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Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid from 2022 to 2023: 47 owner complaints and 7 recalls across 2 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (27), 2023 (20). Best fuel economy: 33 mpg combined (2023).

Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid
Photo: Benespit · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical12
Engine9
Fuel & propulsion9
Other / unknown7
Transmission & drivetrain7
Forward collision avoidance7
Lane departure5
Steering4

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
202252733
202322033

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (27), 2023 (20).

How many recalls has the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid had?

Across 2022–2023, NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).