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2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

5Recalls
187Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE HYUNDAI SANTA FE PLUG-IN

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid is a five-passenger midsize SUV that slots into Hyundai's popular Santa Fe lineup as its electrified, premium-oriented variant. It targets eco-conscious family buyers who want the flexibility of a plug-in powertrain without sacrificing the practicality and comfort of a traditional crossover. It competes in a growing segment of electrified family haulers aimed squarely at suburban households.

VERDICT

NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In, but it carries a park-outside or do-not-drive recall, which is the most serious class of safety campaign. Treat the recall status below as urgent and confirm your VIN with NHTSA.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Santa Fe Plug-In as a well-rounded and refined family crossover with a comfortable, upscale cabin, smooth driving dynamics, and competitive all-electric range for daily errands. Most praise the thoughtful interior layout and composed ride quality, while some note that cargo space is modestly reduced compared to the standard Santa Fe due to battery packaging.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

Park outside / do not drive This vehicle has a recall advising owners to park away from structures or stop driving until repaired. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA24V879000

Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.

Reported 2024-11-21

TRAILER HITCHES23V181000

Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous rec

Reported 2023-03-17

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION22V746000

Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

Reported 2022-10-06

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER22V197000

Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall 222.

Reported 2022-03-28

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS21V524000

Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.

Reported 2021-07-09

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

187 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

8reported crash
1reported fire
3reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsPower Train 53Engine 52Unknown Or Other 44Electrical System 29Fuel/Propulsion System 26Forward Collision Avoidance 15
Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In 2022. Methodology · Disclosure