Hyundai Santa Fe repair in North Miami

The Santa Fe is the step up SUV for many Miami Gardens families, with room for car seats and a cooler. It rides well but works hard in heat and traffic. We keep the engine, suspension and AC ready for everyday use.

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What we see on this car

What we see on the Santa Fe

Engine knock or high oil use

Some 2013 to 2019 Santa Fe Sport models with the 2.4L and 2.0L turbo are known for engine bearing wear. Recall and extended coverage campaigns apply to many. We diagnose it first.

Car diagnostics

Clunk from the front on rough roads

We often see worn sway bar links and control arm bushings on higher mileage Santa Fes. The noise gets louder on patched streets.

Suspension repair

Timing belt on first generation models

Santa Fes from 2001 to 2006 use a timing belt. If yours has no record of a change, we treat it as due. Later V6 engines use a chain.

Timing belt

AC not keeping up

A full SUV in August needs a strong AC. We check the charge, condenser fan and cabin filter before recommending parts.

AC repair

Hybrid system care

The Santa Fe Hybrid arrived for 2021. We do hybrid system checks, the 12 volt battery and regular maintenance in the same visit.

Hybrid service

Maintenance by mileage

30,000

Oil and filter, Tire rotation, Cabin air filter, Brake check

60,000

Brake fluid exchange, Front suspension check, Transfer case fluid on AWD, Battery test

90,000

Spark plugs, Transmission fluid check, Drive belt inspection, AC performance check

120,000

Engine coolant replacement, Timing belt on 2001 to 2006 models if not done, Shocks and struts check, Road test with a written report

Questions people ask

What is the difference between the Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport?

From 2013 to 2018, the Sport was the two row version with four cylinder engines. The longer Santa Fe, later called Santa Fe XL, had a V6. Parts differ, so we match them to your exact car.

How often should I rotate tires on an AWD Santa Fe?

Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles is a good habit. AWD systems do not like tires worn to different sizes, so even wear protects the drivetrain.

How do I know if my engine is covered by a campaign?

Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov or with a Hyundai dealer, where recall work is free. If you hear a knock, drive gently and let us diagnose it.