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Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

Overall rating NHTSA-grounded

Average

Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$10,000

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has a moderate number of recalls and complaints, notably in the electrical system and fuel tank. Despite these issues, these failures appear manageable and typical for hybrids.

Most-common failures

Part Typical mileage Cost range Frequency
instrument cluster5,000–15,000 miles$300–$600common
rearview camera5,000–15,000 miles$200–$400common
fuel tank15,000–30,000 miles$600–$1common
seat belt pretensioner15,000–30,000 miles$200–$500occasional
engine misfire30,000–50,000 miles$400–$1,200occasional

Scheduled maintenance to budget

Routine items every owner should plan for.

  • Oil and filter changes
  • Tire rotations
  • Brake inspections
  • Battery health checks
  • HVAC inspections
  • Coolant level checks
  • Transmission fluid changes

Warning signs to watch for

Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.

  • Warning lights on dashboard
  • Fuel odor in cabin
  • Difficulty shifting gears
  • Unresponsive rearview camera
  • Unusual brake pedal feel

Generated by gpt-4o on 8/23/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.