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Hyundai Santa Fe XL
Model Overview
The Santa Fe XL replaces the Veracruz as Hyundai's three-row, mid-size crossover, capitalizing on the Santa Fe's popularity among utility vehicle shoppers. As well as being larger than the Santa Fe Sport, the XL also adds refinement in the form of a V6 engine not offered in the Sport. While pricing is value-added, the features list includes niceties that push the Santa Fe XL toward the premium end of the segment.
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Bakerman
Bang For Your Buck
December 18, 2020
Luxury
Overall Score
Best in it's class for reliability, safety, power to weight ratio and feature content. Hyundai is in the top 3 of JD Power's Initial Quality study. The XL has the 290 HP 3.3L V6 engine with 252 ft-lbs of torque making it quick off the line. Quicker than the Palisade. 5000 lb towing capacity. Great handling and the solid 6 speed tranny is tried and true compared to Toyota's new but problematic 8 speed. Door handles do seem a bit cheap. Shifting P,R,N,D could be smoother. Fuel econ not that great. Hyundai's Shiftronic in Sport Mode is a real game changer for me. I have the AWD Luxury trim level which is more than enough to meet my driving needs. Best features: 1. Hands free power tailgate without all the foot waving. 2. Up-to-date tech (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay) and large touch screen display. 3. Built in sun screens on the second row windows. 4. Large open pano roof. 5. Cold 3rd row AC. 6. Pull levers to fold down 2nd row seats. 7. Cool exterior design. 8. Keyless entry/comfort access with push button start. 9. Large storage bin under the cargo area floor. I keep an air pump, blanket, windshield sun reflector, my set of owner's manuals and more. 10.My wife's favourite is the ceiling mounted sunglasses compartment. 11. More interior volume than the Highlander, Durango and CX-9. 12. Loads of leg room and wide footwells. The Santa Fe XL is a no-nonsense vehicle which offer best value for your money and it's fun to drive.
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10
Performance
10
Fuel Economy
6
Interior Design
10
Exterior Styling
10
Reliability
10
Recall Information
* Data provided by Transport Canada
Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2022-616
Recall date
2022-10-27
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R0208 (21D023)
Units Affected:
86,599
Notification Type:
Safety TC
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the control module for the antilock brake system (ABS) could short circuit.
Note: This recall doesn't affect vehicles equipped with smart cruise control (SCC). This recall replaces Transport Canada recall 2022-046. Vehicles that were already repaired under Hyundai recall R0208 don't require this repair.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit could create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.
Corrective Actions:
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the ABS multi-fuse. Hyundai advises that you may continue to drive your vehicle, however recommends that you should park it outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.
Recall number
2022-046
Recall date
2022-02-03
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R0208
Units Affected:
67,355
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the control module for the antilock brake system (ABS) could short circuit.
Note: This recall does not affect vehicles equipped with smart cruise control (SCC).
Safety Risk:
A short circuit could create a fire risk.
Corrective Actions:
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the ABS module and replace it, if necessary. The dealer will also replace the ABS multi-fuse. Hyundai advises that you may continue to drive your vehicle, however recommends that you should park it outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.
Recall number
2020-091
Recall date
2020-03-05
System affected
Accessories
Model year(s) affected
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R0165
Units Affected:
29,959
Notification Type:
Safety TC
Issue:
Certain vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer wiring harness kit that could fail. Over time, moisture could enter the control module and cause a short circuit.
Note: This recall only affects Hyundai Genuine Accessory trailer wiring harness kits that were manufactured by third parties and sold in Canada. These kits may have been ordered at the time of a vehicle purchase, or purchased separately from a dealer as an aftermarket accessory.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit could create a fire risk. This risk remains even when the vehicle is parked.
Corrective Actions:
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to inspect your vehicle to see if it has an affected trailer wiring harness installed. If it does, Hyundai will advise you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install a redesigned trailer wiring harness. Hyundai recommends that you should park your vehicle outdoors, and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.
Recall number
2017-468
Recall date
2017-09-27
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2017
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R0135 (71C088)
Units Affected:
88
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles equipped with 3.3 litre engines, the crankshaft may have pin surface irregularities. This could lead to premature crankshaft and/or engine bearing wear. If the vehicle continues to be driven with a worn engine bearing or crankshaft, it could cause an engine stall while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of motive power which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the engine assembly. Note: This condition would result in the check engine light and the oil pressure lamp to illuminate in the instrument cluster.
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