Model year guide

2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 298 on record.

2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints164
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined21–23 mpg
Typical price$19,498

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport recalls 5

Engine NHTSA Campaign #18V934000 · 28/12/2018

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V-568 and 17V-226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's recall number for this recall is 180.

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.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #17V226000 · 31/03/2017

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #21V303000 · 28/04/2021

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, and inspect and replace the ABS module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 25, 2021. Note: This re…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #20V520000 · 27/08/2020

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began December 22, 2020. Note: This recall has been superseded by NHTSA Recall 21V-3…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 164 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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport MPG & running costs

Combined21–23 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,088

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport worth?

Low
$15,500
Typical price
$19,498
High
$24,750

From 296 comparable 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,440
Fuel only$15,440
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport trims & engines on record

Trims
Sport · Sport 2.0T · GLS · GL · Top
Engines
2.4L · 2.0L

2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vehicles on record

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2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?

Across all 164 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, service brakes, electrical system.

What is the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport get?

The 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport worth?

Comparable 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport listings run roughly $15,500–$24,750, typically around $19,498 (from 296 vehicles).

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