Model year guide

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 120 on record.

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints216
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$3,109

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe recalls 3

Suspension:front:springs:coil Springs NHTSA Campaign #14V435000 · 18/07/2014

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model Year 2001-2006 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from March 31, 2000, through February 15, 2006, that are registered and operated, or which were originally sold and registered, in the following 20 “salt belt" states and the District of Columbia: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Ha…

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the coil spring, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 124.

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #05V527000 · 17/11/2005

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT OF THE VEHICLE MAY MISCLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AS AN ADULT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE'S OCS WILL PROPERLY CLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN WHEN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AND WILL DISABLE THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAGS. DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLE'S OCS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT TO PROVIDE AN INCREASED MARGIN FOR RECOGNITION OF CERTAIN SM…

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #05V450000 · 04/10/2005

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT OF THE VEHICLE MAY MISCLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AS AN ADULT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE'S OCS WILL PROPERLY CLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN WHEN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AND WILL DISABLE THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAGS. DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLE'S OCS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT TO PROVIDE AN INCREASED MARGIN FOR RECOGNITION OF CERTAIN SM…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 216 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 4-DR w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,308

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?

Low
$1,200
Typical price
$3,109
High
$5,300

From 120 comparable 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,540
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,600
Total$19,140
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,109) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,559), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · LX
Engines
2.7L · 3.5L

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles on record

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13E85U957064 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe LXKM8SC73E35U892336 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13D75U924953 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13D05U892220 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13E45U939015 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC73D55U960420 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13D85U961428 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13E25U028729 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13D45U862184 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13E85U975483 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC73D65U944274 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC73D35U955703 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe LXKM8SC73E95U029542 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13E65U866049 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13D95U874038 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13D85U982599 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13D95U965102 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13DX5U892581 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13DX5U950964 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13D45U918933 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13E85U863394 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13E25U964169 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13E95U922078 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SC13D85U962935

Other Hyundai Santa Fe model years

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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Based on 216 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, vehicle speed control, fuel/propulsion system.

What is the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?

Comparable 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe listings run roughly $1,200–$5,300, typically around $3,109 (from 120 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.