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2020 Hyundai Santa Fe: recalls and problems

2 recalls and 213 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.

2recalls
213complaints
13crashes reported
9fires reported
15injuries reported
1 recall with a “do not drive” or “park outside” warning

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Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Engine78 · 37%
  • Unknown Or Other42 · 20%
  • Power Train26 · 12%
  • Electrical System25 · 12%
  • Visibility14 · 7%
  • Forward Collision Avoidance14 · 7%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System12 · 6%
  • Lane Departure8 · 4%
  • Structure8 · 4%
  • Service Brakes8 · 4%

What owners report

Engine

At times the engine will freeze up, stall the car while driving, or the car will altogether turn off when at a stop sign or light, while the car is still on. i've had the oil changed before the mileage indicated expired because the engine light came on and i was told the car had no oil at all when i know the oil was just changed within a 3 months time frame.

Engine

Codes p0172 and p016b. oil has fuel in it due to high pressure fuel pump leaking. possible premature engine failure or fire. this is a 2020 santa fe limited 2.0t.

Unknown Or Other

At approximately 42,000 miles, the ac system on my 2020 hyundai santa fe suffered a potential immediate and premature failure, creating a severe driving safety hazard. the ac expansion valve began actively leaking refrigerant inside the dashboard, rendering the climate control system completely inoperable of normal operation. in florida's high humidity and heavy rainstorms, this loss of proper ac function means the w

Engine And Engine Cooling

The contact owns a 2020 hyundai santa fe. the contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle went into limp mode and failed to properly accelerate, with the check engine warning light illuminated and flashing. the vehicle was later towed to the local mechanic, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure; however, engine oil was added to the engine. after retrieving the vehicle, the conta

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Santa Fe. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.