2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Review

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is a Sport Utility 4-dr style car measuring 184.10 in length and 67.90 in height. Made in United States, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has 9 trims priced by the manufacturer at 28,125 with just total of 1 recalls in the past 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 18.00 gallon. The engine is 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V and uses 21 of gasoline in the city and 21 on highways.

Make: Hyundai

Model: Santa Fe

Trims Available: 9

Location: UNITED STATES

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Engine: 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V

Transmission: 6A

Driveline: 4WD

Seats: 5

MSRP: $28,125 USD

MPG: 20 City / 26 HWY

Tires: 235/60R18

Tank Size: 18 gallon

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Hyundai Santa Fe 2012 Trims

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.4 FWD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Transmission: 6A

Drivetrain: RWD

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 21 City / 28 HWY

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 2.4 4WD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Transmission: 6A

Drivetrain: 4WD

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 20 City / 25 HWY

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 3.5 FWD

Engine: 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V

Transmission: 6A

Drivetrain: RWD

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 20 City / 26 HWY

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 2.4 FWD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Transmission: 6A

Drivetrain: RWD

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 21 City / 28 HWY

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 3.5 FWD

Engine: 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V

Transmission: 6A

Drivetrain: RWD

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 20 City / 26 HWY

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 3.5 4WD

Engine: 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V

Transmission: 6A

Drivetrain: 4WD

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 20 City / 26 HWY

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 3.5 4WD

Engine: 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V

Transmission: 6A

Drivetrain: 4WD

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 20 City / 26 HWY

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 3.5 FWD

Engine: 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V

Transmission: 6A

Drivetrain: RWD

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 20 City / 26 HWY

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 3.5 4WD

Engine: 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V

Transmission: 6A

Drivetrain: 4WD

Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 20 City / 26 HWY

Vin Numbers

5XYZHDAG0CG131978
5XYZHDAG0CG139983
5XYZHDAG0CG144195
5XYZHDAG1CG103039
5XYZHDAG1CG112470
5XYZHDAG2CG104118
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5XYZHDAG3CG113748
5XYZHDAG4CG099763
5XYZHDAG4CG165602
5XYZHDAG6CG103568
5XYZHDAG8CG123823
5XYZHDAG9CG148827
5XYZHDAG9CG157589
5XYZHDAG2CG105334
5XYZHDAG8CG165554
5XYZHDAG0CG103937
5XYZHDAG4CG137198

Safety and Reliability

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* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 20V746000 started on /Date(1606798800000-0500)/.

Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster, 2012 Santa Fe, 2011-2013 Sonata Hybrid, and 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.

Consequence: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk on January 25, 2021. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 198.

FAQ

One of the main issues about the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is related to the latest recall where "a damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash". 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is ranked 3 in safety ratings, which is higher then the rating for 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is made in United States between 2001 to 2022.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is lower than $13,638.

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe can go 378 miles in the city and 504 on the highways.