Hyundai Santa Cruz: safety ratings, MPG, and recalls
Year-by-year NHTSA safety ratings, EPA fuel economy, recall history, and complaint counts for the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
68
CarCabin Score
Mixed
40
Safety
/ 40
0
Fuel
/ 25
14
Rel.
/ 20
14
Rec.
/ 15
Safety (overall)
NHTSA NCAP
Combined MPG
n/a
EPA
Recalls (year)
1
6 across all years
Complaints (year)
30
289 across all years
Safety rating breakdown (2024)
NHTSA NCAP star ratings across categories.
Recall timeline
NHTSA campaigns by year, colored by inferred severity.
Owner complaint summary (2024)
Top component categories
- POWER TRAIN9
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER3
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2
- STEERING2
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
Severe outcomes reported
- Crash-involved complaints3
- Fire-involved complaints0
- Injuries reported3
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Counts are consumer self-reports and may not be verified.
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FAQ
What is the CarCabin Score for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?+
68 out of 100 for 2024. The score combines NHTSA safety stars (5), EPA combined MPG (n/a), recall count (1), and complaint count (30). See the methodology page for the formula.
How many recalls has the Hyundai Santa Cruz had?+
Across all model years indexed (2015 onward), NHTSA shows 6 Hyundai Santa Cruz recall campaigns. Severity is inferred from campaign text and shown on the recall timeline above.
Where can I verify recall status for my specific vehicle?+
Always verify recall status with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The CarCabin profile is a summary; only NHTSA can tell you whether a campaign applies to your specific vehicle and whether the remedy has been performed.
Sources. NHTSA NCAP (safety), NHTSA Recalls API, NHTSA Complaints API, EPA Fuel Economy dataset. CarCabin Score formula at /methodology.
Disclaimer. CarCabin is not a dealer, mechanic, or automotive advisor. Always verify recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN and have a qualified mechanic inspect any vehicle before purchase.