CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Hyundai Santa FE XL has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (10 reports).
2019 Hyundai Santa FE XL recalls
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.
Most common 2019 Hyundai Santa FE XL problems
Problem areas named in the 26 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
What owners report
On September 22, 2026, my 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL experienced a sudden engine stall while I was stopped at a traffic light. The engine unexpectedly lost power, the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn and appeared to lock, and the oil pressure, battery, and check engine warning lights illuminated. After restarting the vehicle, I noticed an abnormal clicking or knocking sound coming from the engine. On September 23, 2026, my wife experienced a similar incident while operating the same vehicle. These incidents created serious safety concerns. Unexpected engine stalling and loss of steering assistance could result in a collision, especially in moving traffic, placing drivers, pa
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road, and the contact listened for the abnormal sound. The abnormal sound was persistent. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated, and the engine seized. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that a year prior, an unknown recall notificati
Check engine light came on and then vehicle stalled took to shop and said the engine was needing to be replaced. Looked into issue and seen multiple issues with this engine and happening to a lot of Hyundai engines where vehicles need to get complete new engines
Our vehicle had 145,000 miles and all maintenance and repairs performed at Hyundai dealerships. Joseph Airport Hyundai in Vandalia, Ohio replaced the timing chain at a cost of $3500. After replacing the timing chain our vehicle began consuming large amounts of oil (9 quarts over 5000 miles). The dealership has tried several repairs and the vehicle still continues to consume the same amount of oil. We now have 160,000 miles on the vehicle and need to always carry a 5 quart container of oil so it doesn't run low. This never happened until we had the timing chain replaced.
Two bolts flew out of the CCVT system, blowing a hole in the valve cover and destroying all the timing components. Because of the issue, all oil spilled from the car. The other two bolts in the system were bent as well. I was driving the vehicle when this happened and couldâve been seriously hurt. I now need a new engine.
2019 Hyundai Santa FE XL questions
Does the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE XL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE XL: ABS Module Short Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE XL?
Based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (10), Unknown Or Other (6), Electrical System (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Hyundai Santa FE XL 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.