2008 Hyundai Santa FE vs 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Hyundai Santa FE | 2008 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 541 | 873 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 64 | 95 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 25 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 16–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,750 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Santa FE | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 70 | 309 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 215 | 69 |
| Electrical System | 74 | 178 |
| Steering | 14 | 156 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 58 | 71 |
| Suspension | 11 | 108 |
| Engine | 60 | 37 |
| Power Train | 24 | 67 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 152 | 0 |
| Stalling | 47 | 30 |
| Airbag warning light | 28 | 183 |
| Loss of power | 13 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 123 |
2008 Hyundai Santa FE
2008 Jeep Wrangler
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.