2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 3 NHTSA recalls and 181 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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Buyer Beware — 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
The 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe shows a notably poor reliability profile for this model year. Consider an alternative year or have a thorough pre-purchase inspection done by an independent mechanic.
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NHTSA Recalls
3 recalls on record
181
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
12
Crashes + Injuries
8 fire reports
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NHTSA Recalls — 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (3)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Hyundai dealer at no charge to the owner.
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Most Common Problems — 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
Based on 181 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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Hyundai Santa Fe — Complaints by Year
Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2011 model year is highlighted.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
Is the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has 3 recalls and 181 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated issues — consider alternatives or a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe have?
The 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has 3 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe are: Engine, Electrical System, Steering, Power Train. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe safe to buy?
The 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 3 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Hyundai Santa Fe should I buy?
Use the year comparison chart above to identify which model years have the fewest reported problems for the Hyundai Santa Fe.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit
NHTSA.gov/recalls.