2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 141 on record.
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe recalls 6
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from April 19, 2006, through July 7, 2008. The occupant classification system (OCS) may need recalibration to accurately detect small statured adults.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the classification software free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2…
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 26, 2006, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2008, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 19, 2006 THROUGH MARCH 20, 2008. THE CLOCK SPRING CONTACT ASSEMBLY FOR THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) MAY BECOME DAMAGED THROUGH USAGE OVER TIME. THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG ELECTRICAL …
Fix: HYUNDAI DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VEHICLE'S DRIVER'S AIR BAG CLOCK SPRING CONTACT ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN IN NOVEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI CUSTOMER CONNECT CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.
THIS RECALL HAS BEEN SUPERCEDED BY RECALL 08E-055. HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 3,387 TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESSES EITHER INCLUDED WITH A TRAILER HITCH OR SOLD AS A SERVICE PART MANUFACTURED BY THULE TOWING SYSTEMS AND DISTRIBUTED BY HYUNDAI FOR INSTALLATION ON MY 2007-2008 SANTA FE AND VERACRUZ VEHICLES. THE ACCESSORY TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS CONVERTER MODULE IS MOUNTED TO THE TOP SURFACE OF THE REAR BUMPER REINFOR…
Fix: HYUNDAI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL REPLACE THE TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 3,387 TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESSES EITHER INCLUDED WITH A TRAILER HITCH OR SOLD AS A SERVICE PART MANUFACTURED BY THULE TOWING SYSTEMS AND DISTRIBUTED BY HYUNDAI FOR INSTALLATION ON MY 2007-2008 SANTA FE AND VERACRUZ VEHICLES. THE ACCESSORY TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS CONVERTER MODULE IS MOUNTED TO THE TOP SURFACE OF THE REAR BUMPER REINFORCEMENT. SOME CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENTS MAY NOT HAVE…
Fix: THIS RECALL SUPERSEDES A PREVIOUS RECALL CONDUCTED BY HYUNDAI AFFECTING THE SAME TRAILER HITCH WIRING COMPONENTS CONCERNING HIGH CURRENT LEAKAGE OR A SHORT CIRCUIT OF CAPACITOR C1. (PLEASE SEE 08E016). OWNERS WHO HAVE ALREADY HAD THEIR TRAILER HITCH REPAIRED UNDER THE INITIAL CAMPAIGN WILL RECEIV…
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 88,943 MY 2007-2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH P235/60R18 TIRES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LABELING REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110 "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES." THE BLACK CERTIFICATION LABEL AFFIXED TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE CENTER PILLAR, INCORRECTLY LISTS THE GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATINGS (GAWR).
Fix: HYUNDAI WILL MAIL CORRECTED CERTIFICATION LABELS ALONG WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE AFFECTED OWNERS. THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 5, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
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.
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 541 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 4-DR w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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 ($7,051) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,870), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe trims & engines on record
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles on record
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E78H140699
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG73D28H135844
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH73E08H190055
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E08H205800
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D98H189591
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D88H201651
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH73E88H130833
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH73E88H220239
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMSH13E38H171495
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E98H130093
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D48H208371
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH73E48H176045
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMSH13E18H194659
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D48H182533
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D78H168884
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E38H205063
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG73D88H182974
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D38H200746
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG73D18H161951
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D58H158886
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D28H188475
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG73D18H184453
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D38H152813
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E88H219637
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe — frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2008 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 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Based on 541 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, exterior lighting.
What is the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).
How much is a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?
Comparable 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe listings run roughly $4,200–$10,300, typically around $7,051 (from 137 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.