2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Hyundai Santa Fe 2012

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (3%)

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

25000 mi Moisture seeping into rear light assembly 

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

26040 mi Rear left tail light housing was not sealed and had water in it. Item replaced under warranty by dealer. 

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

17940 mi fake chrome on grill peeled. 

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 4dr SUV

175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

26660 mi steering wheel was cracking and pulling apart at the top of wheel 

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Body Problems

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