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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe Reliability Rating
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Rating
Comments
Engine
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Timing Belt (2.4L engine only). This failure will prevent the engine from starting, and if the Timing Belt breaks while driving, the valves in the engine may be damaged. Another occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor (2.4L engine only). This problem may cause the engine to stall or fail to start. The cost to repair the Timing Belt is estimated at $82.89 for parts and $156.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Engine Valves is estimated at $216.00 for parts and $637.00 for labor. The cost to replace the CKP Sensor is estimated at $71.68 for parts and $136.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Input Shaft Speed (ISS) Sensor in the Transmission. The cost to replace the ISS Sensor is estimated at $60.82 for parts and $19.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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