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VIN 5NMS54AL0PH554143 identifies a sport utility vehicle โ the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy. This specific unit was assembled at the MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Hyundai's North American production plants. It is equipped with 4x2 and a 2.5L 4 Cyl engine producing 281 hp.
This vehicle carries an 1 open NHTSA recall. Affected systems include trailer hitches. All recalls must be repaired by a Hyundai dealer at no charge to the owner. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 31 MPG combined (28 city / 36 highway), which represents reasonable fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $2000 at national average gas prices. It scores 6/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 288 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy falls in an estimated used-market range of $21,900โ$29,100. The recall history may provide some negotiating leverage. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2023 HYUNDAI Santa Fe
The 2023 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 2023 model year evaluation.
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Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Plant: MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA, UNITED STATES (USA)
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NHTSA Recalls
1 Open Recall
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa...
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Owner Complaints
196 filed with NHTSA
We were at full stop with Auto Hold feature...
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe. The...
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Fuel Economy
31 MPG Combined
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Combined: 31 MPG
Fuel: Gasoline
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Market estimate
$21,900โ$29,100
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IIHS Top Safety PickTSP+Theft Risk LevelNormal Theft Risk
Safety Recalls
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...
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
ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE06/11/2026
We were at full stop with Auto Hold feature...
We were at full stop with Auto Hold feature enabled. Car lurched / jumped forward with no depression of the gas pedal. This caused us to strike the...
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE06/08/2026
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe. The...
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving and decelerating to approximately 10 MPH onto an exit ramp, the vehicle suddenly stalled...
I was driving down the road and came to a stop at a stop light. After accelerating again my car lost the ability to increase speed above 20...
POWER TRAIN05/28/2026
Hyundai Corporate is refusing to ground or provide alternative...
Hyundai Corporate is refusing to ground or provide alternative transportation for a documented, warranty-covered engine cooling fault (Code P2181), creating a highway stalling risk. Hyundai's legal compliance team...
POWER TRAIN05/28/2026
While running errands around town, I noticed my 2023...
While running errands around town, I noticed my 2023 Sante Fe 2.5T was sluggish shifting out of first gear into second. The RPMS revved to about 3K before...
My vehicle activates the emergency braking system while driving....
My vehicle activates the emergency braking system while driving. It has happened several times now, almost causing a collision. I took it to the dealership, they held it...
POWER TRAIN05/26/2026
Shifter malfunction has appeared since I bought the vehicle...
Shifter malfunction has appeared since I bought the vehicle new. Once I took it in, they said it was the software. The vehicle now skipped and hesitate in...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER05/24/2026
Two unsafe scenarios in past two months: 1) Driving...
Two unsafe scenarios in past two months: 1) Driving 80 mph, engine misfire, vehicle will not accelerate past 1 rpm, had to drive home from out of town...
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This vehicle has 1 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 196 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,230/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 5NMS54AL0PH554143 decode to?+
VIN 5NMS54AL0PH554143 decodes to a 2023 HYUNDAI Santa Fe Calligraphy, assembled in MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2023 HYUNDAI Santa Fe have?+
This 2023 HYUNDAI Santa Fe has 1 open recall 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 2023 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 2023 HYUNDAI Santa Fe?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2023 HYUNDAI Santa Fe Calligraphy is estimated at $21,900โ$29,100. 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 2023 HYUNDAI Santa Fe get?+
According to EPA data, the 2023 HYUNDAI Santa Fe gets approximately 31 MPG combined (28 city / 36 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $2,000.