CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Hyundai Santa FE has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 303 complaints with NHTSA, including 32 crashes, 7 fires, 35 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (71 reports).
2004 Hyundai Santa FE recalls
Most common 2004 Hyundai Santa FE problems
Problem areas named in the 303 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 71 |
| Air Bags | 43 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 39 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 25 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 25 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 22 |
| Power Train | 21 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Engine | 16 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that on six separate occasions, the vehicle had independently accelerated without warning. On one occasion, the vehicle had accelerated through a red light with the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard. On a separate occasion, the vehicle accelerated through the contact's garage door upon entering the driveway. The air bags did not deploy and no injuries were reported. A police report was not filed; the garage door was replaced after the crash. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who could not determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repa
In transit, it began smoking and the engine light came on. After pulling to the side, flames erupted and it became fully engulfed, followed by a small explosion. The vehicle and itâs contents were a total loss.
The contact owned a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while the son was driving approximately 25 MPH the braking system malfunctioned and when depressing the brake pedal the vehicle did not reduce speed or stop causing the vehicle to crash into the rear of a second vehicle. During the crash, the rear driver-side passenger sustained a lacerated bottom lip and dental and oral injuries. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed and later deemed destroyed by the insurance company. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously s
driving in the rain hit brakes they locked up
This was a recall for hundai santa fe vehicles from 2001-2006. For unknown reasons I was not aware of recall. It was for 15 years or 150 miles. It is a danger as my car leaks gas. I am at 135,000 miles. But my car is a 2004. I purchased the vehicle in the last 2 years. I believe the recall should extend till the repair is complete for the reasons as follows. 1. it can explode. 2. it is a polluter 3. Hyundai acknowledges it as faulty equipment. 4. Corporations must be resonsible or they are irresponsible. 5. Cars are expensive they must maintain as least minimum safety requirements.
2004 Hyundai Santa FE questions
Does the 2004 Hyundai Santa FE have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2004 Hyundai Santa FE: Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Hyundai Santa FE?
Based on 303 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (71), Air Bags (43), Vehicle Speed Control (39).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Hyundai Santa FE 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.