2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Engine Problems

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January 7, 2013
Engine · Fuel Injection System · Power Train
2013 hyundai santa fe. Consumer states issues with hesitation and stalling when accelerating. *tgw the dealer informed the consumer the problem was caused by electronic fuel injection, which was common among several brands of automobiles and there was no fix for the problem. The hesitation at acceleration occurred at slow speeds while turning and the engine would momentarily stall. *jb
ODI 10491265
January 2, 2013 · 1,018 miles
Engine · Power Train · Wheels
Below is the report sent to hyundai on july 15, 2013 re: hyundai santa fe suv being probed for sudden power loss -- reported by associated press july 10, 2013. We purchased a santa fe sport at the end of november 2012. On january 2, 2013 with only 1018 miles on vehicle, our santa fe experienced essentially the same problem as described in the referenced article. A loud noise occurred (as if running over an…
ODI 10524926
December 5, 2012 · 52 miles
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Vehicle will not fill past 3/4 tank. If you stay at pump and keep clicking it will overflow and eventually fill but, then engine light appears and must to return to dealer for service. Many parts have been installed in an attempt to fix but nothing works. Electronic steering exceptionally vague in any of three settings, trailer connector not functioning. Vehicle engine almost cuts off at times. *tr
ODI 10498104