Alternator/generator/regulator problems of the 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe

2003 Hyundai sante fe GLS - drove through a 2 inch deep puddle. Lost power steering, battery light and brake light flashed then a rubber burning smell started. Drove the car for two additional days after the repair shop couldn't find anything. Then driving home from work, airbag light turned on, brake light turned on battery light turned on, all analog instruments failed, tach failed, braking became inconsistent and engine started missing. I drove directly to repair shop, as I made my final turn into the repair shop the power steering failed then the car shutoff. Early report from mechanic is a failed alternator - my third one in the last year. I think I have a larger electrical problem with the car, fans fluctuate in speed for the past couple of years and every time it rains I get flashing brake and battery lights. Losing the power steering twice in three days is a little unsettling. . . ## VIN failed ##.

I took my 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe in to the dealer to replace the alternator. I was told that their is a rust hole a little larger than a golf ball in the cradle where the right front control arm bolts into the cradle. They told me it could be a safety hazard! and I should seriously consider replacing the cradle to the tune of 1700 dollars!.