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2018 Hyundai Santa Fe SportProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 417 owners and 4 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
417
Crashes
8
Fires
11
Recalls
4
TSBs
175
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 417 complaints, 8 crashes, 11 fires, and 4 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

oil consumption

6 complaints • Severity 7/10

$X,XXX
2

blown engine

5 complaints • Severity 9.2/10

$X,XXX
3

rodents chewing wires

2 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
4

hesitation when accelerating

2 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
5

ac stops working

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

208 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 60K miles.

!Inspect the BrakesMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

48
0–30K
12
30–60K
22
60–90K
15
90–120K
18
120–150K
5
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (48 reports) • Median: 60K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (208 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Engine208 (50%)
Brakes48 (12%)
Other38 (9%)
Fuel System33 (8%)
Electrical21 (5%)
Drivetrain18 (4%)
Speed Control10 (2%)
Airbags7 (2%)

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 50% of all reports filed for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, with 208 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 60,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 60K-mile mark.

Brakes Issues

Brakes complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, with 48 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, with 33 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 5% of all reports filed for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, with 21 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

2
17
15
18
23
19
12
20
13
21
81
22
74
23
64
24
74
25
59
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (4 recalls)

17V577000Nov 2017

SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS

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.

17V801000Feb 2018

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

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.

22V056000Park OutsideMay 2022

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

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.

22V810000Park OutsideNov 2022

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (2)

1 investigation still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.

AQ23002OpenOpened Nov 2023

Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

DP22003ClosedOpened Sep 2022 · closed Dec 2023

Loss of Motive Power

ENGINE

The worst model year for the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is the 2013 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 417 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 4 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

Other Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Model Years

201820172016201520142013
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2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is related to the engine, with 208 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport reliable?
The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has 417 complaints, 8 crash reports, and 11 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
NHTSA rates the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport have any recalls?
Yes, the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has 4 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Hyundai Santa Fe Sport problems start?
Based on 120 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 60,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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