Does the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE, the most recent reported on March 17, 2023 (Trailer hitches). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE?

Owners have filed 203 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (73 complaints), followed by unknown or other (47).

How many 2019 Hyundai Santa FE complaints mention a crash or fire?

16 of 203 complaints report a crash and 13 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2019 Hyundai Santa FE recalls and problems

2 recalls and 203 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE.

recalls

203

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.

2019 Hyundai Santa FE recalls

Trailer hitches

NHTSA campaign 23V181000 · reported March 17, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America · 584,784 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
The risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.

Air bags: side/window

NHTSA campaign 18V715000 · reported October 11, 2018 · Hyundai Motor America · 8,204 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles. The Side Curtain Air Bag (SCAB) mounting bolts may interfere with and damage the air bags during deployment.
The risk: In the event of a crash, if the air bags become damaged during deployment they may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the SCAB installation bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 177.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine73
Unknown or other47
Power train37
Electrical system27
Structure14
Forward collision avoidance13
Fuel/propulsion system12
Steering12
Service brakes11
Air bags7

What owners report

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

Oct 17, 2026 · Power train
After Hyundai 9C2 update the transmission bucks or searches for gear causing what seems to be up and down shifting.

Oct 5, 2026 · Power train
Driving at highway speed, vehicle stuttered/lurched. The check AWD, engine light, tire pressure warning lights came on. Check by mechanic resulted in error code P0741 (Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off). Search of error code P0741 indicates that there is a Technical Service Bulletin…

Oct 2, 2026 · Electrical system · fire reported
On August 14 2026, I drove my 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe approximately one mile from my residence to work at approximately 5:00 AM. The vehicle was operating normally and I experienced no warning lights, unusual noises, odors, smoke, or other indications of a problem. I parked the vehicle in an outdoor parking lot and the…

Sep 23, 2026 · Engine
On 03/26/2026, my 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe received Hyundai Service Campaign 9C2 (TSB 26-01-013H-1), which included an Engine Control Module (ECM) software update for Theta II emissions improvement. The vehicle did not have the following drivability problem before this software update. Immediately after the 9C2 update…

Sep 21, 2026 · Engine
The vehicle experienced a sudden, intermittent engine stall while driving, specifically when slowing down or coasting to a stop in live traffic. When the engine dies, the vehicle immediately loses engine power, power steering, and power braking assist, creating an extreme safety hazard. After stalling, the vehicle…

Santa FE model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2016	3	236	6	2
2017	6	971	14	23
2018	2	109	6	4
2019	2	203	16	13
2020	2	218	14	9
2021	7	167	4	2
2022	5	201	9	1

Across all years, the 2017 Santa FE has the most complaints (971). All Hyundai Santa FE years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE, the most recent reported on March 17, 2023 (Trailer hitches). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE?: Owners have filed 203 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (73 complaints), followed by unknown or other (47).
How many 2019 Hyundai Santa FE complaints mention a crash or fire?: 16 of 203 complaints report a crash and 13 a fire; 10 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 17, 2026.