CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 324 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 8 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (199 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport recalls
ABS Module Can Short and Cause an Engine Fire
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in certain vehicles can malfunction and cause an electrical short.
ABS Module Short Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in certain Hyundai Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles can malfunction and cause an electrical short.
Side curtain airbag may detach and fail to inflate
Some 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles have side curtain airbags with a component that may detach while the curtain airbag is deploying.
Front coil springs can fracture and puncture a tire
Some 2018 vehicles may have front coil springs that were improperly manufactured.
Most common 2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport problems
Problem areas named in the 324 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 199 |
| Unknown Or Other | 38 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 36 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 33 |
| Electrical System | 21 |
| Power Train | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 13 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
What owners report
This vehicle has been suffering from substantial engine oil consumption, burning oil at an alarming and unsafe rate. I have repeatedly brought the vehicle to Washington Hyundai to address this under the engine class-action lawsuit terms, but the dealership continues to run repetitive tests without a resolution. This is a critical safety issue. Excessive oil consumption poses a severe risk of sudden, catastrophic engine seizure or stalling while operating at high speeds on the highway.
My 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe is burning oil and I run the risk of engine failure. I have to check my oil level daily. The mechanic who performed my last oil change said he is seeing this frequently with this age Hyundai Santa Fe. He said Hyundai should be willing to replace my engine but of course they won't. I fear that I am going to be on the freeway and have sudden engine failure creating a risk for me and drivers around me.
While driving over the pass the car suddenly lost power and was running very rough. Luckily there was an exit close by that we took and the engine died on the exit. We were able to get it started and get to a parking lot where it died and would not start again. While trying to start it in the parking lot the check engine light came on. So, after a $375 tow to the nearest town the mechanic discovered a damaged spark plug and the compression test showed 0 psi. The scope showed a hole in the piston. The car also leaks and burns oil. The mechanic recommended scrapping the vehicle since it would not be cost effective to repair it. The mechanic said ours is the 6th Santa Fe in their shop with a bl
The driver window as well as the driver rear window fuse blows out. It poses a threat when you need to get the windows down in an event of emergency.
My 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport (2.4L Theta II GDI, VIN [XXX], approx. 110,000 miles) has suffered a chain of engine and emissions-system failures that create a loss-of-power safety hazard. At about 80,000 miles, Hyundai replaced the original engine under warranty for excessive oil consumption, a defect Hyundai has acknowledged across the Theta II engine family. After only about 20,000 miles on that replacement engine, the catalytic converter failed and set a P0420 code. The vehicle now bogs down, hesitates, and loses power under acceleration. This is dangerous when merging or accelerating into traffic, where a sudden loss of power raises the risk of a collision. A restricted or failing cata
2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV AWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (14.3% rollover risk) |
| 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (15.1% rollover risk) |
2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport questions
Does the 2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport: ABS Module Can Short and Cause an Engine Fire; ABS Module Short Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire; Side curtain airbag may detach and fail to inflate; Front coil springs can fracture and puncture a tire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport?
Based on 324 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (199), Unknown Or Other (38), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (36).
How safe is the 2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2018 Hyundai Santa FE Sport up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.