Hyundai Santa Fe 2024: Best Front and Rear Dash Camera Placement
Installing a front and rear dash camera in a 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe requires a little planning to get clear, reliable footage — especially in bad weather. The Santa Fe’s unique rear wiper sweep and the driver's sightlines influence where each camera should go. Below are practical placement tips and a simple checklist to make sure both cameras work as intended.
Why the rear camera isn’t mounted dead center
On the 2024 Santa Fe the rear wiper arms come from the top and sweep down at an angle. That means a center-mounted camera can sit directly in the path of the blade or outside the wiper’s cleaned area. If snow or rain builds up, a center position can leave the lens smeared and useless.
Mounting the rear camera slightly off center so it sits between the wiper blades keeps the lens in the clear path of the wipe. When the wiper clears the glass, the camera lens gets cleaned too, maintaining a clear view out the rear even in wet conditions.
"The camera itself will actually be cleaned up right in front so it can see clearly out the rear of your vehicle."
Front camera placement: keep driver sightlines clear
For the front, position matters both for recording and for driver comfort. Placing the camera on the passenger side of the windshield minimizes distraction for the driver while still offering a full, unobstructed forward view.
Choose a mounting height that captures the road without cutting off the hood or sky. A passenger-side mount at the top of the windshield is a great balance between unobstructed footage and nonintrusive installation.
Recommended model and positioning
The Vueroid D21 is a compact option that fits neatly on the passenger side and avoids drawing the driver’s eye. Mount the front unit flush to the glass and the rear unit where the wiper leaves a consistently clean band.
Quick installation and performance tips
- Test wiper sweep before finalizing the rear mount. Ensure the lens sits inside the cleaned area.
- Avoid obstructing sensors and heater elements in the glass when picking a spot.
- Keep the front camera out of the driver’s view to reduce distraction and avoid glare from the sun visor.
- Run cables neatly along headliner trim and A-pillars to preserve interior finish and avoid snags.
- Verify night performance after install so the cameras capture usable footage in low light.
Checklist before you finish
- Confirm rear camera is inside the cleared wiper sweep.
- Verify front camera is offset toward passenger side and not blocking the driver’s view.
- Secure all cables and hide them under trim panels for a factory look.
- Run a short drive to check angles, focus, and recording quality in various light and weather conditions.
- Adjust positions slightly if any part of the lane or license plates are clipped from the frame.
Final thoughts
A thoughtful mount is the difference between a dash camera that only looks good on paper and one that reliably captures what matters. On the 2024 Santa Fe, placing the rear camera in the wiper-cleared zone and the front camera toward the passenger side provides clear footage while keeping the interior tidy and distraction-free.
