I have a 2014 Santa Fe that had the same issue. Had to take it to the dealer three times to show the oil level was going low without a leak anywhere. The dealer then sent the issue to Hyundai headquarters and they replaced my engine for free. Said they had issues with some engines valve ports were not drilled out all the way causing this issue.
Engine replacement cost due to oil consumption
After months of back and forth, Hyundai has offered to cover 80% of the cost of replacing my 2013 Santa Fe 6 cylinder engine due to excessive oil consumption. The dealer just quoted me an "conservative" estimate of $11,000 for a short block and related parts which seems high (my 20% would be as much as $2200). How much should a repair like this cost?
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I have a 2014 Santa Fe that had the same issue. Had to take it to the dealer three times to show the oil level was going low without a leak anywhere. The dealer then sent the issue to Hyundai headquarters and they replaced my engine for free. Said they had issues with some engines valve ports were not drilled out all the way causing this issue. Mine is a 2.0 four cylinder
Yes, I followed the same procedure. I go through an average of 3 qts of oil every 1000 miles. I researched the class action law suits about this concern and my year and model are not listed. I am being told that only the 4 cylinder is getting a free engine at this time; however, I wouldn't be surprised if the 6 follows. 80% is a decent offer.
I have a 2017 and they only said they'd cover 50% after going through that same process. How is that determined? Don't you think it would all or nothing? They obviously have manufacturing defects and should have been recalled long before. I'm very upset with everything I've had to do to get here and still pay a very large sum of money.
We had the same problem with our 2013 Santa Fe Sport. We contacted one dealer who was going to charge us the full price to put in a new engine, plus a diagnostic fee. After reading the posts in this forum, we contacted another dealer less than 10 mi away who did a free diagnostic and is replacing the engine for free. They said they have a ton of Hyundai's that they'll be putting new engines in. It's a known issue and Hyundai corporate is cooperating. We even got a call from a representative from Hyundai. They offered a rental car for the duration. So my advice is to check around with different dealers until you get a reputable one!
Do dealerships only offer concessions/free replacement if you're the original owner?
I'm the 3rd owner of a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. 93K miles and showing signs that engine failure might be imminent.
I'm the 3rd owner of a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. 93K miles and showing signs that engine failure might be imminent.
We did not have to show that we were the original owners in order to get a new engine. I have read on other blogs that it applies to all owners. But again, call around and find a reputable dealer.
Thank you so much bedbugbeagle, that's really helpful. Anybody know a specific dealership in the TriState area that offered the replacement fully covered? I've called a few but they've been a little evasive about the question.
Try calling Hyundai customer relations. They were very helpful according to my husband. They gave us the the code we needed to give to our local dealer to get our engine replacement. Plus they offered a rental car.Thank you so much bedbugbeagle, that's really helpful. Anybody know a specific dealership in the TriState area that offered the replacement fully covered? I've called a few but they've been a little evasive about the question.
I also have a 2014 Santa Fe, just out of warranty (110K miles), had the oil changed at the end of Sept 2022 and Dec 25 2022 without warning it stopped running while driving on a busy street. Had it towed to a mechanic who said there was NO oil in the engine! There is not a leak, never has been one, and a oil change is not due for another 3k MILES! Apparently, the valve port is shot, just as you stated. I am calling Hyundai headquarters now, thank you for the information!I have a 2014 Santa Fe that had the same issue. Had to take it to the dealer three times to show the oil level was going low without a leak anywhere. The dealer then sent the issue to Hyundai headquarters and they replaced my engine for free. Said they had issues with some engines valve ports were not drilled out all the way causing this issue.
I have a 2017 Hyundai Sante Fe 6 cylinder engine as well and this happened to me over New Years Eve. The light for low oil didn’t come on . I’m pretty sure this lawsuit is going to cover 6 cylinder engines pretty soon too.
You don't need to wait for a lawsuit settlement. You can very likely receive an engine replacement like we did on our 2013 Santa Fe. Others did too. See above for details.
Said they had issues with some engines valve ports were not drilled out all the way causing this issue.
I have a 2017 Hyundai Sante Fe 6 cylinder engine as well and this happened to me over New Years Eve. The light for low oil didn’t come on . I’m pretty sure this lawsuit is going to cover 6 cylinder engines pretty soon too.
I also have a 2017 and the same thing just happened to me 1 week ago! My car is at the dealership now and they are trying to charge me 4300 to fix it! Thank y’all so much for this information!
WOW! I am so glad we all found this forum! I was beating myself up about this and wondering what I did wrong. Obviously, we all did everything right and there is a real issue with these engines and oil consumption. My santa fe is also currently at the dealership and it will be weeks before they can even LOOK at it! It is safe to say, if they do not fix this without charge, I will get an attorney and I will NEVER buy another Hyundai again regardless! Please keep us posted on your car!I also have a 2017 and the same thing just happened to me 1 week ago! My car is at the dealership now and they are trying to charge me 4300 to fix it! Thank y’all so much for this information!
