NHTSA Complaint #11705523 — 2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11705523
Vehicle	2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	December 15, 2025
Date Filed	December 17, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NH

Consumer Description

Both horns on my 2023 Hyundai Santa FE have failed 3 times. The first set was covered under warranty (3/24), the second set cost $499.64 (3/25). Now both horns are nonfunctional after just being replaced this Spring. After reviewing many complaints on the Hyundai community form, it is very obvious there is a major issue with their horns ( and not just the Santa Fe model). Twice this week I was in need of my horn to alert other drivers but instead had to make quick maneuvers to avoid an incident. My vehicle currently cannot pass a state inspection.

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