2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz: 1 recall, 35 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering Vehicle recall #24V412000 · 2024 · 795 vehicles
What's wrong: The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly May short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Why it matters: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2024.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (11): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (5), noise or vibration (4), stalls / loses power (3).
- Engine (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (3).
- Speed control / throttle (5): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (3).
- Other / unknown (4): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz has 35 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 5 Santa Cruz model years for complaints (well below the 65 average). Complaints peaked in 2024 (17 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 1,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (79 complaints, 2 recalls), 2025 (19 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 26 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 25 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz problems?
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (11), engine (6), speed control / throttle (5).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.