2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Service Brakes Problems
- 38
- 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 38 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pedal · 11 records
- brake light · 9 records
- brake lights · 8 records
- stability control · 8 records
- cruise control · 7 records
- check engine · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 11 |
| 60–100k mi | 10 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Brake lights remain on, stability control is turned off and cruise control doesn't work. This is a safety hazard to vehicles following, a lack of vehicle stability control, an inability to maintain a constant speed on the freeway. There has been a historic recall on this issue - but not for this specific vin. This vehicle obviously is using the same defective part. Battery runs down and vehicle won't start unless…
ODI 11175886
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Check engine light stays on after a professional reset brakes light wont go off unless i unhook the battery
ODI 11141634
Service Brakes
Check engine light came on and the diagnostic code (p0504) revealed that it was the brake light switch.
ODI 11140455
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Service Brakes
I had just gotten on the interstate and the car started and continued accelerating on its own. I had the wipers going; cruise was not turned on or set, there was nothing obstructing brake or accelerator petals. I turned the lights to auto then down to running lights then to the on position. Just at that moment when i put the lights in the on position is when it took over the accelerator. I tried stepping on the…
ODI 11084245
Service Brakes
I have a problem with the esc unit. I can be driving down the road and the right hand front break will all of a sudden at radium grab and jerk the car to the right. This problem has occurred at speeds ranging from 35 to 70 mph. I have taken the car to the hyundai dealership 3 or 4 time to get the problem fixed and have spent $1,300.00 and they still haven't fixed the problem. I am being told we don't find anything…
ODI 11081963
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Unknown Or Other
Crankshaft harmonic balancer broke apart which caused loss of control: ( of the steering, brakes, lighting, etc. ) the vehicle was in motion at a very low speed while turning into a driveway! Fortunately i was able to immediately stop and shut off the engine which prevented excessive damage from shrapnel. If this occurred at the interstate speeds, it could have proved catastrophic for myself, passengers and other…
ODI 11056038
Service Brakes · Steering · Wheels
Sometimes when i make a left or ight turn, the anti lock brakes cause the vehicle to slow down. This isn't the only issue but the car turns off and the steering locks. Im not able to turn or stop. This happens when im at a very slow speed while turning. It happened numerous times. I went online and it was many compliants and reviews on the 2003 to 2006 models. Im really afraid this can cause a collision. Im not the…
ODI 11033350
Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
Approximately 2015 the fuel level sensors began malfunctioning and then failed completely within a few weeks causing the vehicle to constantly show an empty fuel light even when full. In 2017 at some the passenger side rear brake caliper bracket pins seized with no noticeable driving difference until drivers side rear rotor began to fail. I do not know how long i have been driving with only 1 rear brake. Hyundai…
ODI 11002698
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
While driving through an intersection at approximately 40 mph my 2007 santa fe started to decelerate even as i pushed the gas pedal realizing something was wrong started looking for a place to pull over then all my gauges went crazy fuel gauge showed empty rpm gauge was showing 3000 rpm(engine was off) all dash lights came on and the engine would not start. Oil leaking from front valve cover had shorted out the…
ODI 10915928
Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 hyundai santa fe. Upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. After driving a short distance, the electronic stability control warning indicator also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, which produced failure codes for the fuel senders and brake light switch. The vehicle was not repaired. The mechanic stated…
ODI 10983538
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Sensors -are bad. Have to turn off esc to keep from abs pulling me off the road. Feels like brakes are falling out. Someone else i saw said she had same issue. I paid over $2,000 to get brakes fixed at dealership-never fixed issue. I turn off button only give me a chance to drive.
ODI 11072278
Air Bags · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
I own a 2007 hyundai santa fe. The air bag light, engine check light, the electric stability control (esc) light , abs and the traction control light illuminated steadily on the dash, when the vehicle is turned on. The gas gauge sometimes works even when the tank was full. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who stated that the failures were not recall related. The manufacturer was notified of the failures but…
ODI 10789438
Electrical System · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that the electronic function panel on the driver side failed to work and all of the doors randomly failed to lock on the inside and outside. The vehicle was to be taken to the dealer for further inspection and diagnosis. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 09v122000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The brake pedal was applied several times…
ODI 10885553
Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
My 2007 hyundai santa fe suddenly accelerated when i attempted to apply the brakes to slow down so i could get into a left hand turning lane. As soon as i touched the brakes, the car revved up and accelerated to a very high speed on its own. I'm not sure how fast i was going, but fast enough to throw me back against the car seat as i ran through a red light unable to stop. I tried the brakes again but they didn't…
Crash reported
ODI 10778460
Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 hyundai santa fe. While driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle accelerated on its own. The contact stated depressed the brake pedal to the floor, but they failed to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was out of control. The contact turned the ignition switch off and jumped out of the vehicle. The vehicle eventually shut off and was able to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer,…
ODI 10776493
Service Brakes
Our 2007 hyundai santa fe has loud noise from the back wheels. Took to the dealer. The dealer said the brake rotors and calipers were rusted. For safety concern, the dealer advised that we have both rotors and calipers changed. It was 6/29/2015 and the car has driven only 257664 miles. Reportedly, dealer replaced rotors and caliper with oem parts. Within 3 months. We notices the rotors are rusted. We took the car…
ODI 10783748
Service Brakes
At 3:30 p.m. I was in my 2007 hyundai santa fe on my driveway, waiting for the garage door to go up. My foot was on the brake. Without warning, the car accelerated. (the 20 mph shown above is approximate.) the car ran into the garage door and knocked it off its tracks. It crashed into built-in wooden cabinets along the side of the garage and came to rest against a wooden platform at the front of the garage. My foot…
Crash reported
ODI 10714700
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
3/18 driving down a road hit a large pothole esc off and abs lights pop on the dash press the esc button which did nothing.i stop in a parking lot turn the car off and then back on the lights came back on as i pulled away the lights turned off. 3/19 i was driving at about 25-30 and all of a sudden the esc off and abs lights came one once again i park at the grocery store to shop. Leaving the grocery store i turn on…
ODI 10695245
Electrical System · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 hyundai santa fe. While driving 70 mph, the stop lamp switch failed and caused the cruise control and brakes to disengage. The brake lights failed to illuminate. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired according to nhtsa campaign number: 09v122000 (service brakes, hydraulic), but the failure recurred. The dealer stated that the stop lamp switch needed to be replaced.…
ODI 10632646
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
When pressing on the brakes, the antilock braking system abs will activate whether slowing at 10 mph to and intersection or slowing at 50 mph in traffic. While driving, the esc and abs warning lights come on at the same time. The brakes and warning lights come on on asphalt streets in good shape, on bumpy roads, or going over speed bumps. The abs activated when coming to an intersection preventing the car from…
ODI 10583365
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes
Brake switch malfunctioned causing esc off light to illuminate, cruise control not to engage, and brake lights to not illuminate. Check engine code of p0405 being thrown by onboard computer to indicate failure. *tr
ODI 10566600
Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
I went to the dealer to have recall issues corrected and another customer brought his same year vehicle with the same issues in for his recalls. I heard him tell the service guy the exact same issues i was having. They pulled my car around and when i got in the car the esc light was still on so i went back in to ask about it and he pulls it up my info and tells me the production date did not qualify and that it's…
ODI 10551470
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
At a slow speed while turning (either direction, as incident has occurred now 3 times in 10 weeks) vehicle loses all power to steer and brake. Feels like the car has died, however the battery and check engine light are on. When it resolved, the engine was still running, brakes and steering restored. First two times the power failure was momentarily. Third time the vehicle lost power for 3-4 minutes and stranded me…
ODI 10557417
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
The brakes light was functioning (not on) when the brake pedal is depressed. The esc off light start to stay on. *tr
ODI 10534229
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Purchased used vehicle in march of 2013 at 32700 miles. 4 mos later at 43000 miles rear brakes began grinding severely. Took it to the dealer and they informed me the rear caliper got stuck/froze and the grinding damaged the rotor. Brake pad and rotor on rear driver side must be replaced and brake pad and rotor on passenger side needs resurfacing. Also esc light has been turning off and on and dealership claims…
ODI 10533965
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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