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2023 Hyundai Santa Fe

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Santa Fe.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S8)

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe features an AM-S8 automatic transmission and an engine requiring 5.1 quarts of 0W-20 API SN oil. This configuration achieves an EPA-rated fuel economy of 21/28/24 mpg. In the context of the model's 2001-2026 history, the 2023 year recorded 200 owner complaints—primarily in the "Unknown Or Other" category—and one recall, placing it well below the 2017 peak of 941 complaints.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.1 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 API SNOEM · verified
Lug nut torque79.0-94.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy21/28/24 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 263312J000. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size255/45R20/XL 105VOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter263312J000 alt 263502S001
Fuel filter31112L1000
Spark plug1887509085
Serpentine belt252122T000
Cabin air filterKLC79AC001

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length188.6 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height67.3 in
Wheelbase109.1 in
Curb weight3812 lb
Track (front / rear)64.6 / 65 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined21 / 28 / 24 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Santa Fe of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.0–9.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.00 sec — 2021 Calligraphy 2.5T HTRAC
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022Plug-in Hybrid Limited HTRAC 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 12.4-kWh7.00 sec15.20 sec261 hpAWD
2022Plug-in Hybrid Limited HTRAC 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 12.4-kWh7.50 sec15.70 sec261 hpAWD
2022XRT HTRAC 2.5L I-49.60 sec17.20 sec191 hpAWD
2021Calligraphy 2.5T HTRAC 2.5L Turbo I-46.00 sec14.50 sec277 hpAWD
2021Calligraphy 2.5T HTRAC 2.5L Turbo I-46.20 sec14.60 sec277 hpAWD
2021Hybrid Limited HTRAC 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 1.5-kWh7.50 sec15.70 sec226 hpAWD
2021Hybrid Limited HTRAC 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 1.5-kWh8.20 sec16.20 sec226 hpAWD
2021Hybrid Limited HTRAC 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 1.5-kWh8.50 sec16.40 sec226 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.1 qt of 0W-20 API SN engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 4 · DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 79.0-94.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.3 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4 · DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.56-0.67 Qts.
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.56-0.67 Qts.
Engine Coolant Capacity7.72 qt

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts79.0-94.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)100 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPOE
RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPOE
RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPAG

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1130-138 ft. lbs., step 2: 180-190130–138 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 48,000 mi; coolant every 24,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 24,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 8,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect)
Every 16,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Fuel Evaporative Canister Filter (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 20,000 miEngine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 24,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Hybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)
Every 32,000 miRack & Pinion Assembly (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
At 40,000 miEngine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
At 48,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 48,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 72,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe shows 200 complaints and only 1 recall, positioning it near the tail end of a generation that experienced a sharp complaint spike in 2017 (941 complaints) followed by dramatic improvement in 2018 (108 complaints). Since 2019, complaint volumes have remained relatively stable in the 162–200 range, and 2023 falls squarely within that moderate plateau. Notably, 2023 had the fewest recalls (1) of any year in the 2017–2023 window, though TSBs dropped significantly to 45 from 92 in the prior year—a potential indicator of either improved manufacturing quality or reduced field issues emerging. The top complaint categories (power train, engine, electrical system) are typical for modern vehicles, and the 11 crash-related complaints and 3 fire complaints do not suggest a systemic safety defect unique to this model year. The takeaway: 2023 represents one of the cleaner years in this generation, with minimal recall activity and fewer technical bulletins than surrounding years, making it a reasonably safe purchase option within this model's production run.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
45
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
200
Owner complaints
11 involved a crash · 3 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 200 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other37
Power Train21
Engine15
Electrical System13
Forward Collision Avoidance9
Service Brakes8
Visibility/Wiper7
Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance6

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V181000Trailer HitchesReported 17/03/2023

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original… Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 45 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
26-AT-005H TSB2026-06-04Power TrainThis bulletin provides information related to a Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software…
26-GI-002H TSB2026-05-27Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software…
26-EE-003H TSB2026-04-17Electrical SystemSome vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the…
DTN DL2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of…
DTN DCS2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2023 Santa Fe take?

5.1 qt of Quaker State Full Synthetic 0W-20 API SN+ or higher or ILSAC GF-6, per the factory manual.

Does the 2023 Santa Fe have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Santa Fe get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined mpg.