2019 Hyundai Santa FE Forward collision avoidance Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 6%of 203 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,550miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the forward collision avoidance of the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE, 6% of the 203 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,550 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“FCA system disabled radar blocked error came on while test driving on 3 separate occasions but no diagnostic code recorded, prior to taking possession they replaced a camera they thought to be the cause 11 days later during a snowy morning I got the same error again. Again it didn't register a code and I was told by the dealership no code, no problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #11443854, filed 2021-12“Issue with idle on-off. After idling at light etc. car will stall. First time would not re-start , I was towed. Mechanic replaced turbo feature but problem persists and I am not using the on -off feature in an attempt to not have this happen, yet it does.”
NHTSA complaint #11635460, filed 2025-01“Car turns off at lights /stop signs. Automatic break system activates. Have to wait at least five minutes to be able to restart car z same happens after driving and parking. Turbo and battery were replaced. I make sure not to use the automatic on/off feature which make issue worse. This is my fourth attempt to contact you. I cannot trade car in bc of mileage and still owing $. I love me vehicle and just want issue recognized and taken care off.”
NHTSA complaint #11648536, filed 2025-03“Was at a complete stop at a light with a car in front me, I had plenty of space when I started accelerating and then suddenly the automatic system braked hard. Like there was literally NO REASON for what the car did. It took a few seconds to get out of that issue but then was able to proceed as normal. There have been at least 2 other times where a side sensor was triggered while on the freeway violently jerking me to the left, nearly putting into another lane.”
NHTSA complaint #11656970, filed 2025-04“The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the check Forward Collision Avoidance warning light was illuminated. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle veered into oncoming traffic. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the sensor in the windshield had malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the windshield sensors were working as designed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the local dealer for assistance. …”
NHTSA complaint #11483290, filed 2022-09, 69,550 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10189805Mar 16, 2021Certain 2019-2020MY Santa Fe and 2018-2020MY Elantra equipped with the front multifunction camera may exhibit one or more of the following warnings on the instrument cluster…
- 10180998Sep 24, 2020Certain 2019-2020MY Santa Fe and 2018-2020MY Elantra equipped with the front multifunction camera may exhibit one or more of the following warnings on the instrument cluster…
- 10174793Apr 7, 2020Certain 2019-2020MY Santa Fe and 2018-2020MY Elantra equipped with front camera/multi-function camera may exhibit a series of Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS), Front Collision…
- 10161684May 2, 2019This bulletin provides information for replacement of the Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) module. Whenever the left or right side BCW module is being replaced, it is required…
Forward collision avoidance: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 14% |
| 2025 | 20 | 15% |
| 2024 | 16 | 10% |
| 2023 | 37 | 17% |
| 2022 | 16 | 8% |
| 2021 | 18 | 11% |
| 2020 | 14 | 6% |
| 2019 | 13 | 6% |
| 2018 | 2 | 2% |
| 2017 | 7 | 1% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 | 4 | 1% |
| 2013 | 5 | 1% |
| 2012 | 1 | 0% |
| 2010 | 1 | 0% |
| 2009 | 1 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE
73 complaintsOther or unknown
50 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
37 complaintsElectrical system
27 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsLane departure
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 Hyundai Santa FE
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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