Power Train Related Problems of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe

Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle shudder (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Hyundai Santa Fe


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe

The Power Train problem

The engine seized up on the highway with no warning signs or alerts and lost all power to the vehicle putting family at risk on the highway speed. Mechanic confirmed engine seized and metal debris after draining oil. Oil changes are done on timely basis within 5000 miles.   Read details...

The Vehicle Shudder problem

When I stop at traffic light the car has vibration I can fell it while I step on the break I took it 2 Hyundai they advise me is normal.   Read details...

The Transmission Gear Slipping problem

The car was at a complete stop in a driveway. The car was still running because I was getting out of the car to get the mail. I put the car in park and went to get out of the vehicle. As I got out the vehicle started going in reverse and pulled me underneath the car and the vehicle ran over me.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other Hyundai Santa Fe model year vehicles:



Santa Fe Service Bulletins
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