Model year guide

2016 Hyundai santa fe

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Hyundai santa fe is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2016 Hyundai santa fe — representative photo
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2016 Hyundai santa fe at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints235
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$16,447

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2016 Hyundai santa fe recalls 3

Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch NHTSA Campaign #17V358000 · 05/06/2017

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.

Seat Belts:front:warning Light/devices NHTSA Campaign #16V145000 · 10/03/2016

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured September 1, 2015 to February 12, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the wires in the front seat belt buckle harnesses may be damaged by the seat's height adjuster mechanism, resulting in a failure to provide an audible warning when front seat occupants do not fasten their seat belts. As such, these vehicles fail …

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute the wires in the front seat belt buckle harnesses to their proper locations, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #22V056000 · 03/02/2022

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's n…

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.

2016 Hyundai santa fe common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 235 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

2016 Hyundai santa fe MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,967

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

What's a 2016 Hyundai santa fe worth?

Low
$13,450
Typical price
$16,447
High
$18,500

From 11 comparable 2016 Hyundai santa fe listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Hyundai santa fe costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,835
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,750
Total$19,585
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 ($16,447) with the same model 5 model-years older ($11,700), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Hyundai santa fe trims & engines on record

Trims
GI · Base · Turbo Tech
Engines
3.3L 6-cyl 290 hp · 2.4L · 2.0L

2016 Hyundai santa fe vehicles on record

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2016 Hyundai santa fe — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Hyundai santa fe have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Hyundai santa fe?

Based on 235 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, service brakes, hydraulic.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Hyundai santa fe get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Hyundai santa fe at about 21 mpg combined (18 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2016 Hyundai santa fe worth?

Comparable 2016 Hyundai santa fe listings run roughly $13,450–$18,500, typically around $16,447 (from 11 vehicles).

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