2014 Hyundai Santa FE acceleration & cruise control problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 22, 2025NEEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The engine has been running rough for awhile and emissions light came on. My car was having problems accelerating, 2 years ago the light came on but didn’t stay on so the dealer couldn’t diagnose problem.

   NHTSA complaint #11688912 · source
2. Filed Aug 28, 2025MAEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   In relation to this incident, approximately 3,00 miles after an oil change, the engine oil drain plug fell out and caused all oil to leak and cause engine damage. Engine oil change was at approximately 125,000 miles. Drain plug fell out at approximately 128,000 miles. No warning lights or symptoms were present prior to vehicle shutting off and dying while driving. Vehicle was then towed to shop who previously did oil change. Shop confirmed drain plug was missing and oil…

   NHTSA complaint #11683753 · source
3. Filed Mar 24, 2025TNElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Loss of acceleration and stuttering when I was trying to get up to speed on the interstate going up a hill. Instantly blinking check engine light. Won't go above 2000rpm or 60mph. P1326 code read glow relay short circuit

   NHTSA complaint #11650108 · source
4. Filed Oct 7, 2024ILEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   I have been notified that I am in need of a new engine due to possible complete engine failure which is on the near horizon. I have the Lambda II V6 3.3L engine. It is knocking, making noises, hesitates to go, feels like it will stall out at all speeds, and is scaring me terribly. My certified local mechanic replaced a part for failed emissions, which cost almost $900. However the check engine light came back on. They stated I must go to Hyundai because they did not believe…

   NHTSA complaint #11618527 · source
5. Filed Apr 18, 2024CACrashTowedBrakesElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

   1) What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? I tried to park in the parking space next to it by making a slight right turn. As soon as I stepped on the brake to park, the car began to rush forward. I noticed again and again that my foot was slamming on the brakes, but the car didn't stop. My car went over the ledge between the parking lot and the store, slammed into the pillar of the building on the left, smashed all…

   NHTSA complaint #11583949 · source
6. Filed Mar 9, 2024CTEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   Same issue with my Santa Fe Sport with the engine burning oil. It left me stranded on a back road up hill when it just slowly stopped accelerating and shut off. I had it towed to Hyundai dealership who wanted me to purchase a brand new engine. After talking to a friend who is a mechanic he told me about the lawsuit going on. I confronted Hyundai with this new information I had gotten. I was able to get the engine replace but I’m appalled at Hyundais sketchy way of trying to…

   NHTSA complaint #11576352 · source
7. Filed Jan 21, 2024PAAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Check engine light came on and was blinking. Had to get it towed. There is an engine recall on my vehicle. Full diagnostics test was run showing faulty engine due to the engine recall.

   NHTSA complaint #11566846 · source
8. Filed Jul 13, 2023CAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Car not shifting correctly. No power. Could not gain speed to merge into traffic. Was intermittent for months finally the engine light came on. My mechanics diagnostic showed it was the turbo charger. There is a service bulletin 22-22-EM-004H

   NHTSA complaint #11532087 · source
9. Filed Jun 13, 2023FLElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Hi I'm in the car with my granddaughter 9 years old We will ready to visit my oldest son his daughter my 3rd grandchild 9 months old.my 9 year old granddaughter we were on I75 north ready to change lanes into the right slow lane as I am ready to merge onto exit 275 Ramp Land o lakes. I notice my rpm numbers are at zero, my SUV was losing speed, I had a green 18 wheeler tractor trailer exactly on my back end of my Hyundai Santa fe sport 2014, exactly on top of us. I can see…

   NHTSA complaint #11526888 · source
10. Filed Mar 9, 2023FLBrakesAcceleration & Cruise ControlSteering

    I received a notice of recall on the ABS for my Hyundai Santa Fe 2014 Sport. My ABS light recently illuminated, I went to the Hyundai site to make an appt. I was given one a week out, while waiting for the appt my brake lights wouldn’t turn off unless I disconnected the battery. I took the vehicle to the dealership in Brevard Fl, the guy kept trying to upsell me $180 for diagnostics and that I had to pay it for every light on. Which I explained had all happened since the ABS…

    NHTSA complaint #11510999 · source
11. Filed May 2, 2022MAEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

    While driving on the MA Route 90 on April 29, 2022, the vehicle stopped accelerating and became unsafe drive. I brought the car to Midas and was told that the car needed a new engine. I contacted a Hyundai dealer and was told that they could not look at the car as they had over a hundred Hyundai engines to replace. Prior to this incident, there were no warning lights or messages. I have learned that there seems to be significant problems with many Hyundai models. I believe…

    NHTSA complaint #11463094 · source
12. Filed Jun 20, 2021AREngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

    Hyuandi recalled Santa Fe 2.4L engines. Ignoring and refuses to acknowledge many 3.3L Santa Fe’s SAME engine failures as they have had lawsuits over. I’m reaching out AGAIN demanding investigations EVERY FAILED ENGINE REPORTED. Denying accountability For the safety of their customers! My engine blew driving onI-40 interstate. I was accelerating to pass a vehicle. During my attempted acceleration I lost all petal pressure and my foot went to the floor. The RPM’s spiked up…

    NHTSA complaint #11421578 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology