Recalls: Hyundai CM Santa Fe
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Hyundai CM Santa Fe
2006 Hyundai CM Santa Fe: compliance plate omission
In November 2006, a recall was issued for Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles due to the seating capacity being omitted from the compliance plate (PRA 2006/8874).
2009-13 Hyundai CM Santa Fe Diesel: potential fuel leak and fire hazard
In March 2012, a recall was issued for Hyundai CM Santa Fe models fitted with the 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine and available for sale from 1 September 2009 to 13 December 2011. In these vehicles, there may be insufficient clearance between the engine cover assembly and the fuel return hose – this could result in a fuel leak which poses a hazard to other users and/or a risk of fire (PRA 2012/13062). The recalled vehicles had VINs in the followingranges:
- KMH SH81XNAU 585670 to KMH SH81XNAU 649864;
- KMH SH81XNBU 653698 to KMH SH81XNBU 785150;
- KMH SH81XNCU 813227 to KMH SH81XNCU 850129;
- KMH SH81XSAU 585630 to KMH SH81XSAU 696421;
- KMH SH81XSBU 656910 to KMH SH81XSBU 783701; and,
- KMH SH81XSCU 785582 to KMH SH81XSCU 858961.
2012 model year Hyundai CM Santa Fe Diesel: potential fuel leak
In October 2017, a recall was issued for 2012 model year Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles that had R-Series diesel engines and were available for sale from 31 August 2011 to 1 November 2011. In these vehicles, a manufacturing defect in the fuel feed hose assembly could result in a fuel leakage that could start a fire in the engine compartment. For the VINs of the recalled Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles, please see PRA 2017/16337.
2006-09 Hyundai CM Santa Fe: ABS module may short circuit
In May 2020, recall campaign 01D025 was issued for Hyundai SM and CM Santa Fe vehicles that were manufactured between 16 March 2005 and 22 September 2009. Due to a manufacturing error, an electronic control circuit board in the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) module would short circuit when the components were exposure to moisture. The short circuit posed a risk of an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle was turned off, as the circuit was constantly powered – this also increased the risk of a collision and the risk of injury to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders. The short circuit did not, however, affect the functioning of the brake system. Until the recalled vehicles had a relay kit installed on the circuit board (to prevent the power surge and risk of fire), these vehicles needed to be parked in an open space and away from flammable materials. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2020/18302.
Problems and faults: Hyundai CM Santa Fe
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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2006 Hyundai CM Santa Fe 2.7L V6 with automatic transmission: poor shift feel
In May 2006, Hyundai issued a technical bulletin for Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles that had 2.7-litre V6 petrol engines, automatic transmissions and were manufactured prior to 20 April 2006. In these vehicles, the automatic transmission may shift into its final target gear more quickly when an additional gear change was suddenly required. For example, the transmission could abruptly kick down into second gear (the target gear), having previously been on the point of shifting from third gear into fourth gear. To fix, the powertrain control module (PCM) was to be re-programmed with updated software. The affected Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles had VINs preceding KMH SH81DP6U 059231.
2006 Hyundai CM Santa Fe Diesel: difficulty accelerating and faulty fuel filter cartridges
In April 2006, Hyundai issued a technical bulletin for Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles that had diesel engines and were manufactured from 10 March 2006 to 3 April 2006. These vehicles could experience difficulty accelerating due to a faulty fuel cartridge which required replacement (part no. 31922-26910C). The affected Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles had VINs in the range KMHSG81WP6U028069 to KMHSH81WP6U051395.
Hyundai ‘R’ Diesel Engine: DTC P0401 and ‘insufficient EGR flow’
For Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles with 2.0-litre D4HA or 2.2-litre D4HB ‘R’ diesel engines, diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0401 – ‘insufficient EGR flow’ – may be logged in the engine control unit (ECU). According to a technical bulletin issued in November 2010, the most likely cause for DTC P0401 was excessive carbon deposits rather than a problem with the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve.
To diagnose these symptoms,
- The engine intake system was to be inspected for leaks (i.e. the clamps and hoses which connected the turbocharger, intercooler and intake manifolds);
- The EGR passages were to be inspected for blockages. This may reveal excessive carbon deposits in the EGR cooler;
- The EGR valve was to be inspected. Inspection of the EGR valve was a high priority if DTC P0401 occurred with any of the following:
- DTC P0402: Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Excessive Detected;
- DTC P0403: Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit (R2.2);
- DTC P0404: Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit Range/Performance;
- DTC P0405: Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Low (R2.2); and,
- DTC P0406: Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit High (R2.2).
2009-10 Hyundai CM Santa Fe V6: rain-sensing wipers do not switch to high speed setting
In February 2011, a service campaign was initiated for Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles that had 3.5-litre V6 engine and were manufactured from 1 September 2009 to 31 March 2010. For these vehicles, the rain-sensing wipers may not automatically switch to the high speed setting even when a considerable amount of rain water was detected by the rain sensor and the wiper switch was set to ‘AUTO’ mode. The bulletin attributed this to a ‘missing’ signal wire in the engine wiring loom from the rain sensor wiper relay (U/H-U) to the wiper motor.
Hyundai CM Santa Fe: brake lights not working
In June 2012, a technical service bulletin was issued due to a faulty switch terminal which could cause the brake lights to stop working. If the terminal was faulty, a warning light would illuminate on the dashboard. However, a faulty terminal could also cause the engine not to start and the cruise control function to stop working; for models with automatic transmissions, the driver may also be unable to shift the transmission lever from or into park. To fix, the switch terminal was to be replaced with a newer version.
Hyundai CM Santa Fe: peeling steering wheel cover
In August 2013, Hyundai Australia issued Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) SE03513 for Hyundai CM Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from January 2008 to June 2012. In these vehicles, the leatherette coating for the steering wheel may experience peeling. While it was previously necessary to replace the entire steering wheel, the technical service bulletin provided a procedure for replacing the steering wheel body only.
Hyundai CM Santa Fe: other problems and faults
- The Hyundai Santa Fe’s airbag light may illuminate due to a short circuit in the wiring harness under the bonnet.
- If the Santa Fe’s ‘check engine’ light illuminates and the engine hesitates or misfires, one or both of the oxygen sensors may have failed.
- The gearshift interlock module may fail, making it impossible to shift out of park.
- There may be a snapping noise from the front wheels when shifting from drive to reverse and back to drive due to excessive clearance behind the front hubs. To fix, spacers (or shims) would need to be fitted to adjust the clearance.
