NHTSA vehicle safety data
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has 1 NHTSA recall and 351 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Hyundai dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
ENGINE
NHTSA #20V746000Reported December 1, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer 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 is 198.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.