Every 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 22V810000
Oct 27, 2022Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/ModulePark outside
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- Risk
- An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 237. This recall is an expansion of recall 22V-056.
Full recall details for 22V810000 →Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 22V056000
Mar 2, 2022Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/ModulePark outside
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
- Risk
- An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.
Full recall details for 22V056000 →Steering · NHTSA 18V118000
Feb 17, 2018Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The steering wheel assembly may break, possibly resulting in the steering wheel separating from the steering column while driving.
- Risk
- A steering wheel separation while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will check the production lot number of the steering wheel assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 173.
Full recall details for 18V118000 →Air Bags · NHTSA 17V801000
Dec 13, 2017Air Bags:Side/Window
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
- Risk
- If the component detaches during deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, if the detached component were to enter the vehicle occupant compartment, there could be an increased risk of occupant injury.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 171.
Full recall details for 17V801000 →Suspension · NHTSA 17V577000
Sep 20, 2017Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The front coil springs may have been improperly manufactured and, as a result, may fracture under certain loads while driving.
- Risk
- If the coil spring fractures, it can puncture the tire, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- All of the affected vehicles are currently unsold on dealer lots. Dealers will replace both front coil springs, free of charge prior to the vehicle's sale. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 167.
Full recall details for 17V577000 →
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 431 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe, reporting 13 crashes, 12 fires, 13 injuries. Hyundai has issued at least 173 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine251
- Unknown Or Other50
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic48
- Fuel/Propulsion System38
- Electrical System30
- Power Train28
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (105)
- Equipment (66)
- Engine (39)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (39)
- Power Train (34)
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (25)
Read Hyundai Santa Fe owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 431 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“On April 13, 2026, I arrived home and parked the vehicle, engaging the traditional shifter into the "Park" position and turning off the engine. After exiting and standing on the ground to retrieve a purse from the cabin, the vehicle spontaneously and rapidly began reversing.”
2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FEMay 2, 2026 · FL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11735250
Crash
“I own a 2018 Honda Santa Fe it is using oil so fast. I know that there is other people complaining about the oil consumption so my engine just blew up because I had it changed on March 13 brand new oil change and on Monday night the engine blew up..”
2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORTApr 1, 2026 · AL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11728667
Crash
“The contact owned a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact's son stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the brake pedal depressed with no warning light illuminated. The contact's son stated that the ABS braking system failed, and the brake pedal did not function when attempting to stop the vehicle.”
2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORTMar 23, 2026 · IL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11726456
Fire
“In September 2024, my 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe experienced an unexpected engine lock-up while driving, creating an immediate safety hazard. Vehicle lost power, began smoking, and posed a potential fire risk.”
2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FENov 14, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11699482
Fire
“The contact owned a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. No warning lights illuminated.”
2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORTMar 18, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11725196
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