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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has a problem with the engine stalling while driving. Both our data & the NHTSA's complaint data show a significant defect trend at low mileage.
In a 2-page letter sent August 2014 to Santa Fe owners, Hyundai claims the engine stalling only occurs under a "specific set of operating conditions".
However a class action lawsuit filed around the same time details multiple claims from Sante Fe owners that claim the engine stalling happens at any time, under any conditions.
7.7
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $730
- Average Mileage:
- 113,550 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 6 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (6 reports)
engine problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
My 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, which has been well cared for, has a problem with stalling while driving. Most of my driving is highway driving. The Car may stall while driving at 70 MPH with out any warning. The engine shuts off for a split second, the dash lights come on, the engine restarts but with only enough power to get to the side of the road. I can keep the car moving at about 10 MPH. Sometimes this is enough to get me to a safe place. I can then turn the ignition off, and restart it. It starts back as if nothing happened.
My Santa Fe has lost power like this as many as 4 times in a 30 mile trip. For years and often, I have found myself in very dangerous situations. Imagine this happening when you are passing an 18 wheeler at 70 MPH, with vehicles behind you and another 18 wheeler behind the one that you are passing. It has happened to me and Hyundai denies any knowledge of this problem with the engine. Obviously the stalling is a problem for many. I am usually alone when it happens but many of these people had children or other passengers with them. I can't sell the car knowing it has this this problem. I have accepted that I'm stuck with this vehicle that looks nice but is really a hunk of junk.
Hyundai needs to do something before someone is hurt or killed.
- Joseph S., Sylva, US