2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 432 owner complaints for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe. The EPA rates it 19 to 24 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 5
- Owner complaints
- 432
- Crashes / fires reported
- 13 / 12
- EPA combined
- 19–24 MPG
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe recalls
Service Brakes, HydraulicOct 27, 2022 · NHTSA 22V810000+
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 237. This recall is an expansion of recall 22V-056.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Service Brakes, HydraulicFeb 3, 2022 · NHTSA 22V056000+
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
SteeringFeb 17, 2018 · NHTSA 18V118000+
Risk: A steering wheel separation while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will check the production lot number of the steering wheel assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 173.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The steering wheel assembly may break, possibly resulting in the steering wheel separating from the steering column while driving.
Air BagsDec 13, 2017 · NHTSA 17V801000+
Risk: If the component detaches during deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, if the detached component were to enter the vehicle occupant compartment, there could be an increased risk of occupant injury.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 171.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
SuspensionSep 20, 2017 · NHTSA 17V577000+
Risk: If the coil spring fractures, it can puncture the tire, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: All of the affected vehicles are currently unsold on dealer lots. Dealers will replace both front coil springs, free of charge prior to the vehicle's sale. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 167.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The front coil springs may have been improperly manufactured and, as a result, may fracture under certain loads while driving.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Engine252
- Service Brakes68
- Unknown or Other50
- Hydraulic48
- Fuel/Propulsion System38
- Electrical System30
- Power Train28
- Engine and Engine Cooling16
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Sport FWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 21 | 27 | 24 | $2,700 |
| Santa Fe Sport FWD | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Santa Fe Sport Ultimate FWD | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Santa Fe Sport AWD | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,900 |
| Santa Fe Sport AWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,900 |
| Santa Fe FWD | 3.3 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Santa Fe Sport Ultimate AWD | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Santa Fe AWD | 3.3 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Santa Fe Ultimate FWD | 3.3 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 17 | 23 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Santa Fe Ultimate AWD | 3.3 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,400 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe, most recently for the service brakes, hydraulic (Oct 27, 2022). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe problems?
Owners filed 432 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (252), service brakes (68), unknown or other (50).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe at 19 to 24 MPG combined (best version: 21 city / 27 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.