- Engine / equipment
- Hyundai Santa Fe III (2.4 petrol and 2.2 CRDi)
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
- Symptoms
- Worn ball joints and torn drive-shaft boots at the roadworthiness test; on 4x4 versions, the rear wheels hop when turning and there are drivetrain noises.
- Possible cause described
- According to inspections, the front ball joints are usually worn. Several owners had to replace the transfer case; one possible cause is a magnetic coupling that does not disengage and strains the drivetrain.
- Check for the garage
- Check the ball joints and boots; on 4x4 versions, check on a tight turn whether the rear wheels hop and read the all-wheel-drive codes.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
KNOWN FAULT · Hyundai
Ball joints, drive shafts and all-wheel drive on the Santa Fe III
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to repair this fault?
No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.
A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Calculate estimateHow is it checked?
Check the ball joints and boots; on 4x4 versions, check on a tight turn whether the rear wheels hop and read the all-wheel-drive codes.
What are the symptoms?
Worn ball joints and torn drive-shaft boots at the roadworthiness test; on 4x4 versions, the rear wheels hop when turning and there are drivetrain noises.
Which cars and years does it affect?
- Brands
- Hyundai
- Engine / equipment
- Hyundai Santa Fe III (2.4 petrol and 2.2 CRDi)
- Period mentioned
- 2012–2018
Taking it to a garage?
Models with this entry
- Hyundai Santa Fe (III)2012–2018
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