2019 Hyundai Santa Fe problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).

Q: How much is a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?

Comparable 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe listings run roughly $19,900–$31,450, typically around $23,863 (from 17 vehicles).

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe at a glance

Safety recalls2

Owner complaints190

Combined21 mpg

Typical price$23,863

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

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe recalls 2

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #18V715000 · 11/10/2018

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles. The Side Curtain Air Bag (SCAB) mounting bolts may interfere with and damage the air bags during deployment.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the SCAB installation bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 177.

Trailer Hitches NHTSA Campaign #23V181000 · 17/03/2023

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result i…

Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service…

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.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 190 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.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg

City19 mpg

Highway25 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,906

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

What's a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?

Low

$19,900

Typical price

$23,863

High

$31,450

From 17 comparable 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,530

Depreciation (5 yrs)$1,200

Total$15,730

Per mile$0.21

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 ($23,863) with the same model 5 model-years older ($22,665), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe trims & engines on record

Trims

SE · Limited, Ultimate · SEL, SEL Plus

Engines

2.4L 4-cyl 185 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 235 hp

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles on record

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL, SEL Plus5NMS33AD1KH108472

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD6KH116456

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited, Ultimate5NMS53AD3KH018802

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS23AD5KH027283

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited, Ultimate5NMS53AA9KH112382

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD5KH078380

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD4KH110008 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS23AD9KH081508 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS23AD7KH042464 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD3KH015620

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS23AD8KH035099

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD7KH120595 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD4KH119632 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD1KH100004

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD4KH120439 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD2KH012756 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD2KH013941 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS23ADXKH055290

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited, Ultimate5NMS5CAA2KH067799 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS23AD1KH036384 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited, Ultimate5NMS53AD3KH136509

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD0KH096558 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SE5NMS2CAD8KH126020

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2019 Hyundai Santa Fe — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2019 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 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Based on 190 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?

Comparable 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe listings run roughly $19,900–$31,450, typically around $23,863 (from 17 vehicles).

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