Hyundai Santa Fe owners have reported 2 hybrid propulsion system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common hybrid propulsion system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's hybrid propulsion system (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hybrid Propulsion System problems |
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal with the "check hybrid system - stop safely" message displayed. The contact stated that the hybrid battery charge fell to zero during the failure but would regain enough of a charge upon restart to resume normal operation. The contact initially took the vehicle to a dealer; however, no codes or defects could be found upon inspection. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 8,000.
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph the vehicle started jerking. The contact was driving uphill when the jerking occurred. The vehicle functionality of switching from the electric hybrid mode to the engine failed, and the vehicle shut completely down. The contact was able to glide down the hill safely. The hybrid system warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed failure with the hybrid switching over the engine. The vehicle is currently being repaired now. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 4000.