3 recalls and 84 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Hyundai Santa FE Sport.
3
recalls
84
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
6
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2015 Hyundai Santa FE Sport recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module
NHTSA campaign 21V303000 · reported April 28, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America · 151,205 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
The risk
An electrical short in the ABS module can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
The fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, and inspect and replace the ABS module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 25, 2021. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-520. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 205.
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module
NHTSA campaign 20V520000 · reported August 27, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America · 151,205 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
The risk
If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
The fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began December 22, 2020. Note: This recall has been superseded by NHTSA Recall 21V-303 and all affected vehicles will now be repaired under 21V-303. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 194.
Latches/locks/linkages: hood, latch
NHTSA campaign 17V358000 · reported June 5, 2017 · Hyundai Motor America · 437,400 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable may corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
The risk
If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Engine41
Service brakes, hydraulic16
Electrical system9
Power train7
Service brakes7
Unknown or other7
Engine and engine cooling5
Steering4
Air bags3
Fuel/propulsion system3
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Oct 20, 2026 · Structure
The factory white paint on my vehicle’s hood is suffering from severe delamination and peeling down to the bare primer and metal. The paint is flaking off in large sheets from the hood with no prior collision or physical damage. Hyundai has acknowledged a known manufacturing defect involving primer adhesion failure…
Oct 2, 2026 · Unknown or other
I had my engine replaced on … from a Hyundai dealership in […]. About a year and some months I was at the Sansone auto mall on […] in […]. I did have a transmission replaced under warranty … at that same dealership. My problem is that every so often I lose acceleration when I step on the gas. It's very random and…
Aug 21, 2026 · Engine and engine cooling
See Attached Letter For Complaint
Aug 13, 2026 · Engine
The vehicle suffered a severe engine overheating failure that created an immediate fire risk and electrical safety signaling failure. A brand-new replacement engine was installed by an authorized dealership in April 2026 under a goodwill warranty and had only been driven ~ 3,100 miles since installation. While…
Jul 15, 2026 · Engine
While I was driving my Theta engine got seized and Hyundai denied extended warranty of power train.
Does the 2015 Hyundai Santa FE Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Santa FE Sport, the most recent reported on April 28, 2021 (Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Santa FE Sport?
Owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (41 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (16).
How many 2015 Hyundai Santa FE Sport complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 84 complaints report a crash and 6 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2026.