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2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE Safety Overview

The 2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 2 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
  • Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for HYUNDAI SANTA FE owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE 13V113000

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007...

Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V113000: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/1/2013
2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE 10V613000

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SANTA FE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 28, 20...

AS A RESULT, BRAKE FLUID WILL LEAK, FOLLOWED BY ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT INDICATING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL IS LOW AND SHOULD BE CHECKED, THEN A SOFT OR SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL FEEL, AND IF NOT SERVICED, REDUCED BRAKING POWER WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 10V613000: AS A RESULT, BRAKE FLUID WILL LEAK, FOLLOWED BY ILLUMINATION OF THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/9/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.