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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

4

3 current

Combined

10.7L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,317

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2021674 · manufacturer campaign R0204 (10D021)

4 November 2021

Transport Canada lists: Santa Fe 2010–2012 · Veloster 2012–2017

What is wrong

Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine failure would cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. Note: This only affects Santa Fe models equipped with a 2.4 L MPI engine, and Veloster models with a 1.6 L GDI engine.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of an accident. An engine failure could also create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the software for the engine control module. Note: Hyundai recommends that you should always follow the correct vehicle maintenance schedule, which is printed in the Owner's Manual. If you experience unusual engine noise, reduced power, or a check engine/oil warning light, Hyundai advises you to immediately visit a Hyundai dealership to have your vehicle diagnosed.

32,431 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2020592 · manufacturer campaign R0177

2 December 2020

Transport Canada lists: Santa Fe 2012 · Sonata 2011–2013, 2016 · Veloster 2015–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a 1.6 L GDI, 2.0 L GDI, or 2.4 L MPI engine, the connecting rod bearings could wear prematurely. As a result, there could be an abnormal knocking noise from the engine and/or the oil pressure warning light may turn on. If you continue to drive the vehicle with worn connecting rod bearings, the engine could fail. An engine failure would cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. In some cases, a damaged connecting rod could puncture the engine block and cause an oil leak. Note: For the Sonata model, only the Sonata Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) models are affected by this recall. Additional Note: Engine compartment fires can happen for many different reasons. In some cases, there is too much damage to find the cause of a fire.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Oil that leaks onto a hot component could cause a fire.

What the dealer will do

Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer for an engine inspection test, to determine if there is bearing damage. If damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also update the software for the engine control module. Note: Hyundai recommends that you should always follow the correct vehicle maintenance schedule, which is printed in the Owner's Manual.

14,549 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2020233 · manufacturer campaign R0171 (11CC01)

27 May 2020

Transport Canada lists: Santa Fe 2007–2012 · Veracruz 2007–2012

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer wiring harness kit that could fail. Over time, this could result in a short circuit that can cause overheating of the control module. Note: This recall only affects Hyundai Genuine Accessory trailer wiring harness kits that were manufactured by third parties and sold in Canada. These kits may have been ordered at the time of a vehicle purchase, or purchased separately from a dealer as an aftermarket accessory.

Why it matters

A short circuit could create a fire risk. This risk remains even when the vehicle is parked.

What the dealer will do

Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to inspect your vehicle to see if it has an affected trailer wiring harness installed. If it does, Hyundai will advise you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install a redesigned trailer wiring harness. Hyundai recommends that you should park your vehicle outdoors, and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.

3,838 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle
In its class
More efficient than 72% of 239 2012 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
246 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 4 recalls on record for the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe get?
NRCan rates the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe at 10.7 L/100 km combined, emitting 246 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 5 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,317 in fuel, producing roughly 4,943 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.