2017 Hyundai Santa FE Sport brakes problems

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• Recall 22V056000Feb 3, 2022357,348 vehiclesPark outside
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.

  Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

  Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.

What owners say

1. Filed Apr 21, 2026SCBrakesEngineSeats & Seat Belts

   My ABS Lights the triangle with the ! In the middle goes in and off the down hill control light and the sweet control light all go on when the ABS light goes on my oil was completely dry had to add two quarts while the engine was ticking when started and when accelerating it was making a clicking noise I still had 3000 miles before needed an oil change but like I said it was bone dry and then the drivers seat was going back and not wanting to come back up I’ve only had the…

   NHTSA complaint #11732824 · source
2. Filed May 13, 2025GABrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   My ABS and Traction Control lights keep going off, intermittently. They have been doing it for several years.It can be for hours or for days. I took a video of it happening a couple years ago, and photos, also. More recently my speedometer has started jumping. I had the ABS recall performed when it was first implemented. When I've taken my vehicle to Hyundai (twice now specifically for this) they say they can see no codes and will do nothing. From what I have read on the ABS…

   NHTSA complaint #11660614 · source
3. Filed May 6, 2025ALBrakesEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   While driving on a highway in April 2025, my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport suddenly lost all power after approximately 10 minutes of normal driving. All dashboard warning lights illuminated, and both the accelerator and brake pedals became unresponsive. I was forced to stop the vehicle using the handbrake in the middle of a 65 mph highway, creating an extremely dangerous situation for myself and other drivers. Prior to this incident, the vehicle had displayed the P1326 knock…

   NHTSA complaint #11659213 · source
4. Filed Nov 13, 2024GABrakes

   All the ABS, Traction Control lights come on at various times. They will stay on for hours to days and then go off. I asked Hyundai to fix it, even took a pic with me when I was there last, and they said there was nothing wrong with it. It still does it. I don't know if anything is actually wrong, a bad sensor, or what. It has been doing it for 2 years. The speed of the vehicle does not matter. When it comes on, it can be from start or during driving. Sometimes restarting…

   NHTSA complaint #11624993 · source
5. Filed May 26, 2023MNBrakes

   The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled; however, upon taking the vehicle to the dealer, the contact was informed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…

   NHTSA complaint #11524044 · source
6. Filed Mar 24, 2023100,000 miCABrakesEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic where she was informed that the vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brake, Hydraulics). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it remained. The manufacturer was not notified of the…

   NHTSA complaint #11513664 · source
7. Filed Feb 9, 2023TXBrakes

   The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

   NHTSA complaint #11506465 · source
8. Filed Dec 8, 2022TNBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   I am concerned about the length of time this recall is taking. My dealership made an appointment for March 15, 2023 and told me it is just to look at it and decide if they need to order the part. This does not sound safe. If something happens between now and then can I hold them responsible. I have made the effort. Can I go to a regular mechanic to have this fixed

   NHTSA complaint #11496624 · source
9. Filed Nov 21, 202288,000 miPABrakes

   The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS warning light illuminated, and the vehicle shut off. Additionally, the vehicle had experienced several electrical failures including the headlights randomly turning off and on and the vehicle not immediately starting. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11494370 · source
10. Filed Nov 17, 202245,000 miFLBrakes

    The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who informed her that a diagnostic test was needed before the vehicle could be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

    NHTSA complaint #11494014 · source
11. Filed Nov 8, 202257,235 miILFireTowedBrakes

    The contact owned a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The stated while the vehicle was parked in the driveway of her residence, her husband attempted to start the vehicle using the key fob but the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that as her husband approached the vehicle, he noticed a significant amount of smoke and flames inside the vehicle. Additionally, the doors of the vehicle failed to unlock. The contact stated that her husband was able to open the doors and…

    NHTSA complaint #11492818 · source
12. Filed Sep 4, 2022GABrakesEngine

    I took my Hyundai to the dealer Anderson Hyundai in Anderson SC in March 2022 for an issue with all 3 of the brake warning lights coming on and was told that there was a recall. I was told that they took care of the issue. A week later all 3 lights came on again and the service manager informed me that that fix didn't work. I was also told that my car could catch fire and that I should receive another notice. When I received that 2nd recall notice I was then told that they…

    NHTSA complaint #11482848 · source

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