2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Air Bags Problems
- 36
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 36 stored complaint records:
- 7 indicate a crash
- 8 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 5 records
- warning light · 4 records
- passenger side · 4 records
- light came · 4 records
- airbag light · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 11 |
| 60–100k mi | 10 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags · Service Brakes · Wheels
Air bag light keep on this vehicle 15 years old brakes also not like use to be i am own this suv last 15 years i need your help and support i am worry need to be fixed foe my safety [xxx] owner, c [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
ODI 11246188
Air Bags
Air bag warning light would come on during the morning drive then shut off next time the car was started. On/off perodically for about a week. Now the air bag warning light is on all the time. A glimspe online hint simlar owners haveing the same problem and they are saying it has something to do with the wiring.
ODI 11197037
Air Bags
My daughter was involved in a crash where air bags were not deployed
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 11123793
Air Bags · Seat Belts
I was involved in an accident while driving down a city street in plano, texas. A truck pulled out to get into the middle lane and was caught off and forced to pull into my lane directly in front of me. My brakes locked up after trying to stop, which isn't a problem because i know it is normal. What occurred was that as i struck the truck in front of me, my air bags didn't deploy, and my seat belt had failed to…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11081941
Air Bags · Exterior Lighting
AIR BAG LIGHT ON NOISE WHEN I START CAR
ODI 11061335
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System · Suspension
It don't work rite when i let the car warm up and then put my feet on the brakes it sound like it don't wanted to give gas i smell gas but i don't see any on the ground the end take is all mess up the air bags do not go off it stay on and i keep everything up to the car just don't act rite
ODI 10934928
Air Bags
Air bag light stay on constantly, and don't go off. I was riding and light pop on and stay on.
ODI 10934541
Air Bags
While driving on a straight stretch of highway, the driver's side (left side) side impact airbag deployed for no apparent reason. *tr
ODI 10929960
Air Bags
Today, 11/2816, right front passenger side air bag "deployed" for no reason. Driving at about 55 mph. No impact or collision. Seat ripped open. *tr
ODI 10928429
Air Bags
Was on highway traveling at posted speed of 70mph when we were hit from behind by a dui driver. This made my car go into a spin and rollover 4 times. None of the airbags deployed. Car is total loss. I received dislocation of my collarbone that needed emergency surgery, concussion, fractured nose, lacerations to head and face, knee and hip injury.
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10906781
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai santa fe. While the vehicle was parked, the front air bag deployed from the seat without warning or impact. A police report was not filed. The contact received injuries to the chest, arm, hip, rib, and head that required medical attention. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 133,294.
1 injury
ODI 10894054
Air Bags
Takata recall. Just prior to a hyundai recall in 5/3/16 for a defective gas tank, my "air bag" light went off. Let me back track . In 5/16, my car began leaking gas underneath. So badly, that one day while passing the fire/police station in norfolk, ma the fire chief and his crew began pursuing me. Stopping me in my driveway, i was told about the leak and was told i would have to surrender my car, it was a "safety…
ODI 10888721
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp remained illuminated near the front passenger side, indicating a malfunction. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was made aware that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v435000 (suspension) and was waiting for the recall notification. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
ODI 10723605
Air Bags · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp flashed randomly. The vehicle was also included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v435000 (suspension). The part was unavailable to schedule the recall repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 99,000.
ODI 10722648
Air Bags · Electrical System · Seats
While looking for a parking place, the air bag in the back of the driver side front seat spontaneously deployed, injuring my back and my left knee. My chiropractor got my back somewhat repaired, but my knee ended up having a meniscus tear that has not yet been repaired. Hyundai is willing to replace what my insurance company paid out for medical care and to fix my car. I will be having medical issues for the rest of…
1 injury
ODI 10661314
Air Bags
I was driving my car to pick up my son. I did not crash my car at all. All of sudden. My air bag light came on and wont shut off. I have contacted the warranty company and the dealership. There is nothing they can do. I brought my car to my mechanic he put it up to the computer it read resistance air bag. Its going to cost me a lot of money to get it fixed. My warranty was up a while ago. Its a safety issuse. I just…
ODI 10544785
Air Bags
On day the air bag warning light came on on the vehicle and has never gone off. The dealer told me that the air bag control module had failed. The dealer told me the repair would cost $450!. I could not afford to spend that much money to have it fixed. I have already spent over $3000 on repairs for this vehicle and i cannot afford to put any more money it to. From the number of air bag complaints i have seen i think…
ODI 10760135
Air Bags
My santa fe was taken in for service during which time the air bag light was activated. I had it checked by my local hyundai dealer and i was told that the air bag module had failed. I was told that the repair cost was going to be $450. I have already had to spend over $4000 for other repairs on this vehicle and i cannot afford to spend any more. I have read on the internet of numerous complaints of air bag module…
ODI 10639484
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, he lost control of the vehicle and crashed. The air bags failed to deploy. The police were contacted and a report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the sternum. The vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic where they deemed the vehicle as destroyed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10505211
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the passenger side air bag deployed independently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis who stated that everything appeared to be normal and no cause for failure was found. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 83,000.
ODI 10499317
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the driver side air bag erroneously deployed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that they could not diagnose the cause of failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 70,000.
ODI 10496499
Air Bags
Air bag trouble indicator light stays on after starting engine. Questioned dealer, they are aware of known problem with driver seat air bag switch and wiring causing air bag indicator light to come. Hyundai will not make repair to this safety defect at their cost. Cost is well over $1000.00. *tr
ODI 10478087
Air Bags · Engine And Engine Cooling · Suspension
My air bags light is always on and will not turn off. The suspension is horrible, i took it to a mechanic and he said" there was nothing he could do. And sometimes when i turn my vehicle on the engine revels up and sounds as if the acceleration is stuck. Scares me to death. *tr
ODI 10456747
Air Bags
My air sbag light is always on. It won't turn off.i don't if it is a problem with my air bags or just the light.it has been this way for years.there was not reason for it to turn on. I've never had an accident,so i don't if it will work when needed. I don't think i should for it. I think this a malfunction and should checked by a dealer at no cost.
ODI 11256061
Air Bags · Electrical System · Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
3rd time crank shaft sensor went in 1 year/5 months. Car only has 60,000 miles. All 3 times, car would not accelerate, check engine light then appears and seconds later the car shuts off. Twice we were on the highway when this happened and lucky we had enough time to get over to the breakdown lane before the car shut down. 3 times in a year and 5 months, this should not happen... Also, the air bag light has been…
ODI 10349641