repaired · 2026 Q3
Front: anchorage
NewRisk. A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
2025 Hyundai Santa FE HybridProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 113 owner complaints about the 2025 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Chanokchon, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid has problems
113 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
36Electrical system
34Engine1 crash/fire/injury
31Fuel/propulsion system
27Power train1 crash/fire/injury
22Vehicle speed control2 crash/fire/injury
16Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
5Lane departure
4Back over prevention
3Service brakes
1912 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 36 | 0 |
| Engine | 34 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 31 | 0 |
| Power train | 27 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 22 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 16 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 5 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| 12 other systems | 19 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2025 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Side/window: curtain
NewRisk. Side curtain air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Best & worst years
2025 vs. every other Santa FE Hybrid year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Santa FE Hybrid median. How we score
'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2025 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid safety ratings
2025 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Santa FE Hybrid owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My vehicle has experienced multiple incidents in which occupants, including children, were trapped inside because the doors would not unlock or open. There have also been multiple incidents where the keys became locked inside the vehicle. Electronic unlocking controls have failed without warning.…
Vehicle is 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid. Component that failed was the electrical system, specifically, the 12 V battery drained leaving the vehicle's electrical systems completely dead. Happened on two occasions: first in XXX, and second in XXX. Vehicle had to be towed in both instances. Our…
The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65-70 MPH, the vehicle shut off. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. During an oil change appointment, the dealer informed the contact of Hyundai TSB Number:…
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