Hyundai Santa Fe owners have reported 33 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (20 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (9 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Door Latch problems | |
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Tailgate Lock problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems |
The contact filed the complaint on behalf of the contact's mother. The contact owned a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while the contact's mother was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was crashed into by an oncoming vehicle. Read details...
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe sport. The contact stated that while closing the driver's and passenger's front doors, she noticed that the rubber piece covering the metal had deteriorated. The doors failed to lock while inside or outside the vehicle. Read details...
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe sport. While driving, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the hood flew open without warning and cracked the front windshield. The contact was able to move the vehicle off of the road. Read details...
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the tailgate failed to open while using the tailgate handle. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. Read details...
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe sport. The contact stated that the liftgate would not release using the key fob or the gate release button in the vehicle. The contact stated that the liftgate had to be manually opened and closed. No warning lights was illuminated. Read details...