How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid have?

NHTSA lists 15 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid, making up 26% of the 57 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid transmission?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this problem area for the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid.

What do owners report about acceleration problems?

Owners describe hesitation before the car moves, sudden loss of power on the road, and in some cases lurching forward after releasing the accelerator. Some also report limp mode limiting speed to around 30 mph.

Are these transmission complaints linked to any crashes?

NHTSA records zero crashes, fires, or injuries associated with these 15 complaints.

Is the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid worse than other years for this issue?

The 2023 model year's share of complaints in this area is 26%, lower than the 2021 (35%) and 2022 (35%) model years but higher than the 2024 (24%) and 2025 (20%) years.

2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, 26% of its 57 total complaints. There are no related recalls, and no crashes, fires, or injuries tied to these reports.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 15; 26% of 57
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: —
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners describe hesitation or a delayed response of up to a couple seconds when pressing the accelerator, especially from a stop.
Some report the vehicle failing to accelerate in traffic while merging or changing lanes, with power returning only after several seconds.
Several owners say the hybrid battery gauge dropped suddenly and the car lost all power on the road, sometimes not moving even after a restart.
A few describe unexpected lurching or sudden acceleration after releasing the gas pedal while slowing to a stop.
Others report limp mode activating, capping speed around 30 mph, or the car failing to switch between EV and gas mode, draining the hybrid battery.

When 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 12, 2022, latest May 21, 2025.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2022 to May 2025; peak Nov 2024 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Santa FE Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20217 (35%)
202213 (35%)
202315 (26%)
20248 (24%)
202518 (20%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid have?: NHTSA lists 15 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid, making up 26% of the 57 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid transmission?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this problem area for the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid.
What do owners report about acceleration problems?: Owners describe hesitation before the car moves, sudden loss of power on the road, and in some cases lurching forward after releasing the accelerator. Some also report limp mode limiting speed to around 30 mph.
Are these transmission complaints linked to any crashes?: NHTSA records zero crashes, fires, or injuries associated with these 15 complaints.
Is the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid worse than other years for this issue?: The 2023 model year's share of complaints in this area is 26%, lower than the 2021 (35%) and 2022 (35%) model years but higher than the 2024 (24%) and 2025 (20%) years.