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 (60.8% of complaints) — was examined in a now-closed NHTSA investigation that did not result in a recall.
Engine complaints here are 5.1× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 192 · 60.8% | Investigation closed | DP22003 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 35 · 11.1% | Recalled | Recall 22V056000 · Recall 22V810000 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 32 · 10.1% | No official action | — |
| Electrical System | 20 · 6.3% | No official action | — |
| Power Train | 17 · 5.4% | No official action | — |
| Service Brakes | 13 · 4.1% | Recalled | Recall 22V056000 · Recall 22V810000 |
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 316 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 17V577000 · 2017 · reported 09/20/2017
If the coil spring fractures, it can puncture the tire, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. 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
NHTSA campaign 17V801000 · 2017 · reported 12/13/2017
If the component detaches during deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, if the detached component were to enter the vehicle occupant compartment, there could be an increased risk of occupant injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 22V810000 · 2022 · reported 10/27/2022
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
“Driving home from work, engine suddenly make loud knocking noise, then the car was unable to accelerate. All lights on dashboard lit up, car turned…”NHTSA complaint 11515231 — filed 04/03/2023 · ENGINE
“The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that…”NHTSA complaint 11514638 — filed 03/30/2023 · ENGINE
“Within the last few weeks my 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV has been experiencing few noticeable issues. 1st my vehicle doesnât want to start…”NHTSA complaint 11512567 — filed 03/18/2023 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 192 of 316 NHTSA complaints (60.8%), followed by unspecified/other issues (38), service brakes, hydraulic (35), fuel/propulsion system (32). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
316 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 7 involved a crash, 8 involved a fire, and 7 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 17V577000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are 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.
