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Hyundai Santa Fe Recall Check

Check any UK-registered Hyundai Santa Fe for outstanding manufacturer safety recalls in seconds. £1.99 per check, no subscription.

  • · Just enter the UK number plate — no VIN, no account needed
  • · Official DVSA + SMMT data, combined for maximum coverage
  • · Recall description included where available
  • · £1.99 per check · No subscription · Results in seconds

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Enter the vehicle's UK registration to begin.

What our Hyundai Santa Fe recall check covers

Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.

DVSA database

The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.

SMMT manufacturer feed

Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.

DVLA recall archive

Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.

Search the full DVLA recall archive →

Why check a Hyundai Santa Fe for recalls?

Recall campaigns for the Hyundai Santa Fe can span multiple model years, and because used Hyundai vehicles change keeper often, recall letters issued to the original owner don't always reach the current driver. A combined DVSA + SMMT check confirms whether any outstanding safety work is on file against the VIN; if it is, an authorised Hyundai dealer will carry out the repair free of charge regardless of age or ownership history.

Notable Hyundai Santa Fe recalls

A non-exhaustive editorial summary of recent UK safety campaigns. Run a check to see whether any of these apply to a specific vehicle.

  1. 2020 · Tucson, Santa Fe

    Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) inspection on selected diesel and petrol models, addressing a potential engine-bay fire risk under specific corrosion conditions.

Hyundai Santa Fe recall history from the DVLA archive

DVLA-recorded safety recalls affecting the Hyundai Santa Fe. Showing the most recent 20 matching entries — run a check on a specific registration to confirm whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.

DateModelConcern
Apr 2026SANTA FESome vehicles may have an instrument cluster operational concern whilst driving the vehicle
Sept 2024SANTA FEThe main floor wiring harness could become damaged due to contact with the second-row bench seat folding hinge assembly. This may result in a malfunction of the supplemental restraint system.
Sept 2024SANTA FEA potential safety defect has been identified which could occur within the ABS control unit. The ABS control unit within the affected VIN range could experience an electrical short circuit.
May 2023SANTA FE TMThe vehicle fuel tank may be manufactured incorrectly which may result in a fuel leak
Apr 2023SANTA FE TM PHEV: Some vehicles may experience an abnormal front seat belt pretensioner deployment during a vehicle impact.
Apr 2023SANTA FE TM HEV: Some vehicles may experience an abnormal front seat belt pretensioner deployment during a vehicle impact.
Apr 2023SANTA FE TM PE: Some vehicles may experience an abnormal front seat belt pretensioner deployment during a vehicle impact.
Apr 2023SANTA FE TMCertain vehicles may experience a transmission malfunction resulting in a loss of drive.
Jun 2022SANTA FETHE ABS CONTROL UNIT WITHIN THE AFFECTED VIN RANGE COULD EXPERIENCE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT
May 2022SANTA FETHE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER LIQUID-CRYSTAL DISPLAY PANEL IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH INCORRECT SPECIFICATION RESISTORS
Feb 2021SANTA FEIN THE EVENT OF eCALL TRIGGER THE VIN NUMBER INFORMATION MAY NOT BE SENT
Sept 2020SANTA FETHE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM MODULE REMAINS ENERGIZED WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF
Nov 2018SANTA FECURTAIN AIR BAG MAY NOT INFLATE CORRECTLY IF DEPLOYED
May 2018SANTA FESTEERING WHEEL MAY DETACH
Jan 2018SANTA FEFUEL MAY LEAK
Oct 2017SANTA FEBONNET MAY OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY
Jun 2013SANTA FEBRAKE LIGHTS MAY MALFUNCTION
Apr 2012SANTA FEFUEL MAY LEAK
Sept 2010SANTA FESUSPENSION MAY FAIL
Jan 2004SANTA FEPOSSIBLE FUEL LEAK

See all Hyundai Santa Fe recalls in the archive →

What you get

Every Hyundai check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.

Action required

Outstanding recall on this vehicle

1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.

Vehicle

AB21ABC

Hyundai Santa Fe

VIN ABCDE123456F78910

Recall details

  • AIRBAG REPLACEMENT

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

No recall outstanding

No outstanding recalls for this vehicle

Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.

Vehicle

CD22XYZ

Hyundai Santa Fe

VIN ZYXWV987654U32109

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

How it works

  1. 1

    Enter your VRM

    Type the UK registration of the vehicle you want to check.

  2. 2

    Pay £1.99

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  3. 3

    Get instant recall status

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Frequently asked questions

How does the RecallClear Hyundai Santa Fe recall check work?+

Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.

What is the difference between DVSA and SMMT recall data?+

DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.

How recent is the recall data?+

Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.

What happens if the recall status is "Unknown"?+

Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.

What should I do if a recall is outstanding?+

Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.

Do I need an account to run a check?+

No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.

Other Hyundai models we cover

Combined DVSA + SMMT recall data for every UK-registered Hyundai.

Prefer to check directly with the manufacturer?

Hyundai maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.

Open the official Hyundai recall portal →

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