Hyundai Santa Fe 2.4 GDI DM — Reliability

DM SUV Large SUV 2012–2018 1 engine

Reliability Summary

Engine Theta II 2.4 GDI (G4KJ) — 25/100 AVOID
Known Issues 2

Engine in this model

AVOID 25

Theta II 2.4 GDI (G4KJ)

2.4L GDI I4

MASSIVE recall. Rod bearing failure, engine seizure, fire risk. Multiple class-actions. Worst modern...

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Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
Rod bearing failure — class-action, fire risk Theta II 2.4 GDI (G4KJ) critical 50,000 km – 150,000 km
Recall compliance — verify before purchase Theta II 2.4 GDI (G4KJ) critical —