2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid recalls

Most common 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid problems

Problem areas named in the 58 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine	24
Power Train	15
Electrical System	14
Fuel/Propulsion System	13
Unknown Or Other	11
Forward Collision Avoidance	11
Vehicle Speed Control	7
Lane Departure	4
Service Brakes	3
Structure	2

What owners report

2026-10-10, Engine
The vehicle came to a complete stop filling cabin with smoke and wouldnt start in a bend on road blocking entrance ramp. Its available for inspection but at dealership. My safety was put at risk for collision as well as health with cabin filling with smoke. The dealer still has vehicle going on 3rd day without answers. The vehicle had warning come on for hybrid system failure appearing shortly before dying completely with smoke filling cabin.

2026-06-03, Structure
I am submitting this formal safety complaint regarding a structural defect in my 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid that I believe poses a safety concern and warrants federal investigation under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (49 U.S.C. § 30101 et seq.). The vehicle exhibits a persistent and recurring structural creak originating from the pinch weld area adjacent to the hybrid battery storage compartment — specifically at a metal-on-metal contact point above the rear driver-side wheel well. The noise presents most prominently at low speeds over uneven surfaces, driveway transitions, and speed bumps. The root cause, as identified by service documentation and owner community r

2026-02-22, Engine
Own a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid and have experienced the following issues over the past year and a half. Beginning after maybe 40,000 miles we pulled out onto a roadway and the engine immediately lost power and started flashing a glaring red warning that the hybrid system was failing and to pull over. We luckily were able to and turned the car off and waited. I tried to turn it on and it came back to life as if there was never an issue? We drove off. it left no warning code or did not update my Bluelink App. I took it to the dealership and they could not find any issues. Fast forward another 5 or 6 months and it happens again. Take it to the dealer and they keep it a wee

2025-12-21, Electrical System
One two separate occasions while driving the car has lost the ability to accelerate. There is no acceleration power even when completely flooring the gas pedal. The dash displays a red circle warming that states "Check Hybrid system. Stop Safely". I have had to coast to the side of the road and then the car shuts off. It has taken several minutes before it can start again, and then displays a warning "Park with engine On to charge battery" before being able to shift the car into drive. I immediately took the vehicle to the dealership at which I had purchased the car. They have run a diagnostic on it and did not find any error codes stored in the computer. I picked up the vehicle from them an

2025-12-14, Fuel/Propulsion System
The vehicle will not accelerate and comes to a complete stop while driving. Within days, it displayed ‘Check Hybrid System. Stop safely’ and lost propulsion while driving.

2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid questions

Does the 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid: Water in Tow Hitch Wiring Can Cause Electrical Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid?

Based on 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (24), Power Train (15), Electrical System (14).

How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.