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5XYZU3LB1DG••••••2013 Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT
This build draws 6.3× more complaints than the average 2013 Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT build (17 vs 3).
17on this build
190on the model
70builds in total
2involved a fire
Most reportedEngine 5Service Brakes 3Electrical System 2Fuel System 1
What owners of this build wrote
EnginefireMar 2021
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that as he pulled into his workplace, he saw smoke coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that he parked the vehicle and left. The contact…
Electrical SystemfireSep 2016
The entire inside of my santa fe is damaged due to a fire in the seat. My car was locked overnight and parked in my driveway. The doors were locked and there is no sign of forced entry. The front drivers side seat is totally burned out and damage to the drivers door is melted.…
Unknown Or OtherJul 2026
Sunroof exploded while driving
Service BrakesMar 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The…
StructureMar 2020
The paint is peeling off, started a couple of years ago, but its getting worse and worse. I jsut read about this recall that was issued. Needed to know what can be done. The front is peeled, so i added a hood front end bra, and have peeling spots all around. I try to wash only…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5XYZU3LB1DG051338 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.