Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, representative photo
Representative model. Photo: IFCAR, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain

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2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
6
Park-it warnings
3
Complaints
200
Latest campaign
Sep 22, 2023

Recall summary by component6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsPark‑itLatestCampaign IDs
Service brakes, hydraulic33Sep 22, 2023
23V65100021V30300020V520000
Engine1–Dec 28, 2018
18V934000
Latches/locks/linkages1–Jun 5, 2017
17V358000
Engine and engine cooling1–Mar 31, 2017
17V226000

Safety recalls6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
3Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Sep 22, 2023Latest campaign
Sep 22, 202323V651000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/module

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Park outside, away from structures
DetailsHide details for campaign 23V651000
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V651000 · Sep 22, 2023
Apr 28, 202121V303000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/module

An electrical short in the ABS module can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Park outside, away from structures
DetailsHide details for campaign 21V303000
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk
An electrical short in the ABS module can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, and inspect and replace the ABS module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 25, 2021. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-520. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 205.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V303000 · Apr 28, 2021
Aug 27, 202020V520000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/module

If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.

Park outside, away from structures
DetailsHide details for campaign 20V520000
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk
If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began December 22, 2020. Note: This recall has been superseded by NHTSA Recall 21V-303 and all affected vehicles will now be repaired under 21V-303. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 194.
Campaign
NHTSA 20V520000 · Aug 27, 2020
Dec 28, 201818V934000

Engine

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 18V934000
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V-568 and 17V-226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's recall number for this recall is 180.
Campaign
NHTSA 18V934000 · Dec 28, 2018
Jun 5, 201717V358000

Latches/locks/linkages: hood latch

If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving,…

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V358000
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable may corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Risk
If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V358000 · Jun 5, 2017
Mar 31, 201717V226000

Engine and engine cooling: engine

Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V226000
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Risk
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V226000 · Mar 31, 2017
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Hyundai recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component200

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
200Complaints filed
1Involving a crash
15Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Engine109551120
Service brakes4121000
Hydraulic3216000
Unknown or other2312050
Electrical system158050
Engine and engine cooling116010
Power train116000
Fuel/propulsion system95020
Latches/locks/linkages74000
Structure42000
Steering42010
Visibility/wiper32000
Air bags21000
Suspension21000
Vehicle speed control21000

9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Unknown or other

    “FORMAL VEHICLE SAFETY AND WARRANTY COMPLAINT Date: [XXX] From: [XXX] Vehicle: 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, 2.4L Theta II engine Mileage: Approximately 150,000 miles (exact current reading to be confirmed) Subject:…”

    Filed 10/15/2026 · ODI 11771325
  • Unknown or other

    “The vehicle suddenly stopped and suddenly smoke appear in the front part of vehicle. Firemen appeared and when the front of the car was opened the flames of the fire were all over the engine of the car.”

    Filed 09/28/2026 · ODI 11767319
  • Latches/locks/linkages

    “The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that the front driver’s side door failed to unlatch as intended using either the interior or exterior door handles or the locking mechanism.”

    Filed 09/14/2026 · ODI 11764127

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2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recall questions

How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport have?

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The most recent, 23V651000 (reported September 22, 2023), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. 3 campaigns carry a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recalls for?

The largest group is service brakes, hydraulic, with 3 campaigns. Others: engine (1), latches/locks/linkages (1), engine and engine cooling (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 109 complaints out of 200 filed with NHTSA (55%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 15 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Hyundai recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Hyundai dealer.

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