One problem related to frame rust has been reported for the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe based on all problems reported for the 2005 Santa Fe.
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the frame was rusted and could potentially fracture. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the vehicle could fail an inspection due to the frame needing to be re-welded. The dealer (tarbox Hyundai, 3665 quaker ln, north kingstown, ri 02852, (401) 826-1500) was contacted. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was excluded from NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v435000 (suspension) and 09v123000 (suspension). The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.
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| Frame Rust problems | |
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