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2019 Hyundai Santa FE Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 2.8× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
191Complaints
2Recalls
16Crashes
11Fires
10Injured
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 (34.6% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Engine complaints here are 2.8× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine66 · 34.6%not available
Power Train30 · 15.7%not available
Electrical System24 · 12.6%not available
Structure:body14 · 7.3%not available
Steering12 · 6.3%not available
Service Brakes11 · 5.8%not available

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

ENGINE66 · 34.6%
Unspecified / other46 · 24.1%
POWER TRAIN30 · 15.7%
STRUCTURE:BODY14 · 7.3%
STEERING12 · 6.3%
SERVICE BRAKES11 · 5.8%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM7 · 3.7%
AIR BAGS7 · 3.7%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING6 · 3.1%

Percentages are the share of the 191 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 — 2 campaigns

Air Bags:side/window

NHTSA campaign 18V715000 · 2018 · reported 10/11/2018

In the event of a crash, if the air bags become damaged during deployment they may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury. 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

What owners report

“For the past month my car has been stalling in traffic. The car stalls and then turns back on a few seconds later. It also…”NHTSA complaint 11578525 — filed 03/20/2024 · ENGINE
“My Santa Fe developed difficulty starting beginning the afternoon of February 18. While waiting in stop-and-go traffic to park for a sporting event, the ISG…”NHTSA complaint 11574513 — filed 02/28/2024 · ENGINE
“There is a system in the car that starts and stops engine, supposedly only at lights to save on fuel. Mine has stopped in the…”NHTSA complaint 11572183 — filed 02/15/2024 · 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 2019 Hyundai Santa FE?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 66 of 191 NHTSA complaints (34.6%), followed by unspecified/other issues (46), power train (30), electrical system (24). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE have?

191 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 16 involved a crash, 11 involved a fire, and 10 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE have any recalls?

Yes — 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V715000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

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 07/12/2026.