Hyundai Santa Fe cutting off unexpectedly, restarts after 2 hours on Hyundai Santa Fe

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · Jun 23, 2025
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Some Hyundai Santa Fe owners report experiencing unexpected shutdowns followed by restarts, which may be attributed to several potential issues. These include fuel system problems, such as a faulty fuel pump that fails to deliver adequate fuel to the engine. Additionally, engine overheating can lead to sudden shutdowns while driving. Electrical faults, including malfunctioning sensors or computer modules, have also been reported as possible causes. Battery issues may contribute to the vehicle cutting off unexpectedly, along with power steering or brake problems that can affect vehicle control during such incidents. It is recommended that owners experiencing these issues have their Hyundai Santa Fe inspected by a qualified mechanic to diagnose and resolve the underlying problems.

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