2006 Hyundai Santa Fe: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe: 1 recall, 106 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #14V435000 · 2014 · 271,773 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles May experience front coil spring corrosion from road salt, causing the coil spring to fracture and make contact with the tire.
Why it matters: If the front coil spring fractures due to corrosion it could cause the coil spring to make contact with the tire, possibly puncturing the tire and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the coil spring, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 8 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (28): the most common themes are warning light on (8), fails to deploy (6).
- Speed control / throttle (20): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (7), stalls / loses power (2).
- Suspension (13): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (3), noise or vibration (2).
- Brakes (12): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (4).
The 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has 106 owner complaints, ranking #25 of 26 Santa Fe model years for complaints (well below the 295 average). Complaints peaked in 2014 (16 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 62,282 miles. Neighboring years: 2005 (216 complaints, 3 recalls), 2007 (684 complaints, 7 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe problems?
Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (28), speed control / throttle (20), suspension (13).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe repair manual?
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