Hyundai SANTA FE - 2003

The 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has an overall defect rate of 441 per 100 vehicles, which is 16.7% higher than the average car of the same year, which stands at 378 per 100. Notably, the Santa Fe exhibits higher defect rates in specific areas, such as Lights & Electrics, where it is 26% worse than average, and Body/Structure, with a 47% increased rate of defects. In terms of mileage-related trends, defects rise significantly as mileage increases, particularly notable in the highest mileage bracket of 124,000+ miles, where the Santa Fe shows a rate of 622 defects per 100. Despite these issues, the model's performance in several categories, particularly the "Other" category, indicates a notable increase in defects compared to the average, suggesting areas for potential improvement.