2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Report
Known issues, recalls, running costs, and what to check before you buy.
Overall Score
Key Takeaways
- Significant safety recall activity, including critical issues with airbags and engine fasteners, necessitates verification of completed repairs.
- Early-life complaints frequently cite electrical system faults and powertrain issues, impacting drivability and reliability.
- Forward Collision Avoidance systems, specifically Adaptive Cruise Control, are a notable complaint area, often described as overly sensitive.
- The vehicle's 4-star overall safety rating is a strong point, but buyers must weigh this against documented reliability concerns.
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe
Critical Failure Risk
Complaints indicate transmission slipping, hesitation, and stalling, particularly concerning with the automatic transmission. This can compromise drivability and safety.
Early detection can help you avoid a $500-$2,500 repair.
Safety & Bulletins
Owner Complaints
Performance & Efficiency
Reliability
Practicality
The score is mainly limited by high fuel consumption.
Who This Car Is For
Best for
Buyers prioritizing interior space and practicality over long-term, trouble-free ownership.
+2 more buyer-fit notes in the full report
Avoid if
Buyers seeking a vehicle with a proven track record of minimal issues and low repair costs.
+2 more buyer-fit warnings in the full report
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Reliability Analysis
Explore comprehensive reliability data including official safety recalls, consumer complaints, and common mechanical failures for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Vehicle Specs
- Fuel Type
- Regular
- Transmission
- Automatic (AM-S8)
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Body Style
- Suv
- EPA Combined MPG
- 22
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Most Common Issues
1. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Most reportedUsage: 7 reports
2. Electrical System
Usage: 7 reports
First Service Interval
- Oil Change (5W-30 Synthetic) (Parts: 5W-30 Synthetic Oil, Oil Filter) - Tire Rotation and Inspection - Brake Inspection - Cabin Air Filter Replacement
Est. shop cost: $150 - $250
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?
The CarFocal Reliability Score for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe is 5.1/10. Reliability score is 5.1/10. NHTSA recalls: 13. Owner complaints: 66.
How practical is the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe for daily use?
Practicality score is 5.0/10. The score is mainly limited by high fuel consumption. EPA combined economy is 22 MPG.
What is the overall score for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The CarFocal Overall Score for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe is 6.1/10. Overall score is 6.1/10 (Mixed). Confidence 85%. Maintenance 8.1/10. Practicality 5.0/10.
What does it cost to own and maintain a 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Based on Carfocal's data, First listed service: - Oil Change (5W-30 Synthetic) (Parts: 5W-30 Synthetic Oil, Oil Filter) - Tire Rotation and Inspection - Brake Inspection - Cabin Air Filter Replacement at 7,500 miles. Estimated first-year maintenance: $400 - $700. Repair prediction highlight: Transmission (typical at 75,000 miles, estimated cost Min: $1,500 • Max: $3,500).
What engine is in the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Engine specs list 4 • 2.5.
What transmission does the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe use?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe, transmission is Automatic (AM-S8). The paired drivetrain is All-Wheel Drive.
What is the combined EPA MPG for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
EPA combined estimate is 22 MPG.
What kind of powertrain does the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe use?
Powertrain classification is Hybrid (HEV).
What driver assistance and safety features are available on the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
16 standard and 1 optional driver assistance features. Key features include Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control.
What body style is the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe, body style is suv.
What drivetrain does the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe use?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe, drivetrain is All-Wheel Drive. Transmission is Automatic (AM-S8).
What are the NHTSA safety ratings for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
NHTSA ratings: Overall 4/5 • Frontal 4/5 • Side 5/5 • Rollover 4/5.
What are the most common forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control problems on the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Top complaint category: forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control (7 reports, 10.6% of complaints).
Are there open safety recalls on the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
This model year has 13 official safety campaigns listed.
Should buyers consider alternatives to the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Alternatives listed in this guide: 2025 Toyota Highlander and 2025 Honda CR-V.