I have a 2014 hyundai sante fe sport 2.0 4 cylinder with 120k miles and we have babied the car with every maintenance on time and then have done every flush in the car possible and then some. I am extremely upset about our car . As we went backand forth with corporate for 45 days about the engine to which they finally replaced it along with other parts for free. They initially denied replacing it for free as they said we didn’t “take care of maintenance” so it was our fault. However, we kept every single receipt from services and fought tooth and nail. But with fighting with them for 45 days then the approval then due to a parts shortage on top of that, they took a additional 90 days to make the repair. THEY DIDN'T OFFER US A RENTAL. then I’m going to list below the repairs we have made all within the last year AFTER the engine. December 2021 - engine replacement, starter replacement , turbo replacement, map sensor and about 7 different gasket changes= $7500 (warranties took care of this) oil pump replacement - $1100 (cash) FULL TRANSMISSION FAILURE AND REPLACEMENT - $4500 (cash) coolant hoses, temp sensor, oxygen or 02 sensor replacement - $1800 (cash) (2) different lights the front right and back right brake bulbs - $150 This has happened ALL WITHIN A YEAR. And no joke this is stuff that still needs to be replaced as it’s totally failed but isn’t critical to driving. AC doesn’t work at all. Haven’t gotten it looked at cause it’s winter but assuming the worst - $1500 (2) spray windshield nozzles AND the windshield chemical reservoir container - $600 (2) hydraulic hood lifts - $250 and lastly we asked if anything else is gonna break . The service tech said the only thing he sees now is our motor mounts are wearing down so expect that and other basic maintenance like serpentine belt and such .. so basically another $1000 we have put $14,000+ in the car in the last year alone for a car worth MAYBE $20k if we’re lucky . And we still east have another $3300 to fix the last remaining problems … WORST-PART is Hyundai doesn’t care , doesn’t lift a finger to help and pretty much has said F*** off .. I won’t be buying another Hyundai ever againThank you so much bedbugbeagle, that's really helpful. Anybody know a specific dealership in the TriState area that offered the replacement fully covered? I've called a few but they've been a little evasive about the question.
Oh my goodness! This is awful and unacceptable! While I have been without a car since Dec 25, 2021, I certainly have not put in any additional money for any large repairs over the years. You definitely have a lemon and I would look into getting an attorney. Thank you for sharing this because I was not considering purchasing any more Hyundai vehicles, but I was considering keeping my Santa Fe when/IF it gets fixed! But after reading this, it will be on the market the day I get it back! This just isn't right....I have a 2014 hyundai sante fe sport 2.0 4 cylinder with 120k miles and we have babied the car with every maintenance on time and then have done every flush in the car possible and then some. I am extremely upset about our car . As we went backand forth with corporate for 45 days about the engine to which they finally replaced it along with other parts for free. They initially denied replacing it for free as they said we didn’t “take care of maintenance” so it was our fault. However, we kept every single receipt from services and fought tooth and nail. But with fighting with them for 45 days then the approval then due to a parts shortage on top of that, they took a additional 90 days to make the repair. THEY DIDN'T OFFER US A RENTAL. then I’m going to list below the repairs we have made all within the last year AFTER the engine. December 2021 - engine replacement, starter replacement , turbo replacement, map sensor and about 7 different gasket changes= $7500 (warranties took care of this) oil pump replacement - $1100 (cash) FULL TRANSMISSION FAILURE AND REPLACEMENT - $4500 (cash) coolant hoses, temp sensor, oxygen or 02 sensor replacement - $1800 (cash) (2) different lights the front right and back right brake bulbs - $150 This has happened ALL WITHIN A YEAR. And no joke this is stuff that still needs to be replaced as it’s totally failed but isn’t critical to driving. AC doesn’t work at all. Haven’t gotten it looked at cause it’s winter but assuming the worst - $1500 (2) spray windshield nozzles AND the windshield chemical reservoir container - $600 (2) hydraulic hood lifts - $250 and lastly we asked if anything else is gonna break . The service tech said the only thing he sees now is our motor mounts are wearing down so expect that and other basic maintenance like serpentine belt and such .. so basically another $1000 we have put $14,000+ in the car in the last year alone for a car worth MAYBE $20k if we’re lucky . And we still east have another $3300 to fix the last remaining problems … WORST-PART is Hyundai doesn’t care , doesn’t lift a finger to help and pretty much has said F*** off .. I won’t be buying another Hyundai ever again
@kykiefer60 - Thank you. Yes the car is definitely a lemon to the max. I have contacted several attorneys and it’s stupid as our car is too old , to many miles we’ve put on it since we originally purchased it years ago … however, and what they don’t see and understand , is that we purchased it and everything ran perfect for years , then all of a sudden within the range of 1-1.5 years everything just brakes down . So every lawyer I’ve talked to chalked it up that’s normal wear and tear due to the mileage” which is beyond stupid .. I see if things like belts , and other parts were to fail as of course it’s intended too after time. But major components like the engine, transmission, AC system, oil pressure, fuel pump etc and all within a year … then the balls of Hyundai corporate to deny me for some warranties and drag there feet every step of the way ,.. I really wish I could find a lawyer that would take on the case cause I believe I would have a settlement for sure of the right people saw what’s happening …Oh my goodness! This is awful and unacceptable! While I have been without a car since Dec 25, 2021, I certainly have not put in any additional money for any large repairs over the years. You definitely have a lemon and I would look into getting an attorney. Thank you for sharing this because I was not considering purchasing any more Hyundai vehicles, but I was considering keeping my Santa Fe when/IF it gets fixed! But after reading this, it will be on the market the day I get it back! This just isn't right....
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