Does the 2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport, the most recent reported on June 5, 2017 (Latches/locks/linkages: hood, latch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport?

Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (43 complaints), followed by unknown or other (14).

How many 2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 70 complaints report a crash and 11 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport recalls and problems

1 recall and 70 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport recalls

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.

Engine43
Unknown or other14
Electrical system7
Air bags4
Fuel/propulsion system4
Engine and engine cooling3
Power train3
Service brakes3
Service brakes, hydraulic3
Structure2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 11, 2026 · Engine · fire reported
While driving I smelled gasoline then it turned to a burnt smell, engine turned off. Got to side of the road and engine caught fire. Firetrucks and police arrived. Car is totaled entire engine bay was up in flames. Car has been towed.

Sep 21, 2026 · Electrical system · 170,395 miles
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the Facebook Marketplace advertisement and odometer reading were 114,841 miles. However, approximately one hour…

Sep 8, 2026 · Engine · 111,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that there was coolant in the engine and that the knock sensor detection system needed…

Sep 3, 2026 · Suspension · crash reported
Was traveling along a city street with parked cars on the passenger side of my vehicle. Axle or wheel broke and veered into parked vehicle severing the engine wiring harness not allowing the airbag to deploy.

Aug 10, 2026 · Engine and engine cooling · 105,225 miles · fire reported
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH and attempting to overtake another vehicle, the vehicle lost automotive power and decelerated with the check engine, battery, and oil warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was parked on the shoulder of the…

Santa FE Sport model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2013	6	200	1	15
2014	5	164	0	16
2015	3	84	1	6
2016	1	70	4	11
2017	3	356	5	7
2018	4	323	7	8

Across all years, the 2017 Santa FE Sport has the most complaints (356). All Hyundai Santa FE Sport years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport, the most recent reported on June 5, 2017 (Latches/locks/linkages: hood, latch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport?: Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (43 complaints), followed by unknown or other (14).
How many 2016 Hyundai Santa FE Sport complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 70 complaints report a crash and 11 a fire; 3 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 11, 2026.