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NHTSA crash test of the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
25Complaints
2Investigations
ABOUT THE HYUNDAI SANTA FE XL

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL is a three-row midsize SUV aimed at families who need genuine seven-passenger capacity without stepping into truck-based territory. Positioned as the larger sibling to the standard Santa Fe, it competes in a crowded segment where practicality and passenger protection both matter. Shoppers cross-shopping the XL are typically prioritizing space and value, making an honest safety assessment essential before signing.

VERDICT

Despite a strong crash-test showing, the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Xl carries a park-outside or stop-driving recall, so read the recall section first. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Santa Fe XL as a practical, family-friendly three-row SUV that offers a comfortable ride and a well-organized interior. Most consider it a competent if unremarkable choice in its segment, praising interior room and ease of use while noting that rivals push harder on driver-assistance technology and overall refinement.

READ MORE REVIEWSExpert reviewsEdmundsCar and DriverCheck recalls at NHTSARead our full Santa Fe Xl review

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 15.7%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13051

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech2/10
Defect record15.5/20
Forward collision warning: NoLane departure warning: NoStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Frontal impact // NCAP // NHTSA
Side impact // NCAP // NHTSA
Side pole // NCAP // NHTSA

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE22V056000

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 multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.

Reported 2022-02-03

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

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

1reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsEngine 9Unknown Or Other 6Service Brakes 5Electrical System 4Hydraulic 3Power Train 1

Rivals in SUV (2019)

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Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 13051), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Hyundai Santa Fe Xl 2019. Class rank 65 of 93 in SUV 2019. Methodology · Disclosure