NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a five-passenger midsize SUV that has competed in one of the most crowded segments in the American market since its debut. Positioned as a family-friendly crossover with mainstream appeal, it targets buyers who want a practical, comfortable daily driver with a reasonable footprint. The 2019-through-2025 generation covers meaningful design and technology changes, making its safety record worth examining closely before you sign anything.
Despite a strong crash-test showing, the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe carries a park-outside or stop-driving recall, so read the recall section first. It has 2 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Santa Fe as a competitive, well-rounded midsize SUV that offers a comfortable interior and a strong feature set for its segment. Most find it a credible alternative to segment leaders, praising its cabin refinement and driver-assistance technology, though opinions on powertrain character and driving dynamics tend to be more measured than enthusiastic.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13088
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
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
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW18V715000
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the air bags become damaged during deployment they may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the SCAB installation bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 177.
Reported 2018-10-11
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
190 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.