2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Hyundai Santa Fe 2003

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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (2%)

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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (43%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Hyundai Santa Fe

Engine not specified

135000 mi

US $300
Standard brake and rotor replacement 

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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

176000 mi

US $12
had to replace the front passenger side ABS sensor. 
148300 mi

US $361
Rear brake line rusted out. Lost hydraulic fluids. Replaced brakeline 
151000 mi

US $390
Replaced rotors, pads, hardware and calipers on all 4 wheels. 
77000 mi

US $500
Driver side Brake caliper seized-replaced. Front Rotors, pads were also replaced. 
45000 mi Traction sensor replaced 

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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

138-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

118000 mi Brake fluid leak from under brake fluid reservoir. One of the metal hoses was leaking. 

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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Brake Problems

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