2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 67 brake complaints for the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe, 14% of its 493 total complaints that year. Owners report complete or partial brake failure, some tied to fluid leaks and a related brake recall (campaign 23V651000). Median mileage at failure was 70,100.
- Brakes complaints
- 67
- 14% of 493
- Crashes reported
- 5
- Fires reported
- 4
- Injuries reported
- 8
- Median mileage
- 70,100 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report sudden loss of braking while driving at low speed, resulting in collisions with other vehicles.
- Some owners describe complete brake failure traced to loss of brake fluid, with fluid leaking from ABS module brake lines and loose brake line fittings.
- Owners report the brake pedal going hard with no stopping power during highway braking, causing rear-end collisions.
- Some owners heard a loud grinding noise when braking in stop-and-go traffic and needed much more pressure and distance to stop the vehicle.
- One owner reported the recall repair part for the brake hydraulic system was not yet available months after the recall was issued.
When 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 20, 2015, latest Mar 28, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe
- 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.
Brakes complaints by Santa Fe model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe have?
- NHTSA lists 67 brake-related complaints for the 2014 Santa Fe, which is 14% of the 493 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- Yes. Recall campaign 23V651000 covers the brake system on the 2014 Santa Fe and other Hyundai models; it does not carry a do-not-drive order but does advise parking outside away from structures.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 70,100 miles at the time of the reported brake failure.
- Did the brake problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data tied to this complaint area for the 2014 Santa Fe records 5 crashes, 4 fires, and 8 injuries.