2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 299 on record.
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe at a glance
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2013 Hyundai Santa Fe recalls 3
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable may corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2013 front wheel drive Santa Fe Sport vehicles manufactured July 13, 2012, through March 12, 2013; and equipped with 2.4 liter engines. Due to a manufacturing issue, the right front axle shaft may fracture.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai Custom Care Center at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall number is 112.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine c…
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyu…
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.
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 605 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2013 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 ($18,558) with the same model 5 model-years older ($7,051), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe trims & engines on record
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles on record
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe LimitedKM8SRDHF8DU000644
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZTDLB9DG057378
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe LimitedKM8SR4HF7DU008024
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T5XYZW3LA5DG114166
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T5XYZWDLA8DG094937
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T5XYZU3LAXDG105372
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T5XYZWDLA5DG083054
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe LimitedKM8SR4HF1DU031590
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZTDLB2DG045704
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T5XYZU3LA5DG079070
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZU3LB9DG083521
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T5XYZWDLA2DG035009
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZU3LB6DG096419
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZU3LB7DG014360
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZTDLB3DG050524
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZT3LBXDG021371
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T5XYZW3LA6DG030633
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe GLSKM8SM4HF7DU012718
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZT3LB3DG065020
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZT3LB6DG058286
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZU3LB1DG007775
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZUDLB2DG094351
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport5XYZUDLB5DG120280
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2013 Hyundai Santa Fe — frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Based on 605 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, service brakes.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 26 highway).
How much is a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?
Comparable 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe listings run roughly $13,999–$23,900, typically around $18,558 (from 295 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.