2010 Hyundai Santa FE Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2010 Hyundai Santa FE recalls

Most common 2010 Hyundai Santa FE problems

Problem areas named in the 260 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	111
Engine	37
Electrical System	28
Unknown Or Other	23
Vehicle Speed Control	21
Suspension	14
Structure	12
Air Bags	10
Fuel/Propulsion System	10
Engine And Engine Cooling	9

What owners report

2026-10-16, Structure
The vehicle is a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe with about 157,000 miles. Hyundai issued Service Campaign 947 (TSB 17-01-005) for underbody corrosion on 2007–2010 Santa Fe models, but the campaign was never performed on this vehicle. When the vehicle was taken to an authorized Hyundai dealer, the dealer inspected it and found the frame rusted out in multiple places, with extensive holes. The dealer also told me that some of the main parts listed in the campaign bulletin need to be replaced. A separate independent inspection found a hole in the unibody and noted it would fail a state safety inspection. I am concerned that corrosion this severe in the frame and unibody could compromise the vehicleâ€

2026-09-25, Unknown Or Other
The Radiator fan remains on when the vehicle is turned off and requires the fan to be unplugged to disengage. If it is not unplugged it will continue to run until the battery is dead. If not caught at the time exiting the vehicle then I am left stranded until I can get the vehicle jumped but even with a dead battery if you plug up the fan again will continue running nonstop. The vehicle does not run hot. There are no known issues that present before this happens and no error codes when hooked up to diagnostics.

2026-08-15, Power Train
The vehicle’s transmission slips while driving on the highway at approximately 65–75 mph. The slipping occurs at highway speeds and appears to affect the vehicle’s ability to maintain consistent power and acceleration. Problem The vehicle’s transmission slips while driving on the highway at approximately 65–75 mph. The slipping occurs at highway speeds and appears to affect the vehicle’s ability to maintain consistent power and acceleration. Safety Concerns This creates a safety concern because unexpected transmission slipping at highway speeds could result in a sudden loss or interruption of power. This may make it difficult to maintain speed, merge, pass, or respond safely to

2026-08-01, Engine
On XXX I was waiting at a light and the check engine light was blinking. When I started up, the car was very sluggish. It continued to be sluggish on my trip home - 5 miles. I brought it to Meineke [XXX] [XXX]. They ascertained that the engine was shot. They flushed out the oil in the engine and there was lots of metal in the oil. They instructed me to go to Hyundai immediately. There was a engine recall and their research showed that I was included under the recall warrenty. I've included their assessment. Both the drives to the Meineke from my house and to Hyundai from Meineke were scary. I didn't feel safe in the car. I went directly to [XXX], manager of Larry Miller Hyundai at [XXX

2026-04-01, Engine
Engine fire

2010 Hyundai Santa FE questions

Does the 2010 Hyundai Santa FE have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Santa FE: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Hyundai Santa FE?

Based on 260 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (111), Engine (37), Electrical System (28).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.