Question 1

Is the Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT has 1,494 total NHTSA complaints across 6 model years. The most reliable years are 2016 (84 complaints), 2015 (100 complaints). Years to avoid: 2017 (453 complaints), 2018 (406 complaints), 2013 (238 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2017, 2018, 2013 Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT. The 2017 model has the most complaints (453) with the top issue being ENGINE.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT are 2016 (84 complaints), 2015 (100 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2018	406	I HAVE JUST PURCHASED MY SANTA FE SPORT 2.0T ULTIM...	Below Average
2017	453	MY NEW HYUNDAI SANTA FE HAS A HESITATION OR PAUSE ...	Avoid This Year
2016	84	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT...	Above Average
2015	100	THE ENGINE SEIZED WHILE IN MOTION AFTER LEAVING TH...	Above Average
2014	213	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT...	Average
2013	238	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT...	Below Average

Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT — All Years

Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid