Is the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Reliable?
2013–2018 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other suvs — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 3 | 198 | 6 | — | 49 | Fair |
| 2017 | 2 | 279 | 5 | — | 48 | Fair |
| 2016 | 0 | 51 | 1 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2015 | 1 | 56 | — | — | 73 | Good |
| 2014 | 3 | 117 | — | — | 63 | Good |
| 2013 | 4 | 136 | — | — | 60 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Santa Fe Sport Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Santa Fe Sport scores 6 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 837 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport reliable?+
The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport scores 63/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 6 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 13 recall campaigns and 837 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Santa Fe Sport is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2016 Santa Fe Sport achieved the highest reliability score of 73/100 with 0 recalls and 51 complaints.
How many miles does a Santa Fe Sport last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Hyundai Santa Fe Sport owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Santa Fe Sport will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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