Hyundai Santa Cruz complaints by model year
323 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 2024 | 35 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 79 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| 2022 | 185 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2022–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 90 | 25 | 11 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 51 | 20 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 36 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 22 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 21 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 8 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 9 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Hyundai Santa Cruz recalls (9)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Santa Cruz model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V316000 | May 18, 2026 | Forward Collision Avoidance System May Activate Brakes Unexpectedly | 2025, 2026 | 29.2% |
| 26V047000 | Jan 26, 2026 | Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 101 | 2026 | 92.5% |
| 25V809000 | Nov 20, 2025 | Side Curtain Air Bags May Not Deploy Properly | 2025, 2026 | 64.7% |
| 24V877000 | Nov 20, 2024 | Vehicle Roll Away from Improperly Routed Wiring | 2025 | 96.5% |
| 24V412000 | Jun 5, 2024 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2024 | 96% |
| 23V181000 | Mar 17, 2023 | Tow Hitch Harness Fire While Parked or Driving | 2022, 2023 | 88.2% |
| 23V038000 | Jan 31, 2023 | Roof Moldings May Detach | 2022, 2023 | 89.6% |
| 22V746000 | Oct 6, 2022 | Loss of Drive Power | 2022 | 97.1% |
| 22V197000 | Mar 28, 2022 | Turbocharger Oil Supply Pipe May Leak | 2022 | 100% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | pu/cc fwd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | pu/cc fwd |
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | pu/cc early release fwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | pu/cc fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Hyundai Santa Cruz FAQ
How many recalls has the Hyundai Santa Cruz had?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns that cover at least one Hyundai Santa Cruz model year from 2022 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common Hyundai Santa Cruz problems?
Across the 2022–2026 model years, owners most often name the power train, engine, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Hyundai Santa Cruz get?
EPA rates the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz at 20 to 25 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.