2018 Hyundai Santa FE vs 2020 Hyundai Santa FE
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Hyundai Santa FE | 2020 Hyundai Santa FE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 108 | 209 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 114 | 110 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 23,802 mi | 22,026 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Santa FE | Hyundai Santa FE |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 53 | 76 |
| Power Train | 10 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 25 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 12 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 | 2 |
| Steering | 8 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 12 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 16 |
| Oil consumption | 6 | 18 |
| Stalling | 0 | 15 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2018 Hyundai Santa FE
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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.