2005 Hyundai Santa Fe recalls and problems
The 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has 3 safety recalls and 216 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe recalls
Recall 14V-435: Suspension
Problem: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model Year 2001-2006 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from March 31, 2000, through February 15, 2006, that are registered and operated, or which were originally sold and registered, in the following 20 Âsalt belt" states and the District of Columbia: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The affected vehicles may experience front coil spring corrosion from road salt, causing the coil spring to fracture and make contact with the tire.
Risk: If the front coil spring fractures due to corrosion it could cause the coil spring to make contact with the tire, possibly puncturing the tire and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the coil spring, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 124.
Recall 05V-527: Air Bags
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with an occupant classification system (Ocs) the right front seat of the vehicle may misclassify certain small children seated on the front edge of the seat as an adult.
Risk: The possibility of misclassification of certain small children as an adult may allow the right front airbag to deploy in a frontal collision crash or the side impact airbag to deploy in a side collision crash; severe injury or death could occur.
Fix: Dealers will ensure that the vehicle's OCS will properly classify certain small children when seated on the front edge of the seat and will disable the right front airbags. Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's OCS electronic control unit to provide an increased margin for recognition of certain small children. The recall began on december 6, 2005. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.
Recall 05V-450: Air Bags
Problem: On certain vehicles equipped with an occupant classification system (Ocs) the right front seat of the vehicle may misclassify certain small children seated on the front edge of the seat as an adult.
Risk: The possibility of misclassification of certain small children as an adult may allow the right front airbag to deploy in a frontal collision crash or the side impact airbag to deploy in a side collision crash; severe injury or death could occur.
Fix: Dealers will ensure that the vehicle's OCS will properly classify certain small children when seated on the front edge of the seat and will disable the right front airbags. Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's OCS electronic control unit to provide an increased margin for recognition of certain small children. The recall began on december 21, 2005. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 76 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 44 | |
| Suspension | 22 | |
| Seat Belts | 18 | |
| Service Brakes | 18 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | |
| Power Train | 11 | |
| Engine | 11 | |
| Electrical System | 10 | |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 |
Most reported parts
- Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 5
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 3
- Structure › Body — 3
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery — 2
- Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. — 2
- Suspension › Front — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 79,500 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Hyundai Santa Fe years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe: 14V-435 (suspension), 05V-527 (air bags), 05V-450 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Owners report air bags problems most often (76 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (44). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 79,500 miles.
Are Hyundai recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.