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%)

Chart based on 93 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.

2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

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

78300 mi Took it in for oil change and tire rotation. Dealer didn't tighten lug nuts. Had to replace wheel. 

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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

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

99000 mi Frame of car rusted out. Preventative recall repair done previously did not prevent the problem. Hyundai paid for an entire frame replacement. 

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