How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe have?

NHTSA lists 32 Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Santa Fe, making up 5% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe related to structure or body issues?

Yes. Recall 17V358000 covers 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles where the secondary hood latch actuating cable can corrode and bind. Hyundai dealers replace the cable free of charge.

At what mileage do structure and body problems typically show up on the 2013 Santa Fe?

The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2013 Santa Fe is 23,733.5 miles.

Have Structure & Body issues on the 2013 Santa Fe led to crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 4 injuries tied to Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Santa Fe.

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 32 Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, 5% of all complaints for the year, with 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 4 injuries reported. A related recall (17V358000) covers a corroding hood latch cable. Median mileage at failure was 23,733.5 miles.

Structure & Body complaints: 32; 5% of 605
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 23,734 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Owners report the sunroof glass shattering suddenly while driving, scattering glass across the front and rear seats.
Some drivers describe all seats vibrating abnormally at 40 mph, with dealers telling them this was normal.
One owner found the vehicle's frame had rusted, discovered only after hearing a strange noise while driving at various speeds.
A fire was reported starting underneath the vehicle while driving, with smoke entering the vents before the hood and vehicle became engulfed.
One structure-related complaint involved a crash where airbags did not deploy after the vehicle struck another car.

When 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 13, 2013, latest Aug 16, 2026.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2013 to Aug 2026; peak Mar 2013 (3).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

NHTSA 17V358000Jun 5, 2017Structure & Body437,400 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable may corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Risk: If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.

Structure & Body complaints by Santa Fe model year

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

200510 (5%)
20064 (4%)
200725 (4%)
200824 (4%)
200916 (4%)
201014 (5%)
201111 (6%)
201210 (3%)
201332 (5%)
201425 (5%)
201511 (4%)
20169 (4%)
201713 (1%)
20184 (4%)
201918 (9%)
202011 (5%)
20217 (4%)
20228 (4%)
20237 (3%)
202414 (9%)
20259 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe have?: NHTSA lists 32 Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Santa Fe, making up 5% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe related to structure or body issues?: Yes. Recall 17V358000 covers 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles where the secondary hood latch actuating cable can corrode and bind. Hyundai dealers replace the cable free of charge.
At what mileage do structure and body problems typically show up on the 2013 Santa Fe?: The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2013 Santa Fe is 23,733.5 miles.
Have Structure & Body issues on the 2013 Santa Fe led to crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 4 injuries tied to Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Santa Fe.