2022 Hyundai SANTA FE HYBRID

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2022 Hyundai SANTA FE HYBRID has 61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is engine problems (21% of all complaints), specifically: this vehicle is a hybrid and the issue is an on/off error message that states that the inverter coolant level issue. when i lift the hood and view the inverter coolant level it is at the same location as the car was delivered in (exactly on the high mark). i have contacted two separate hyundai deal.

2 crash reports

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

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Known Problems

ENGINE

13 complaints

21%

• This vehicle is a Hybrid and the issue is an on/off error message that states that the inverter coolant level issue. When I lift the hood and view the inverter coolant level it is at the same location as the car was delivered in (exactly on the high mark). I have contacted two separate Hyundai deal
• 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid. This incident has occurred twice at the time of this write up. Both incidents have happened on the first start up of the vehicle engine for the day in the early morning (on the way to work). The temperature outside was cool (10-35 degrees, Maine). On at least one occas
• While Driving home from work, the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Vehicle's, Hybrid battery began to discharge rapidly, the Gasoline Engine did not start to charge the system, within 1/4 mile the Hybrid Battery fully discharged, and the Vehicle lost all acceleration , the Dash warning " CHECK HYBRID SY

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“This vehicle is a Hybrid and the issue is an on/off error message that states that the inverter coolant level issue. When I lift the hood and view the inverter coolant level it is at the same location as the car was delivered in (exactly on the high mark). I have contacted two separate Hyundai deal”

— NHTSA complaint filing

TRANSMISSION

12 complaints

20%

• Between January and March 2023, the vehicle had lost power twice when attempting to move after a red light. The vehicle would only move about 5 to 10 miles per hour. In order to make the vehicle work again, you have to turn off the vehicle and turn it back on.
• 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid. This incident has occurred twice at the time of this write up. Both incidents have happened on the first start up of the vehicle engine for the day in the early morning (on the way to work). The temperature outside was cool (10-35 degrees, Maine). On at least one occas
• Loss of power from gas engine at speed car failed over to electric motor at 70 mph on highway unexpectedly and car did not have enough power to maintain speed.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Between January and March 2023, the vehicle had lost power twice when attempting to move after a red light. The vehicle would only move about 5 to 10 miles per hour. In order to make the vehicle work again, you have to turn off the vehicle and turn it back on.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

8 complaints

13%

• What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Warnings appeared on the instrument panel at the same time the power steering would go out and I would not be able to safely steer the car. This happened on 4-5 occasions. These are the various warnin
• While Driving home from work, the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Vehicle's, Hybrid battery began to discharge rapidly, the Gasoline Engine did not start to charge the system, within 1/4 mile the Hybrid Battery fully discharged, and the Vehicle lost all acceleration , the Dash warning " CHECK HYBRID SY
• I was driving on the freeway when suddenly I heard a clunking sound. Suddenly I was unable to accelerate at all. My speed was 60 mph and I had the gas pedal pressed all the way to the floor. Nothing happened and my speed would not go over 60. Then a message began flashing on my dashboard. I cannot

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Warnings appeared on the instrument panel at the same time the power steering would go out and I would not be able to safely steer the car. This happened on 4-5 occasions. These are the various warnin”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

6 complaints

10%

• Not even 500 miles on it and the transfer case/ power control unit went down. (It’s the thing that switches it from electric back to engine power.
• I was driving on the highway when my car all of a sudden started to beep and told me it was activating the emergency brake. I was driving safely and was not at risk of a collision. The car slowed slightly. Just as soon as the emergency brake warning popped up, it was gone. It was terrifying for
• On October 28, 2024 and again on November 26, 2024, a warning light appeared on the dash which said “ check hybrid system stop safely” Within 20 seconds both times , the car became inoperable . When I stepped on the gas nothing happened . The first time I was blocking major traffic , the second tim

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Not even 500 miles on it and the transfer case/ power control unit went down. (It’s the thing that switches it from electric back to engine power.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

5 complaints

• What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Warnings appeared on the instrument panel at the same time the power steering would go out and I would not be able to safely steer the car. This happened on 4-5 occasions. These are the various warnin
• the weather was 20 degrees, sensor on the front did not work causing a Collison , dealer said they dont work it the cold i want this repair under warranty, dealer never stated they dont work in the cold
• I was driving on the highway when my car all of a sudden started to beep and told me it was activating the emergency brake. I was driving safely and was not at risk of a collision. The car slowed slightly. Just as soon as the emergency brake warning popped up, it was gone. It was terrifying for

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 2 crashes

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 61 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: This vehicle is a Hybrid and the issue is an on/off error message that states that the inverter coolant level issue. When I lift the hood and view the inverter coolant level it is at the same location as the car was delivered in (exactly on the high mark). I have contacted two separate Hyundai deal
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: Between January and March 2023, the vehicle had lost power twice when attempting to move after a red light. The vehicle would only move about 5 to 10 miles per hour. In order to make the vehicle work again, you have to turn off the vehicle and turn it back on.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Warnings appeared on the instrument panel at the same time the power steering would go out and I would not be able to safely steer the car. This happened on 4-5 occasions. These are the various warnin
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: Not even 500 miles on it and the transfer case/ power control unit went down. (It’s the thing that switches it from electric back to engine power.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)