2022 Hyundai SANTA FE HYBRID
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2022 Hyundai SANTA FE HYBRID has 61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 61. 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. There are 4 recalls issued for this model year.
61
Total Complaints
4
Recalls Issued
5/5
Safety Stars
1.0x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
ENGINE
13 complaints- • 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
“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
Recalls (4)
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe HEV and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. The instrument cluster liquid-crystal display (LCD) may invert the image on the screen upon vehicle startup, making the display illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk: An illegible instrument cluster will not show information such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 217.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2022 Hyundai SANTA FE HYBRID
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
5-Year Gas Price History
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Estimated Insurance Cost for 2022 Hyundai SANTA FE HYBRID
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Hyundai SANTA FE HYBRID Service Intervals
Turbo engines (1.6T, 2.0T) need premium fuel and more frequent oil (some owners service at 5,000 miles).
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Hyundai New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
10 years/100K powertrain warranty is transferable only to first purchaser after initial owner
These are the terms for a new Hyundai. If you're buying a used 2022 SANTA FE HYBRID, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Hyundai dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
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:
- ☐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
- ☐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
- ☐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
- ☐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
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 4 recalls have been completed — free at any Hyundai dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Hyundai SANTA FE HYBRID — Year Comparison
How does 2022 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 61
- Recalls
- 4
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 2
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 61
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