information
- Title and registration
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Hyundai Santa FE Plug-In Hybrid at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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