2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 57 |
| 2024 | 32 |
| 2025 | 67 |
| 2026 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
40% of complaints: engine — 23 distinct reports on file.
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On December 11 and 12, 2022, my 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Hybrid failed to accelerate in traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221212
26% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file.
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On December 11 and 12, 2022, my 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Hybrid failed to accelerate in traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221212
23% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 13 distinct reports on file.
23% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file.
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On December 11 and 12, 2022, my 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Hybrid failed to accelerate in traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221212
18% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 10 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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...
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 23V181000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V181000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.