Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid Recalls (2022-2023)
Every recall for model year 2021 and newer · Safety warnings · California lemon law
The 2022-2023 Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid has 5 recall campaigns for model year 2021 and newer, 0 with a do-not-drive warning, 1 with a park-outside fire warning, and 0 where NHTSA’s filing shows an interim notice or no final fix. Most involve rearview camera (1), other equipment (1), fuel system (1). Check your VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup, and if your Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, it may qualify under California’s lemon law.
What recalls does the Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid have?
- 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa FE Backup Camera Recall (24V879)
November 21, 2024 · 226,118 vehicles · Rearview CameraDue to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge.
- 2021-2023 Hyundai Santa FE Trailer Hitch Recall (23V181) Park outsideRepeat recall
March 17, 2023 · 584,784 vehicles · Other EquipmentWater accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed.
- 2022 Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid Fuel Tank Recall (23V028)
January 25, 2023 · 326 vehicles · Fuel SystemThe fuel tank may have been improperly molded, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid Front Seat Belt Recall (22V816) Repeat recall
October 31, 2022 · 14,933 vehicles · Seat BeltsIn the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Fix: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge.
- 2022 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid Instrument Cluster Recall (21V00K)
December 28, 2021 · 714 vehicles · Electrical SystemThe instrument cluster liquid-crystal display (LCD) may invert the image on the screen upon vehicle startup, making the display illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk: An illegible instrument cluster will not show information such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster, free of charge.
Which Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid parts are recalled most?
| Recall area | Campaigns | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| Rearview Camera | 1 | 226,118 |
| Other Equipment | 1 | 584,784 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 326 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 14,933 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 714 |
Which Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid model years have the most recalls?
| Model year | Recalls | Campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 | 24V879000 (rearview camera), 23V181000 (other equipment), 23V028000 (fuel system), 22V816000 (seat belts), 21V00K000 (electrical system) |
| 2023 | 2 | 23V181000 (other equipment), 22V816000 (seat belts) |
How do I check my Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 5 Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Hyundai dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.
What are Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid owners reporting?
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.
| Model year | Complaints | Most reported components |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 27 | Engine (7), Electrical System (7), Fuel/Propulsion System (6) |
| 2023 | 20 | Electrical System (4), Fuel/Propulsion System (3), Visibility/Wiper (2) |
Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):
I have taken my Hyundai Santa Fe 2022 PHEV under warranty for a fix of being in reverse, the function not working, the car revs aggressively not in gear and then put it in park and the car aggressively jolts forward in park like a hard gear change.
2022 HYUNDAI Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11674817
Driving along, merging onto Interstate, various warnings such as check lane keeping assist, and warnings to stop vehicle and check brake systems. Driving approximately 50mph, the warning started to flash and speedometer dropped to zero then went back to full speed. Automatic braking was attempting to slow the car.
2022 HYUNDAI Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11634183
Horns stopped working. Consider this to be a safety issue for obvious reasons. Checked horn fuse and it was not blown. Contacted local dealer to have it repaired.
2023 HYUNDAI Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11633621
Can a recall make your Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid a lemon in California?
A recall alone does not make a Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act looks at whether a warranty defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety and was not fixed within a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
2 of the 5 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. Most are single-repair campaigns, but repeat visits for any covered defect still count.
Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.
Other Hyundai models with recalls
- Accent: 4 recalls
- Elantra: 11 recalls
- Elantra Hybrid: 6 recalls
- Elantra N: 5 recalls
- Ioniq 5: 15 recalls
- Ioniq 6: 6 recalls
- Ioniq 9: 3 recalls
- Kona: 8 recalls
- Kona Electric: 3 recalls
- Kona N: 2 recalls
- Nexo: 2 recalls
- Palisade: 15 recalls
- Palisade Hybrid: 3 recalls
- Santa Cruz: 9 recalls
- Santa FE: 18 recalls
- Santa FE Hybrid: 10 recalls
- Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid: 5 recalls
- Sonata: 7 recalls
- Sonata Hybrid: 1 recall
- Tucson: 15 recalls
- Tucson Hybrid: 4 recalls
- Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid: 4 recalls
- Veloster: 1 recall
- Veloster N: 2 recalls
- Venue: 3 recalls
Frequently asked questions about Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid recalls
How many recalls does the Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for 2021 and newer Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid vehicles as of October 1, 2026. The newest is 24V879000, filed November 21, 2024.
How do I check my Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any authorized dealer to run it. Not every vehicle of a model year is included in each recall.
Are recall repairs free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. Ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
Can I get a buyback for my Hyundai Santa FE Plug-IN Hybrid?
Possibly, if a covered defect was not fixed in a reasonable number of attempts or the vehicle spent a long time out of service. A recall alone is not enough, but repeat repairs or a failed recall fix can support a claim.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA recall and complaint data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
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