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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2025 Santa Fe.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S8)

The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe sits in Hyundai’s midsize SUV lineup, powered by a standard automatic (AM‑S8) gearbox and delivering an EPA‑rated 20 / 28 / 23 mpg for city, highway and combined driving. With only five recalls and 117 owner complaints reported for this model year, the Santa Fe represents one of the lowest complaint volumes in its 2001‑2026 history, where the peak of 941 complaints occurred in 2017 and the current 2026 tally has slipped to 28. This marked drop in owner issues underscores the model’s growing reliability and positions the 2025 Santa Fe as a dependable choice within its segment.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy20/28/23 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 263312J000. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter263312J000 alt 263352S000
Fuel filter31112L1000
Spark plug1887509085
Front wiper blades98350G8000 alt 98360G8000
Thermostat256232S600
Cabin air filterKLC79AC001

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length190.2 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height67.7 in
Wheelbase110.6 in
Curb weight4486 lb
Track (front / rear)64.6 / 64.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined20 / 28 / 23 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Santa Fe of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.60 sec — 2025 Hybrid Limited HTRAC
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2025Hybrid Limited HTRAC 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 1.49-kWh7.60 sec15.80 sec231 hpAWD
2024Calligraphy HTRAC 2.5L Turbo I-46.30 sec14.80 sec277 hpAWD
2024Calligraphy HTRAC 2.5L Turbo I-47.00 sec15.40 sec277 hpAWD
2024Calligraphy HTRAC 2.5L Turbo I-47.40 sec15.80 sec277 hpAWD
2024Hybrid Caligraphy HTRAC 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec7.80 sec16.00 sec231 hpAWD
2024Hybrid Caligraphy HTRAC 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec7.80 sec16.00 sec231 hpAWD
2024Hybrid Caligraphy HTRAC 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec9.80 sec17.50 sec231 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Ignition

Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)100 rpm

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1130-138 ft. lbs., step 2: 180-190130–138 ft. lbs

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe registers 117 complaints, representing a decline from 2024's 131 complaints and five recalls versus seven the prior year, while maintaining an identical technical service bulletin count of 36. Positioned within a downward trend from the 2021-2023 period—which saw complaint volumes between 162 and 200—the 2025 model carries zero federal investigations and shows diverse complaint categories led by "Unknown Or Other" (16), tires (13), visibility/wipers (9), and forward collision avoidance (7), with no single dominant failure pattern indicated. The year records five crash complaints and zero fire complaints, with the sharp drop to 28 complaints in 2026 suggesting the latter reflects incomplete reporting rather than a quality spike. Given the reduced complaint volume, moderate recall activity, and absence of investigation or fire-related flags compared to earlier model years, the 2025 Santa Fe appears to be a favorable used vehicle acquisition.

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
36
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
117
Owner complaints
5 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 117 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other16
Tires13
Visibility/Wiper9
Forward Collision Avoidance7
Electrical System6
Power Train6
Seats5
Seat Belts4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

25V549000Engine And Engine Cooling:Critical FastenersReported 26/08/2025

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine… Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's…

25V659000Electrical System:Starter AssemblyReported 02/10/2025

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Santa Fe vehicles. The B+ positive terminal cover on the starter motor assembly may be improperly installed, which can cause an electrical short during a… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the starter motor terminal cover, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 22, 2025. Owners may…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 36 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
26-BE-015H TSB2026-06-01SeatsSome Santa Fe (MX5A) and Santa Fe Hybrid (MX5A HEV) vehicles equipped with power seats…
26-GI-002H TSB2026-05-27Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software…
DTN DL2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of…
DTN DCS2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety…
26-01-035H TSB2026-04-07Electrical SystemSome vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2025 Santa Fe have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Santa Fe get?

EPA figures are 20 city / 28 highway / 23 combined mpg.