2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID has 0 complaints and 10 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to vehicle safety components and electronic systems, according to recall data.
There are 10 recalls affecting various safety and electronic systems. These recalls involve components such as the rearview camera, trailer hitch electrical system, and front seat belt pretensioners.
Recalls- Rearview camera defect. NHTSA recall 24V879000 affects 226,118 vehicles due to a damaged printed circuit board causing the rearview camera image to fail to display. This reduces visibility and increases crash risk. Dealers will replace the rearview camera free of charge. Owner notifications began January 14, 2025.
- Trailer hitch fire risk. NHTSA recall 23V181000 covers 584,784 vehicles with tow hitch harnesses that may accumulate water causing electrical shorts and potential fire. Owners are advised to park outside away from structures until repairs are made. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit at no cost. Owner notices started May 16, 2023.
- Front seat belt pretensioner explosion. NHTSA recall 22V816000 involves 14,933 vehicles where driver and passenger seat belt pretensioners may explode during a crash, projecting metal fragments that could cause injury. Dealers will secure pretensioners with a cap free of charge. Notifications were mailed December 14, 2022. This recall expands earlier recalls 22V-354 and 22V-458.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a consumer protection attorney can help clarify these rights.
2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID Summary
2021
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
825835
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID
226118 vehicles affected
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID
584784 vehicles affected
TRAILER HITCHES
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
2021 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID
14933 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 Genesis G80 Electric, 2021-2022 Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Complaints
No complaints found.