2005 Hyundai Santa Fe Hyundai Santa Fe 2005

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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (21%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

47000 mi Front Speakers - Loud music caused it to mess up and making a popping sound when turned up too high. Thank goodness for the manufacturer's warranty so it didn't cost me anything. Have put in after market's since. 

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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

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

120000 mi Picked up vehicle after engine replacement. Ran fine, turned on A/C and vehicle made loud noise. Pressure valve was releasing pressure. Rechecked and replaced fluid. Problem solved. 
120000 mi

US $50
Ordered 2 Key Fobs had them reprogrammed to operate on vehicle. Problem with Rear Wiper staying on window. Recommended that blade be replaced. 
70000 mi

US $90
Driver side fog light burned out. I had both bulbs replaced in one service, since it apparently requires removing the bumper to access the lights. 
78740 mi

C $470
Alternator Fried = Replaced Alternator 
84400 mi

C $50
Cleaned and Lubricated Blower Motor 

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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe Electrical Problems

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