2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
40/100
#4 most-complained of 6 Santa Fe Sport years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has 161 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 40, and ranks 4th worst of 6 model years, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other years. Engine problems dominate at 65% of complaints, with 5 recalls including a fuel pipe and ABS module issue.
- Complaints
- 161
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 15
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21.5
- 19 city / 25.5 hwy
Top 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine105 (65%)
- Brakes32 (20%)
- Electrical System22 (14%)
- Other15 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain13 (8%)
- Fuel System10 (6%)
- Structure & Body7 (4%)
- Steering5 (3%)
- Lane Departure3 (2%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (2%)
What owners report
- Engine loses oil without warning lights coming on, leading to bone-dry oil and a clogged oil line.
- Engine seizes or locks up suddenly while driving at highway speed, sometimes with a loud bang and smoke in the cabin.
- Engine stalls at speed, followed by smoke and warning lights, requiring engine replacement.
- ABS module or wiring under the hood catches fire, sometimes while the vehicle is parked and powered off.
- Dashboard shows brake, ABS, and hill descent control warning lights that stay on, followed by the steering wheel becoming loose.
- Vehicle catches fire near the front wheel or under the hood with visible flames and smoke, even after being parked for hours.
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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.
- NHTSA 18V934000Dec 28, 2018Engine150,730 vehicles
Engine
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V-568 and 17V-226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's recall number for this recall is 180.
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 25.5 MPG
- Combined
- 21.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,025
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other Santa Fe Sport years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport reliable?
- Compared with other Santa Fe Sport model years, 2014 ranks 4th worst of 6 years tracked, with a complaint index of 40 and a "Good" verdict. It has fewer complaints (161) than the 2013, 2017, and 2018 model years.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2014 Santa Fe Sport?
- Engine problems make up 65% of complaints (105 of 161), with a median mileage at failure of 70,000 miles for the vehicle overall and 75,500 miles for engine-specific complaints.
- Does the 2014 Santa Fe Sport have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2014 Santa Fe Sport, covering brake fluid leaks in the ABS module, a high-pressure fuel pipe connection, a corroding secondary hood latch cable, and engine bearing wear from a machining error.
- How does the 2014 Santa Fe Sport compare to the 2017 and 2018 model years?
- The 2014 model year has a complaint index of 40, well below the 2017 (80) and 2018 (100) model years, which are rated "Avoid." The 2014 has fewer complaints too: 161 versus 350 in 2017 and 320 in 2018.
- Are there fire reports for the 2014 Santa Fe Sport?
- NHTSA data lists 15 fire reports for the 2014 Santa Fe Sport out of 161 total complaints, with several tied to the engine and ABS/brake system.