Hyundai Santa Fe NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2027):
NHTSA rates the Hyundai Santa Fe at 4 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Hyundai Santa Fe Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 7 | 136 |
| 2024 | 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 7 | 136 |
| 2023 | 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 202 |
| 2023 | 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 202 |
| 2022 | 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 | 192 |
| 2022 | 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 | 192 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Hyundai Santa Fe Safety FAQ
Is the Hyundai Santa Fe a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Hyundai Santa Fe an overall crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Hyundai Santa Fe?
The Hyundai Santa Fe scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 17.4%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Hyundai Santa Fe have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Hyundai Santa Fe as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.