Short answer: The biggest problems with the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe are electrical system issues, transmission problems, and engine problems.
Transmission issues are the most common while electrical system problems and engine problems aren’t as common. Some of these problems have even resulted in recalls: Hyundai has issued six for this vehicle.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a midsize SUV designed to provide a comfortable ride with modern technology and safety features.
While many drivers experience reliable ownership, some encounter defects that affect safety and usability. In this article, we go over the most reported problems with the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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Common 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Problems
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Transmission Issues
Some owners have reported hesitation, jerking, or abnormal shifting behavior.
Rough Shifting or Hesitation
- Severity: Moderate to severe; transmission hesitation or harsh shifting can make the vehicle unpredictable, especially during acceleration or merging.
- Manufacturer’s Response: Hyundai issued Recall 24V-529 due to a defect that may allow the vehicle to roll away when in Park because of a transmission-related control issue. While this recall is not specifically for rough shifting, it involves the transmission control system and may overlap with drivability concerns.
- Fix: Dealers will update the transmission control software and inspect related components as needed, free of charge.
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Electrical System Problems
Owners of the 2024 Santa Fe have reported problems involving backup cameras and wiring components.
Backup Camera Failure
- Severity: Dealers will update the transmission control software and inspect related components as needed, free of charge.
- Manufacturer’s Response: Hyundai issued Recall 25V-808 due to an improperly installed rearview camera wiring harness that may cause the image not to display.
- Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera wiring harness as necessary, free of charge.
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Engine Problems
Some 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe owners have reported issues involving engine hesitation, rough running, or stalling under certain driving conditions.
Engine Hesitation or Stalling
- Severity: Moderate to severe; hesitation or stalling can result in a loss of power while driving, increasing the risk of an accident.
- Manufacturer’s Response: Hyundai has not released a TSB or recall for this issue.
- Fix: Dealers diagnose the issue by scanning for fault codes, inspecting fuel and ignition systems, and applying any available software updates or repairs.
What 2024 Santa Fe Owners Say
“Vehicle has about 4k miles. Received “transmission system error, check transmission oil immediately”. The vehicle barely drives. Has a hard time changing gears. Hyundai says there are no recalls and are not being helpful in getting help. They say everything is fine but it is clearly not working. Brand new vehicle and cannot get it fixed.”
“Transmission. Less than 6 months of buying the vehicle, Hyundai replaced the transmission and now I’m still having problems. It revved up to 2.3 rpms but didn’t change gears then jerks into gear. Not everyday but at least once a week. I’m waiting now on the dealership to look at my car now. But they’re dragging their feet.”
“The vehicle has a digital instrument panel. Today the instrumental panel started flickering, sometimes all warning lights will flash, and then the panel will go completely black/blank while driving. Sometimes a red “NO SIGNAL” warning will flash across the screen. When this happens, there’s no speedometer, engine temperature, or any information about the vehicle. This vehicle is 1-month old and has about 1300 miles.”
Steps to Take with a Defective Vehicle
Lemon laws protect consumers when a vehicle develops substantial defects during the warranty period that are not repaired after a reasonable number of attempts.
When problems affecting safety, reliability, or value continue despite dealership repairs, or when the vehicle remains out of service for an extended period, the manufacturer may be required to provide compensation, a replacement vehicle, or a refund.
Service records and repair documentation often play an important role in determining whether a vehicle qualifies under lemon law protections.
Keeping good records can make a significant difference in the success of your case, should you choose to bring one.
| Affected Model | Average Lemon Law Settlement |
| 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe | $74,375 |
*Please note, the figures presented in the chart are approximations based on past case results and should not be interpreted as a prediction or guarantee. Each case is unique and requires personalized legal guidance.
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