Second Hand Hyundai Santa Fe Steering Rack

The Santa Fe has run through four generations in the UK: the first generation (SM) from 2001–2006, the second generation (CM) from 2006–2012, the third generation (DM) from 2012–2018 with a facelift in 2015, and the fourth generation (TM) from 2018 onwards. The steering rack is generation-specific, so always match the part to the correct generation first. A rack from a different generation is very unlikely to be a straight swap, so confirm the generation of any donor vehicle with the breaker before buying.

The third-generation Santa Fe (DM) ran from 2012 to 2018, with a facelift arriving in 2015, so a 2014 car is pre-facelift and a 2015 car is post-facelift within the same generation. Whether the steering rack crosses that 2015 facelift boundary without modification is not something we can state with certainty, as Hyundai sometimes revised steering components at facelift points. Name both registration plates to the breaker and ask them to check part numbers against your specific vehicle before purchasing.

For the Santa Fe, the steering rack is primarily generation-specific rather than varying by engine size, as the same basic rack was generally used across the petrol and diesel variants within each generation. That said, later generations may have electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) setups that could differ from hydraulic units, so it is worth confirming whether your car has hydraulic or electric power steering with the breaker. Always quote your registration to the breaker so they can verify the correct unit for your exact specification.

Trim level – whether your Santa Fe is a Classic, Premium, or Premium SE – does not affect which steering rack is fitted, as Hyundai used the same rack across trim grades within each generation. You may find cosmetic differences on parts sourced from different trim vehicles, but these won't affect the rack itself. Focus on matching the generation and confirming the steering type (hydraulic or electric) with the breaker rather than worrying about trim.

The second-generation CM Santa Fe ran from 2006 to 2012 and the third-generation DM from 2012 to 2018, and these are distinct platforms with different steering geometry and mounting arrangements. Crossing this generation boundary is very unlikely to result in a direct fit, and we would not recommend assuming compatibility. Confirm with your breaker using both registration numbers to make absolutely sure.

The Santa Fe was offered in both two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive variants, and while the steering rack itself sits at the front axle regardless of drivetrain, there can be differences in rack specification between 4WD and 2WD versions depending on the generation. We cannot state categorically that they are interchangeable, so you should let the breaker know whether your car is 2WD or 4WD when requesting a quote to ensure the correct unit is supplied.