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5XYZUDLB8DG••••••2013 Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT
This build draws 2.7× more complaints than the average 2013 Hyundai SANTA FE SPORT build (7 vs 3).
7on this build
181on the model
69builds in total
Most reportedService Brakes 4Steering 1Seats 1Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1
What owners of this build wrote
Engine And Engine CoolingFeb 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was jerking abnormally. Additionally, the contact stated that while accelerating from a complete stop, the vehicle responded after several attempts and was…
Service BrakesSep 2023
NHTSA Recall Number23V651000 - I was told this issue would be fixed by November 2024. To date "no remedy has been identified" per Hyundai, however, the same thing happened in other vehicles with this manufacturer and a remedy has been implemented, the ABS brake module has been…
Unknown Or OtherJun 2023
2013 hyundai santa fe sport. The door locking mechanism is not functioning. Even while I am driving it will say my door is ajar. When I lock the doors they automatically unlock themselves. The alarm goes off for no apparent reason while I am at work. I am constantly having to go…
WheelsNov 2016
Both rear calipers were substantially frozen and had to be replaced. Auto has 20,000 miles
SteeringJan 2013
Vehicle was purchased around january 30th, 2013, at the time of the test drive I noticed a lot of wind noise in the cabin and the vehicle would not stay in a straight line at 55 mph, it would sway left to right. Against my better judgment I still purchased this vehicle. The…
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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 5XYZUDLB8DG073746 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.