2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 146 on record.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe recalls 3
CURT MANUFACTURING IS RECALLING CERTAIN TOW PACKAGE WIRING HARNESSES, PART NUMBER 55538, THAT CONNECT TOW VEHICLE LIGHTING CIRCUITS TO TRAILER LIGHTING CIRCUITS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE VEHICLES. THE UNITS ARE NOT WATER-TIGHT AND MOISTURE CAN SEEP INTO THE CONVERTER MODULE AND DEFEAT THE MODULE'S INTERNAL CIRCUIT PROTECTION.
Fix: CURT MANUFACTURING WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE TOW PACKAGE WIRING HARNESS. THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 17, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CURT MANUFACTURING AT 1-715 831-8713.
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.
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.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 357 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 4-DR w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2009 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 ($9,018) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,274), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe trims & engines on record
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles on record
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D09H259514
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D69H303922
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D89H289599
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D39H284844
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG73D89H242155
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMSH73E89H315322
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D89H260314
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH73E79H278621
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13DX9H322330
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E59H257330
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E69H306406
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D59H329590
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E59H275097
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG73D89H244620
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH73E09H294689
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH73E69H282238
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMSH73E09H312110
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D69H254284
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D59H258567
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG73D19H328164
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E79H283783
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited5NMSH13E29H328869
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG73D39H316405
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS5NMSG13D99H319113
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe — frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 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 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Based on 357 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, steering.
What is the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2009 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 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).
How much is a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?
Comparable 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe listings run roughly $6,000–$12,600, typically around $9,018 (from 142 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.