2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 42 brake complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, 21% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 80,000. Three related recalls cover ABS module brake fluid leaks and delayed parts availability.
- Brakes complaints
- 42
- 21% of 198
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 80,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- ABS warning light, electronic stability control light, and parking brake light illuminate together, sometimes with no further symptoms afterward.
- Brakes reportedly activate on their own with tires locking up, independent of driver input.
- ABS wheel speed sensors fail, triggering fault codes and repeated sensor replacements.
- Brake fluid leaks inside the ABS module, raising risk of an electrical short, per the related recalls.
- Owners report warning lights returning at highway speed with the vehicle otherwise continuing to operate normally.
- Several owners report recall parts for the ABS module were not available when they brought the vehicle in for repair.
When 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport brake complaints were filed
First complaint Mar 29, 2018, latest Aug 17, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
- NHTSA 23V651000Sep 22, 2023Brakes1,649,478 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
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 fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
- NHTSA 21V303000Apr 28, 2021Brakes151,205 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: An electrical short in the ABS module can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, and inspect and replace the ABS module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 25, 2021. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-520. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 205.
- NHTSA 20V520000Aug 27, 2020Brakes151,205 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began December 22, 2020. Note: This recall has been superseded by NHTSA Recall 21V-303 and all affected vehicles will now be repaired under 21V-303. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 194.
Brakes complaints by Santa Fe Sport model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are brake problems on the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
- NHTSA lists 42 brake complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 21% of all 198 complaints filed for that year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
- Yes. NHTSA lists three related recalls: campaign 23V651000, 21V303000, and 20V520000, all covering brake fluid leaking inside the ABS module and possible electrical shorts.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this brake issue is 80,000 miles.
- Did the brake issue cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries tied to these brake complaints for the 2013 Santa Fe Sport.
- What should owners do if they get a recall notice for this issue?
- The recalls advise parking outside and away from structures until the ABS module repair is complete, though this is not a do-not-drive recall.