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2022 Hyundai Santa FE Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 2.2× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
189Complaints
5Recalls
8Crashes
1Fires
3Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (27.5% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Engine complaints here are 2.2× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine52 · 27.5%RecalledRecall 22V197000
Power Train51 · 27%RecalledRecall 22V746000
Electrical System27 · 14.3%No official action
Fuel/propulsion System26 · 13.8%RecalledRecall 21V524000
Vehicle Speed Control13 · 6.9%No official action
Service Brakes11 · 5.8%No official action

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.

Complaints by component

ENGINE52 · 27.5%
POWER TRAIN51 · 27%
Unspecified / other45 · 23.8%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL13 · 6.9%
SERVICE BRAKES11 · 5.8%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING10 · 5.3%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS7 · 3.7%
VISIBILITY/WIPER6 · 3.2%

Percentages are the share of the 189 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.

Recalls — 5 campaigns

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

NHTSA campaign 21V524000 · 2021 · reported 07/09/2021

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger

NHTSA campaign 22V197000 · 2022 · reported 03/28/2022

An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:automatic Transmission

NHTSA campaign 22V746000 · 2022 · reported 10/06/2022

Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Trailer Hitches

NHTSA campaign 23V181000 · 2023 · reported 03/17/2023

A 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

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 24V879000 · 2024 · reported 11/21/2024

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“On November 28 2023, I was pulling onto a small highway when an alarm went off, car stopped (engine off) as other cars were coming…”NHTSA complaint 11604096 — filed 07/23/2024 · ENGINE
“I was driving in the freeway and all of a sudden my engine power became week. I try to step accelerator but it did not…”NHTSA complaint 11586987 — filed 05/04/2024 · ENGINE
“[XXX] Driving down road car began shaking, driving rough and wouldn't pick up speed. Check engine light came on with code P030400/POWERTRAIN/EMS/Odometer 46,056. Car towed…”NHTSA complaint 11578047 — filed 03/18/2024 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Santa FE?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 52 of 189 NHTSA complaints (27.5%), followed by power train (51), unspecified/other issues (45), electrical system (27). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2022 Hyundai Santa FE have?

189 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 8 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 3 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2022 Hyundai Santa FE have any recalls?

Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 21V524000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2022 Hyundai Santa FE's reported problems?

3 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.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

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.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.