Table 1 shows nine common electrical system related problems of the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (35 problems). The second most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (five problems).
Vehicle will suddenly shutdown in the middle of the road. This could easily have caused a crash at any time. Several batteries have been replaced due to alternator not charging the battery. Then the battery has to be jumped for emergencies. I have taken the car in for repairs of the recall twice. Read details...
My 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has stalled more than 4 times while driving since 2010. It loses power without warning rendering the vehicle unsafe and not able to be driven. The first time in 2010 it stopped while on the exit ramp of a highway doing about 50 mph. Read details...
Recently while driving the car seems to hesitate then has a minor acceleration. It seems as if its about to stall but catches and accelerates or increases to original speed. This is concerning especially when it occurs during rush hour traffic. Read details...