Hyundai Santa Fe Sport years to avoid and best years
Newer Hyundai Santa Fe Sport years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2017 has the most complaints per year, at 24 (350 complaints). 2017 through 2018 are in that same range. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2014 at 0 (from 161 complaints), 2013 at 0 (from 198 complaints), and 2016 at 2 (from 69 complaints). On the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, 134 of 350 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 → | 13 | 320 | 4 | Engine | — |
| 2017 → Most | 24 | 350 | 3 | Engine | — |
| 2016 → Fewest | 2 | 69 | 1 | Engine | — |
| 2015 → | 2 | 82 | 3 | Engine | — |
| 2014 → Fewest | 0 | 161 | 5 | Engine | — |
| 2013 → Fewest | 0 | 198 | 6 | Engine | — |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 5W-30/5W-40 (2.0L turbo); 5W-20/5W-30 (2.4L) · 5.1 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/65R17, 235/60R18 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 20V-520 covers certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles: brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short and an increased risk of an engine compartment fire. Dealers inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary. Owners are advised to park outside until the repair is complete. Recall 21V-303 is a related ABS module campaign for certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Recall 17V-358 covers certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles where the secondary hood latch cable may corrode and bind.
Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Santa Fe Sport years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2014 at 0 (from 161 complaints), 2013 at 0 (from 198 complaints), and 2016 at 2 (from 69 complaints).
Which Hyundai Santa Fe Sport year has the most owner complaints?
2017 has the most complaints per year, at 24 (350 complaints). 2017 through 2018 are in that same range. On the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, 134 of 350 complaints name Engine.
How do Hyundai Santa Fe Sport owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Hyundai Santa Fe Sport years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones.
What oil does a Hyundai Santa Fe Sport take?
Viscosity and capacity depend on engine and model year; use the generation specs here and confirm in the owner's manual.
What generation is the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
DM generation (2013-2018) for the US years this site tracks.
What tire sizes does a Hyundai Santa Fe Sport use?
Common US sizes include 235/65R17 and 235/60R18 depending on trim.