Hyundai Veracruz Engine Problems
Owners have filed 179 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Hyundai Veracruz across 6 model years. The 2008 model year has the most (51). The words owners use most often: “engine cooling” (27% of reports).
- 179engine complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 48%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Engine cooling: mentioned in 48 of 179 complaints (27%)
- Valve cover: mentioned in 46 of 179 complaints (26%)
- Onto alternator: mentioned in 36 of 179 complaints (20%)
- Oil leaking: mentioned in 28 of 179 complaints (16%)
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 125 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 179 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 12 a fire, 1 an injury.
Hyundai Veracruz engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Veracruz | 19 | 29% | 88,000 |
| 2011 Veracruz | 39 | 37% | 115,663 |
| 2010 Veracruz | 28 | 31% | 142,571 |
| 2009 Veracruz | 4 | 17% | 137,000 |
| 2008 Veracruz | 51 | 22% | 102,750 |
| 2007 Veracruz | 38 | 26% | 140,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Engine and engine cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:seals/gaskets
Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles that were previously recalled under recall number 14V-415. Oil may leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket, potentially dripping onto the alternator and causing the charging system to become inoperative.
Risk: An inoperative charging system can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the valve cover gasket and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 7, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 197.
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Problem: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles manufactured from December 26, 2006, through July 24, 2012. The affected vehicles may experience an oil leak from the front cylinder bank valve cover gasket. If there is a sufficient amount of oil dropped onto the alternator, the alternator will be damaged causing the charging system to become inoperative.
Risk: If the alternator is damaged, the charging system warning lamp in the instrument cluster will illuminate, and the engine will lose power and the vehicle will eventually stop operating while being driven. An unexpected failure of motive power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect/repair or replace the alternator and the front valve cover gasket, free of charge. Hyundai sent out an interim letter to owners on September 3, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 121.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Valve covers leaking oil onto to the alternator. