2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 205
- 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.
What owners report
- fuel gauge · 88 records
- engine light · 72 records
- check engine · 69 records
- fuel level · 27 records
- fuel tank · 25 records
- light comes · 24 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 103 |
| 100–150k mi | 45 |
| 30–60k mi | 27 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel gauge shows empty tank, when tank is full. Check engine light on, but is intermittent. Risk is that vehicle runs out of fuel with no notice.
ODI 10925610
Fuel/Propulsion System
I've been noticing my mileage is slowly declining and the check engine light just came on the other day. I've noticed my gas hand sometimes goes down to make the light come on then it goes back up. Took my car to see why the check engine light came on and the code read fuel gauge sending unit is bad. I've read several complaints about this issue with santa fe's but no recall as of yet.
ODI 10915971
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 hyundia santa fe. While operating the vehicle, the check engine indicator illuminated and the fuel gauge indicator provided false readings. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 143,000.
ODI 10916743
Fuel/Propulsion System
While waiting at a traffic light, the fuel gauge started reading erratically, eventually causing p0464 error code. Replaced both fuel level sensors & problem returned, within 2 days time.
ODI 10916028
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel level gauge becomes erratic and does not indicate correct fuel level in gas tank. Recently "check engine light" came on and diagnosis by mechanic was "fuel level sensor a, circuit intermittent". This is a very expensive repair and should not occur on a vehicle at this stage. I have now become aware that this is an extremely common defect in the hyundai santa fe line of vehicles.
ODI 11078938
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
A problem is regarding fuel gauge failure /check engine light. Check engine light comes on ,goes off ,fuel gauge register on empty with light indicator anytime tank is less than full.
ODI 10916475
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai santa fe. While having the vehicle routinely inspected for emissions, the vehicle failed due to a faulty fuel gauge. The check engine indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, but the details could not be provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
ODI 10899764
Fuel/Propulsion System
My 2008 hyundai santa fe began having issues with the fuel gauge over a month ago. Every time i fill up the tank, the gauge will go to "e" and the "low fuel" light comes on, despite a full tank. At times the meter would starting moving up towards "full" but then bounce around. I understand it's close to $!000 to get this fixed - but i have read about so many other hyundai santa fe uses with the same issue that i…
ODI 10910774
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Fuel gauge always reads as empty, regardless of movement or amount of gas in tank, leaving driver to run out of gas in undesirable places. Repair is approx 600-800 dollars. Many complaints should be recalled. Has to do with the fuel sending sensor or something i was told.
ODI 11080103
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Took my car to a two mechanics who both said there is a gas leak in the evaporator of the emission control system. I read online that this issue is common with santa fes and i believe the company should issue a recall and get this dangerous issue fixed.
ODI 10966351
Fuel/Propulsion System
The check engine light came on and the gas gauge was not working properly. On 7/27/2016 i took the vehicle to the dealership and they replaced the fuel senders. On 9/9/2016 i took the vehicle back to the dealership because when the gas tank was full, there were very strong fuel fumes inside the vehicle. The maintenance rep stated that they checked it out and made sure everything was sealed properly. He also stated…
ODI 10924404
Fuel/Propulsion System
FUEL GUAGE READS EMPTY WHEN AT LEAST HALF FULL.
ODI 10910175
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel guage shows false reading, engine light comes on when tank is filled and shows empty reading. Guage will start rising after many miles (one hundred or more). Fuel guage will drop to empty. Car is stationary when filling, but giving false readings when moving anywhere. We never know when we are going to run out of gas. This is a safety issue and should be recalled!
ODI 10904528
Fuel/Propulsion System
This pertains to repair cost of $850.56 for my 2008 hyundai santa fe fuel gauge that was not reading the correct amount of fuel. I believe this issue pertains to manufacture's defect and hyundai should initiate a recall. Additionally, my hyundai only has about 58,360 miles to have a major repair cost of $850.56.
ODI 10871980
Fuel/Propulsion System
Like so many others, my fuel gauge is completely non functional. I have run out of gas in the middle of heavy traffic and now just fill the car up weekly to avoid issues. This is clearly an engineering issue given the frequency with which it occurs in this vehicle.
ODI 10884528
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
After a period of time where i noticed the fuel gauge acting erratically (occasionally widely swinging) the check engine light eventually illuminated. Dealer service found code p0464: "inspected cluster for any loose connections or damage, no issue found with cluster or wiring. Removed the sending units and found send units out of spec when moving by hand and ohm senders. Replaced both sending units and cleared…
ODI 10923989
Fuel/Propulsion System
My check engine will come on and the fuel gauge sensor will move erratically. I can go put gas in the car and it will still say empty. I do not know if i need gas or not. Very unsafe when travelling with kids. I keep pitting gas in because i'm afraid i'll run out. Had it checked by a mechanic and it showed the reason why the check engine light is on is because of the fuel gauge sensor. Real pain. This needs to be…
ODI 10862142
Fuel/Propulsion System
At 140,000 miles, the fuel sensor fails to show the correct amount of fuel. The indicator moves from half to empty in an instant. After re-cranking and driving a bit, the fuel needle will then slowly return to showing under half a tank. The range indicator does not indicate the correct range due to faulty sensor. I have to watch the trip mileage to know the amount of fuel i have. All problems start at about a 1/2…
ODI 10860480
Fuel/Propulsion System
The fuel level sensors in this car have failed. Regardless of the amount of gasoline in the tank, the fuel gauge reads that there is no fuel, and the check engine light remains "on" at all times. This is a safety issue because it can lead to a situation where the driver runs out of fuel (since the fuel gauge is not accurate) and the car stalls in the middle of traffic. That has not yet happened to me, but it could.…
ODI 10875671
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai sante fe. After the vehicle was taken in for inspection, the technician stated that the fuel gauge failed and the fuel gauge sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,000.
ODI 10851968
Fuel/Propulsion System
The fuel level sensor failed at around 55,000 miles,which resulted in the driver being unable to tell how much fuel was in the tank. Fuel transfer unit and fuel pump assembly had to be replaced.
ODI 10854664
Fuel/Propulsion System
Gas gauge sensor not reading level of gas in the car. Online i read many others with the sante fe, especially 2007-2008 year with this problem. I only have 80, 000 miles and it is not reading the appropriate gas level and fluctuates. The gas engine light is on and a mechanic read the code that it is the gas gauge sensor. I have read accounts online of the car reading gas at zero and turning the car off. I am now…
ODI 10838624
Fuel/Propulsion System
When i depressed the accelerator the pedal went down to the floor on its own and no amount of braking could bring the car under control. At the time i was traveling at 55mph and the car shot to 70mph. Finally after pumping brakes several times the pedal popped up with an audible sound. Happened the next day as well same thing. I have read that the throttle position sensor is the culprit and the dealerships cite…
ODI 10837957
Fuel/Propulsion System
My engine light came stays on and then shuts off. My gas gauge keeps moving up and down. Once i fill my gas tank completely the gas will show filled and engine light will go off and then within an hour the engine light will come on and the gas gauge goes to empty and the fuel light comes on showing the car as empty. Then within 20 minutes the gas gauge will move back up and the gas gauge will shut off but the engine…
ODI 10837249
Fuel/Propulsion System
The gas electric float doesn't work it a 'll ways shows i have no gas i have to fill ever 2 days just so i don't run out. But have gotten stuck in the side if the road 5 times since problem happened. Haven't gotten it fixed due to mo get issues for it.
ODI 11073771