2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport.

20132015
Complaints
205
Crashes
0
Fires
27
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#186 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:70,540 mi
Fires:10
#216 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:64,556 mi
Fires:5
#316 complaints

Hydraulic Brakes

Avg mileage:43,889 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport.

Engine Problems
86
complaints
Crashes
Fires
10
Avg Miles
70,540
Electrical Faults
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
5
Avg Miles
64,556
Hydraulic Brakes
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
43,889
Transmission / Drivetrain
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
44,578
Engine & Cooling
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
132,714
Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
3
Avg Miles
74,955
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
45,659
Body Structure
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
66,500
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
50,639
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
48,000
Electronic Stability Control
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Wheel Speed Sensor
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,462,540 vehicles.

21V303000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~151,205 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling 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.

20V520000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~151,205 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling 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.

18V934000Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~150,730 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V-568 and 17V-226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.

17V358000Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
~437,400 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable may corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.

17V226000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
~572,000 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.

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2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has 205 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 86 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (86 complaints, avg 70,540 mi); Electrical Faults (16 complaints, avg 64,556 mi); Hydraulic Brakes (16 complaints, avg 43,889 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 66,038 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,462,540 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Santa Fe Sport reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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