repaired · 2023 Q2
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Park outsideRisk. An electrical short in the ABS module can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
2014 Hyundai Santa FE SportProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 164 owner complaints about the 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport, most often about the engine. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-520 the manufacturer reports only 50% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 13, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport has problems
164 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
94Engine11 crash/fire/injury
22Electrical system7 crash/fire/injury
17Service brakes, hydraulic1 crash/fire/injury
13Power train1 crash/fire/injury
10Engine and engine cooling
10Service brakes
8Fuel/propulsion system
8Structure
7Vehicle speed control
2611 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 94 | 11 |
| Electrical system | 22 | 7 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 17 | 1 |
| Power train | 13 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 10 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 10 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 3 |
| Structure | 8 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 26 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport 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 · 2022 Q3
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Park outsideRisk. If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Engine
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Hood: latch
Risk. If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open…
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repaired · 2018 Q4
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of 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.
Mileage at failure
When do engine problems start?
70kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 61 engine complaints. 79% were reported before 100,000 miles.
8under 30k miles48under 100k miles13100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other Santa FE Sport 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 Sport median. How we score
'13'14'15'16'17'18
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport safety ratings
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
5 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Hyundai Santa FE Sport, and the recalls they led to.
- Hyundai and Kia ABS Module FiresOpen
- Non-crash Vehicle FiresLed to recall 19V-204
- Loss of Motive PowerNo recall
- Engine FiresLed to recall 23V-877
- Non-crash Vehicle FiresLed to recall 20V-393
In owners' words
What Santa FE Sport owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
1. 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Theta 2 Engine Failure It was available for inspection upon request at local dealer and service After engine failedXXX abruptly while driving, it was towed to the service for inspection. 2. The Theta 2 engine in countless 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe models has been a safety risk…
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was smoke coming from the engine compartment with an abnormal burning odor entering the vehicle through the A/C vents. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and turned…
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa FE. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at 60 mph the vehicle began to shake violently, and the engine experienced a complete loss of automotive power, the service vehicle soon, ABS and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact…
Own a 2014 Santa FE Sport?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.