Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Engine (57.1% of complaints) — was examined in a now-closed NHTSA investigation that did not result in a recall.
Engine complaints here are 4.9× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
1 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 5 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 193 · 57.1% | Investigation closed | DP22003 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 · 12.1% | Recalled | Recall 22V056000 |
| Power Train | 39 · 11.5% | No official action | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 23 · 6.8% | No official action | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 · 6.5% | No official action | — |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 15 · 4.4% | Investigation closed | DP22003 |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 338 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
NHTSA campaign 17V358000 · 2017 · reported 06/05/2017
If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 17V365000 · 2017 · reported 06/05/2017
If the bolt was not sufficiently tightened, driver's seat belt may come unanchored in a collision, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 22V056000 · 2022 · reported 02/03/2022
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · Park outside · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
“The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH the vehicle hesitated and was running rough while…”NHTSA complaint 11460566 — filed 04/12/2022 · ENGINE
“vehicle is using up all oil very quickly and not sending a warning light. 3 quarts of oil was used before 3000 miles. I had…”NHTSA complaint 11453227 — filed 02/21/2022 · ENGINE
“The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the engine suddenly malfunctioned and the vehicle…”NHTSA complaint 11449226 — filed 01/28/2022 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 193 of 338 NHTSA complaints (57.1%), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (41), power train (39), unspecified/other issues (33). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
338 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 5 involved a crash, 7 involved a fire, and 8 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 17V358000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
1 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page is backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
