Top 5 Problems Hyundai Santa Fe SUV 2nd Generation 2007-13

These are the top 5 problems with the 2nd generation Hyundai Santa Fe, available as model years 2007 to 2013. In this video, Len explains the most common problems found on the 2nd generation Santa Fe, and he offers expert tips and suggestions that you can use to avoid these problems, or resolve them if they happen to your Santa Fe.

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0:00 Top Problems Hyundai Santa Fe 2nd Gen 2007-13
0:22 Crankshaft Position Sensor
1:17 Automatic Transmission
3:05 Fuel Level Sensor | P0463
4:50 Alternator
6:05 EGR Valve

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[vanthdreadstar]

I have a 2008 Santa Fe and it has never given me any problem. I purchased a timing belt kit as soon as I bought the vehicle in 2010 with 50k miles on the odometer. I had the timing belt changed soon after and it still runs good in 2022 with 226k on the odometer.

[authentichealthcoach]

I still have a 2005 Santa Fe - it runs like a dream. I replaced the starter and the battery a couple times and brakes. But after 20 years of having this car it still drives beautiful

[DWNSHFTco]

In my opinion for Top 5 problems for this gen Santa Fe owning one and working as a hyundai tech for 6 years
1. Valve cover leak
2. Axle boots cracking and leaking
3. Ball joints
4. Fuel level sensor
5. Transmission shifter assembly seizing up

But it’s amazing vehicle have 270, 000 and running like a champ

[libbysevicke-jones]

I have own two of these cars, my work wagon in Australia, and my home wagon here in New Zealand. I have never had issues with my vehicles and I love them.

[tombryantjumpscoach]

My transmission and my fuel level sensor both went bad on my 2008 3.3L V6. The trans would get stuck in 5th gear on cold startups and would downshift on the highway over 60mph. On the fuel level sensor, the check engine light came on but the function was normal in the car. My mechanic had to take the back seats out to change them out. There are two of them. Amazingly my alternator is loaded with dirty, grimy oil. It looks like the valve cover is leaking oil. Things happened to start at 150, 000 miles. I now have 179, 000 miles on it. This video is amazingly accurate to my car. Thanks. Liked and subscribed.

[georgeantonio]

I have a 2008 Santa Fe whit 180k miles and is running wonderfu 🤝

[highwiredaysgigdriver]

I have 2002 with 95, 000 miles on it, never had any issues but I only average 3000-4000 miles a year. I maintain it very well and I drive it like an old lady. These old Santa Fe's have a lot of room!

[HeartOfHippie]

I just bought a 2011 Santa Fe after driving the wheels off my 1992 Camry. So far I love it. As you said I have engine light on. Machanic said it was ok. I believe him. Can’t get my phone to stay paired is my only problem. Can’t wait to go on long road trip. Drives like a Dream

[Chas]

I’m on my third Santa Fe turbo. I’ve had no problems with the vehicles and the dealers have treated me well. Always have the dealers maintain them. Plenty of power when needed and the vehicles offer plenty of utility when needed. Service personnel and salespeople seem well trained and professional. The recent recall could be a set back for some but Hyundai (in my experience) stands behind their vehicles. Just have great luck with the vehicles and excellent follow up.

[mikaelneault]

I have a full equiped 2009 since 2 years and I'm impressed, I don't put a lot of money in (Now 250 000km)

[RobertDrouillard]

I had a 2003 2.7 V6 Santa Fe that I drove for 13 years with 365, 000 miles on it. I probably would have driven it longer but after a front-end fender bender it started leaking coolant out the front of the engine block, so I figured it was time to retire it. It had the original engine and transmission with no problems. Other miscellaneous things went wrong like windows not rolling down, alternator failure and the fuel purge unit causing long startup after gas fill-up. Other than that...an amazing car!

[dylantorieri]

I have a 2010 santa fe with the 3.5 v6 and has 230 000km and I have none of these problems! Sealed transmission. So far so good :)

[billyguadarrama]

I am glad to have found this helpful video really informative.
I did have to replace the Crankshaft Position Sensor and my Valve Gasket, but now I am having trouble with my Intake Manifold Runner Control 😞

[sunhokim]

I have 2009 3.3l with 235000km. engine head gasket and alternator replaced from recall except these, it is great car

[joenmass]

I have a 2007 Santa Fe, 3.3L with almost 275, 000 miles on it. Engine is great. The only issue I have had is the fuel sensor in the gas tank. I’m on my third one. There are two of these located under the rear seat. Easy to get at as you don’t need to drop the gas tank, just remove the rear seat.

[rickblake]

I have a 2008 with a 2.7l engine and ran into a couple of issues at about 97, 000 miles. 1) The ignition switch developed an issue where it would short and cause the starter to engage while in park or neutral - replaced the switch but ended up having to replace the starter because it burned it up. 2) The purge control valve wears out and sticks at abut 97k miles. This is part of the pollution controls and will trip the check engine light. Car is driveable but will not pass a state inspection if required. Valve is at the back of the engine on the back of the manifold.

[dennisjaros]

I have a 2008 3.3 v6 limited with 232000 miles and I'm now having all of these problems except for the alternator it has been a great vehicle though 😀

[jacobfinger]

I am glad I came across this video I am having almost every problem in this video for 2.7L

[gtracer]

My gas ⛽ Guage hasn't worked for at least 4 years. The repair is $500. I set my trip odometer to zero every fillup & fill up at 250-270 miles.
I can't see paying that much just for a convenience.