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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe repairs by problem area
Engine (35%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (19%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (10%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Other
Chart based on 113 repairs.
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (35%)
$100 - $499 (39%)
< $100 (26%)
Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV
turbocharged 111hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual AWD
| 150000 mi | I currently have a problem with the Key fob not operating to lock the vehicle, although unlocking is okay. I have ordered a new micro-switch and fob body, and I intend to try to do the repair at work here. |
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV
200-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 54000 mi US $260 |
Two tail lights not burning. |
| 66000 mi US $5 |
Passenger side brake/tail light burned out. Replaced bulb successfully. |
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV
200-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 65000 mi US $20 |
Replaced both brake light bulbs |
| 85000 mi US $550 |
The heater was blowing cold air, thought it may be the thermostat or the heater unit. Found the problem to be sensors and the repair was made. |
| 153000 mi US $500 |
The car starts then stalls. They replaced several parts but I think it was more of a "let's see if this helps." The problem eventually seemed to go away. |
| 65000 mi US $100 |
Starter failure. Replaced starter. |
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV
173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 140000 mi US $90 |
Driver side window would not go up and down normally. |
| 69840 mi C $940 |
The alternator died and the battery was not able to be fully recharge. Apparently as the alternator got worst it weakened the battery and shortened it's life |
| 71600 mi C $113 |
The alternator replaced in Oct. was deemed defective and replaced again. The alternator tensioned was also replaced ($$) |
| 83080 mi C $380 |
Replaced starter |
| 88660 mi C $711 |
A/C compressor magnetic clutch melted. Replaced with used compressor which leaked all coolant within a week. Replaced with second used part which leaked in the shop. A/C out of service. |
| 91140 mi | AC never fixed. |
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV
173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 82000 mi US $800 |
Alternator failure, along with drained battery resulting from the aforementioned failure. The alternator and battery were replaced. |
| 22153 mi | Radio replaced due to faulty sound controls (i.e. bass and treble resetting to maximum even when turned down). |
| 105000 mi US $850 |
Tailgate lock actuator failed when operated via power locks/remote keyless entry. Required manual locking and unlocking of tailgate with key and would prevent alarm system from arming. |
| 144000 mi US $270 |
Alternator replaced in December, 2008 failed again. Replaced with a new alternator. |
| 65100 mi C $500 |
Alternator replacement |
| 79360 mi C $388 |
Alternator under lifetime warranty, battery replaced. |
| 83080 mi C $135 |
Replace alternator for 3rd time (4th alternator) |
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV
138-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 136000 mi US $800 |
Leaking A/C hoses replaced, A/C compressor replaced and recharge. |
| 136000 mi US $120 |
Return A/C hose split, slowly leaking refrigerant. Part was ordered and they even ate the labor so we only paid for the replaced part. |
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 4-door
3-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 68000 mi US $290 |
A/C stopped working. Bought remanufactored one from Amazon and had a repair shop install it and charge it. The a/c still does not get cold and there is a loud buzzing noise when it is on. |
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