2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 164 complaints with NHTSA, including 16 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (94 reports).

5Recalls
164Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport recalls

Brake fluid leak can cause engine fire risk

Recall 21V303Apr 28, 2021151,205 vehicles affected

Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, which can lead to an electrical short.

Brake Fluid Leak Can Cause Engine Fire Risk

Recall 20V520Aug 27, 2020151,205 vehicles affected

Brake fluid may leak inside the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, which can lead to an electrical short circuit.

Fuel Leak Can Cause Fire in Hyundai Sonata and Santa Fe Sport

Recall 18V934Dec 28, 2018150,730 vehicles affected

A high pressure fuel pipe connected to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly tightened during an earlier engine replacement repair.

Hood May Pop Open While Driving, Risking a Crash

Recall 17V358Jun 5, 2017437,400 vehicles affected

The secondary hood latch cable can corrode and bind, so the secondary latch may stay unlatched even when the hood looks closed.

Engine Bearings May Wear Early and Seize, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 17V226Mar 31, 2017572,000 vehicles affected

Machining errors made during engine manufacturing can cause the engine's bearings to wear out prematurely.

Most common 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport problems

Problem areas named in the 164 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine94
Electrical System22
Service Brakes, Hydraulic17
Unknown Or Other16
Power Train13
Service Brakes10
Engine And Engine Cooling10
Fuel/Propulsion System8
Structure8
Vehicle Speed Control7

What owners report

2026-10-13, Service Brakes
There was a low noise when I got in the vehicle in the morning. I looked at the engine and it was coming from the abs system. I took it to the mechanic shop and the noise was even louder, the abs part on the passenger side of the firewall in the engine blew up and catch fire. Luckily they were able to put the fire down right away. I’m glad that didn’t happen while driving or while in the driveway of our house were there’s more vehicles parked. There was an Abs light on the dashboard due to an abs sensor for the rear right wheel.
2026-09-28, Engine
1. 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Theta 2 Engine Failure It was available for inspection upon request at local dealer and service After engine failedXXX abruptly while driving, it was towed to the service for inspection. 2. The Theta 2 engine in countless 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe models has been a safety risk for all citizens on the roads. This has been an unannounced recall failure due to manufacture shards of metal found within the engine, causing vehicle damage and failure. My car stopped abruptly on the road. I have maintained it through due oil changes and service. 3. The independent dealership that serviced my vehicle has verbally recognized that Theta 2 engines are a safety risk, aft
2026-09-28, Unknown Or Other
I am reporting what I believe may be a safety-related defect involving the driver's door latch/lock actuator assembly in my 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, VIN [XXX]. The driver's door latch failed while the door was in the closed position. As a result of the failure, the driver's door could not be opened using either the interior door handle or the exterior door handle. The door remained mechanically stuck in the closed position. This was not simply a power door lock that failed to electronically lock or unlock. The failure prevented the driver's door itself from being opened from either side. Because the door was stuck closed, the inability to open the door normally substantially increased th
2026-09-17, Engine
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was smoke coming from the engine compartment with an abnormal burning odor entering the vehicle through the A/C vents. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and turned off. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer and was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact stated that her father performed most of the maintenance on the vehicle and became aware that the Theta 2 engine had several failures. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a complaint was filed. The f
2026-08-14, Engine
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa FE. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at 60 mph the vehicle began to shake violently, and the engine experienced a complete loss of automotive power, the service vehicle soon, ABS and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact veered off an exit into the parking lot of an AutoZone where a diagnostic scanner displayed the code "P0302". The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the exhaust valve on cylinder two had dissolved and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was towed to a local Hyundai dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the exha

2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport questions

Does the 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport: Brake fluid leak can cause engine fire risk; Brake Fluid Leak Can Cause Engine Fire Risk; Fuel Leak Can Cause Fire in Hyundai Sonata and Santa Fe Sport; Hood May Pop Open While Driving, Risking a Crash; Engine Bearings May Wear Early and Seize, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport?

Based on 164 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (94), Electrical System (22), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (17).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport 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.

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