CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Hyundai Santa FE has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 216 complaints with NHTSA, including 18 crashes, 14 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (76 reports).
2005 Hyundai Santa FE recalls
Most common 2005 Hyundai Santa FE problems
Problem areas named in the 216 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 76 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 44 |
| Suspension | 22 |
| Seat Belts | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 18 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
What owners report
While merging onto the freeway, the accelerator pedal got stuck to the floor with the throttle wide open. The brakes and emergency brake were ineffective. Measures had to be taken to drive off of the road into ice plant, we we were able to turn off the engine. Further inspection revealed a missing grommet at the wall where the throttle cable passes through to connect to the gas pedal. Furthermore, the plastic around the throttle cable was cracked, which allows for the throttle cable and pedal to push through and get snagged. This could have ended horrifically. We are lucky to be alive.
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the tailgate failed to open while using the tailgate handle. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
Car all of a sudden stopped running like normal. Can't go above 20 mph without sounding like backfiring or dying
The airbag light stays on constantly - mechanic says it's the switch in the passenger seat belt and they encounter this problem with this vehicle all the time. Prevents the airbag from deploying if not repaired.
The Air Bag light stays on and from my research the air bag will not work in an accident.
2005 Hyundai Santa FE questions
Does the 2005 Hyundai Santa FE have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2005 Hyundai Santa FE: Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs; Air Bags:Frontal; Air Bags. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Hyundai Santa FE?
Based on 216 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (76), Vehicle Speed Control (44), Suspension (22).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 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.