2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl.

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Complaints
30
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl Problems

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

#18 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:105,924 mi
#23 complaints

Electrical Faults

#33 complaints

Hydraulic Brakes

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl.

Engine Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
105,924
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Hand Heater:Wiring Harness
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Seat Heater:Wiring Harness
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~357,348 vehicles.

22V056000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~357,348 affected

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.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl — FAQ

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

Is the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl has 30 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 8 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (8 complaints, avg 105,924 mi); Electrical Faults (3 complaints); Hydraulic Brakes (3 complaints). 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 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 105,924 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 357,348 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 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl?
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 Xl reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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