2010 Hyundai Santa Fe

217 serious complaints of 259, the most about power train (109) and engine (37); per car on the road, 0.7× this model's usual year. 3 recalls. NHTSA investigation PE11010: transmission intermediate driveshaft.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2010 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a stop light, the vehicle suddenly would not drive forward. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the power train, Feb 2021

“The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Jul 2024

Fixes and extended coverage

• Extended coverage The warranty coverage for engine repair or replacement regarding engine damage or malfunction from connecting rod bearing wear has been extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and… (22-EM-006H-2, Nov 2022)
• Repair program Hyundai is conducting a service campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. (DBP966, Oct 2021)
• Repair program Certain vehicles that have completed Service Campaign 966 may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P1326 and/or an engine concern/noise related to connecting rod bearing wear or damage. (DBPT6G, Apr 2022)
• Repair program Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. (24-01-068H, Aug 2024)
• Repair program This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine Replacement) or the latest version. (26-01-033H, Mar 2026)
• Repair program Op code/part number (reference guide for service campaign t6g) (22-01-024H-2, Nov 2022)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

259 owner complaints · 3 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 22–23 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2010 trims and features