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Robert M.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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06/27/2017

May be a decent vehicle, but I'll never buy another Hyundai vehicle.

I bought my 2009 Santa Fe new in February 2010. Since then, it has been meticulously maintained and yet it looks like it is 20 years old. The paint is flaking off. This started a few short years after I bought the vehicle, beginning around 2013. Contacted the dealer (Bill Hood Hyundai of Hammond, LA) and was told it was my problem. I then contacted the manufacturer and got the same story. Only this time, the manufacturer informs me they have solved the paint problem with a new pre-paint treatment and offer a full 8 year warranty on the paint. What did they do for me? Nothing! I had the hood repainted at great expense. When I picked the vehicle up, the body shop owner told me what poor condition the paint was in on the rest of the vehicle. He said the metal was improperly prepared prior to painting. The Hyundai brand is a complete bust for me. It is an inexpensive brand and it only proves you get what you pay for. Buyer beware! My SUV has only 47,000 miles on it as of June 2017.
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Walter M.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
02/22/2018
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DONE

THIS CAR A PIECE OF JUNK AND FITZ CAN NOT FIX IT. I WILL CERTAINLY NOT BUY ANOTHER SANTA FE. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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Jeffrey D.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
08/06/2019
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Lots of repair issues with this vehicle

A failed fuel sender at 60k miles a failed transmission at 80k miles multiple ball joints and half axles replaced all under 100k miles 4 front valve cover gaskets and alternates replaced under recall warranty. Cannot recommend hyundai vehicles because of the poor repair history I have experienced with this vehicle. Will buy a Toyota highlander or Honda pilot next time
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SCOTT M.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
04/17/2020
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Garbage

I'm not a fan of this vehicle at all.its my daughter's car and I don't drive it much.if I had to drive it more it would have been traded off a long time ago.im sure she will be getting rid of it before too much longer.
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Janice R.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
03/08/2017
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Not my best car

I have NEVER had a car that I have had to replace so many light bulbs. Why? Also why is the paint coming off, This has never happened to me before either, and I keep my card for many years before trading. This one will be gone as soon as it's paid off. I like the car but not all the repairs.
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Jared T.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
06/19/2017
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Low Quality Vehicle, Especially Electrical

This is the lowest quality vehicle I, or anyone in my family, has ever owned. Electrical problems started showing up right after the warranty was up - go figure...
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Richard H.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
12/06/2018
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Over hyped and not supported enough

I assumed the vehicle would last for a very long time, at least more than 70K miles. But it is slowly falling apart and no one at Hyundai wants to help. Really surprising the # of people who need new fuel sensors at 70K miles. The corrosive rust is not understandable at this mileage and the paint fading to a matte finish in areas is mindboggling. The car looks very worn for being well maintained servicewise. Falling apart way too soon.
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Jerry W.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
12/12/2018
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Jerry December 2018

Great car, but could be greater if they’d prime the vehicle well enough that paint wouldn’t start flaking off car for no apparent reason at 9 years of age. All of a sudden have large flakes of paint flaking off above windshield and near tail light. All paint inside the door jams of rear hatch flaking off.
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Art G.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
01/23/2019
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The Dealer (Circle Hyundai) is excellent--no complaints. The vehicle 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is not up to quality standards of Toyota or Honda

The vehicle 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is not up to quality standards of Toyota or Honda. I have a 2009 Santa Fe with 129K miles.Latest problem with rust in front end, though partially paid for by Hyundai, never occurred on my Toyota Corolla 212K miles and Honda Accord 150K miles.
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David W.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/19/2016
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Great Hyundai Santa Fe 09

My car Corners great and makes great U turns and is very good on gas love the car runs excellent when it is running in good shape
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Vera B.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
12/28/2016
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V Blocker

For the most part I have enjoyed my Santa Fe; the only major problem I have had is the fuel sensor going bad; that was a pain and costly! I had to take it back a second time after the problem suppose to have been fixed.
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Edson P.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
02/07/2017
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Great exterior design

But poor V6 performance.
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Julie B.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
06/13/2017
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Hyundai 2009 Santa Fe

Overall the vehicle has been very reliable and Somersworth Hyundai and Hyundai Corporation stand behind their warranty
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Carolyn B.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
07/05/2017
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Hyundai Santa Fen 2009

I have a 2009 Hyundai and I had one major issue where there was an oil leak that caused the car to stop running. Hyundai had a recall on replacing only of the oil gaskets. I had to have it repaired twice. Hyundai did honor these issues. Other then this problem the vehicle has ran well with the normal maintenance for wear on this SUV
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EVELYN F.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
05/20/2018
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A vehicle for family use.

This vehicle has been faily dependable. Unfortunately the designers do not take into consideration the location of certain switches and sensors , that northern states is a nightmare (salt damage). The undercarriage looks pretty good but the safety switches and sensors really are not environment friendly.
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Nancy T.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/29/2019
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Nice car but...

Comfortable vehicle that is good in bad weather. Cabin electronic are fair as interior lighting unit had to be replaced and CD player stopped working. Fuel sensors had to be replaced twice. Front axles also needed to be replaced. Poor gas mileage.
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Irene C.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/14/2020
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Its ok

Over all good car to keep in town . They could never find out what was going on The car would die in the middle of the street I always used the gas cleaner from Hyundai, but it never did Work, I just keep it to run errands
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GARY B.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/27/2020
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Paint peel

Vehicle was purchased used with just over 100k miles (now less than 150k). Relaced alternator, both front hubs, and fuel tank sending unit. Currently has a non working passenger side window switch and paint peeling on hood and roof (right above the windshield). The seats are not so comfortable and the front end is noisey on anything other than a recently paved surface. Other than that I'm okay with this vehicle and will keep it a while longer but doubtful I will buy another Hyundai.
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JOHN B.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
04/28/2015
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Great transportation!

For a second vehicle, it is the best. Didn't want anything to fancy or flashy, just need something to haul things when needed. Thought about a truck, but, for my needs it seemed a little much. But this SUV, is perfect for my needs and much more than I expected to get! Thank you Hyundai, you hit the nail on the head with this sale!!
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EDWARD P.
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customer Verified Owner
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/17/2015
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My Sante Fe

This was my first SUV, I do enjoy driving it, it definitely is a much rougher ride than my Sonata was. I do average under 20 MPG, wish it was a little better. The first two years it was a pretty quite ride, now it does have some rattles. Navigation system is OK, since I did the upgrade about 2yrs ago it does tend to get me lost, the system is also hard to see in the bright daylight. I do like my Hyundai's and I'm sure I'll be owning others.
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