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โ 5 open recallsโ 182 owner complaintsโ Partial VIN decode only
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VIN 5NMS3DAJ4NH356821 identifies a sport utility vehicle โ the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL w/ Premium Pkg. This specific unit was assembled at the ALABAMA, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Hyundai's North American production plants. It is equipped with 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 and a 2.5L 4 Cyl engine producing 191 hp.
This vehicle carries a significant 5 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger, power train:automatic transmission. All recalls must be repaired by a Hyundai dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 36 MPG combined (33 city / 41 highway), which represents above-average fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $1750 at national average gas prices. It scores 7/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 248 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL w/ Premium Pkg falls in an estimated used-market range of $19,300โ$25,600. The high recall count may suppress resale value โ factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe
The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe is a sport utility vehicle. For detailed model history and owner reviews, see Edmunds, Car and Driver, or Consumer Reports for the 2022 model year evaluation.
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VIN Decoded
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Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Plant: ALABAMA, UNITED STATES (USA)
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NHTSA Recalls
5 Open Recalls
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa...
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa...
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa...
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Owner Complaints
182 filed with NHTSA
Vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe | Current Mileage: 140,000...
Beginning on 04/17/2026, my vehicle began displaying multiple safety-related...
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Fuel Economy
36 MPG Combined
City: 33 MPG
Hwy: 41 MPG
Combined: 36 MPG
Fuel: Gasoline
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$19,300โ$25,600
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Safety Recalls
21V52400009/07/2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021....
22V19700028/03/2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer...
22V74600006/10/2022
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which...
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free...
23V18100017/03/2023
TRAILER HITCHES
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through...
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and...
24V87900021/11/2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display....
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at...
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Owner Complaints
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE06/10/2026
Vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe | Current Mileage: 140,000...
Vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe | Current Mileage: 140,000 Description of Safety Defect: While operating a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe at speed, the vehicle suffered a sudden, complete,...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE06/04/2026
Beginning on 04/17/2026, my vehicle began displaying multiple safety-related...
Beginning on 04/17/2026, my vehicle began displaying multiple safety-related dashboard warnings simultaneously, accompanied by audible alerts. The warnings included the Forward Collision Safety System, Blind-Spot Monitoring, Electronic Parking...
BACK OVER PREVENTION06/04/2026
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe. The...
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while in reverse (R) on several occasions the rearview camera went completely white and the camera...
SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM06/02/2026
Engine light for car read codes PO 304 303...
Engine light for car read codes PO 304 303 420 prior to sale of car per code read out taken when engine light went off shortly after my...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION06/02/2026
I PUT MY VEHICLE IN PARK AND VEHICLE CONTINUED...
I PUT MY VEHICLE IN PARK AND VEHICLE CONTINUED TO MOVE, IT MOVED OVER A CURB AND INTO A WALL. I BROUGHT VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP NEXT DAY AND...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM05/30/2026
While driving to work, the rear driver-side window suddenly...
While driving to work, the rear driver-side window suddenly fell down into the door without warning. The power window/regulator system appears to have failed. The window would not...
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM05/16/2026
This vehicle has experienced: โข Multiple roadside breakdowns โข...
This vehicle has experienced: โข Multiple roadside breakdowns โข Three fuel injector system failures โข 2 complete transmission failures and replacements โข Loss of propulsion โข Fuel and...
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE05/06/2026
when vehicle accelerates from stopping position motor immediately increases...
when vehicle accelerates from stopping position motor immediately increases rpm's from 700 to about 4,000 and increases and decreases with jerking motion. sometimes much difficulty controlling speed and...
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This vehicle has 5 open recall(s). Use this as leverage — ask the seller to confirm all recalls are resolved or reduce the price accordingly. Unresolved recalls cost dealers time and money to fix.
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 182 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,490/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 5NMS3DAJ4NH356821 decode to?+
VIN 5NMS3DAJ4NH356821 decodes to a 2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe SEL w/ Premium Pkg, assembled in ALABAMA, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe have?+
This 2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe has 5 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a HYUNDAI dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs โ they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe SEL w/ Premium Pkg is estimated at $19,300โ$25,600. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe get?+
According to EPA data, the 2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe gets approximately 36 MPG combined (33 city / 41 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,750.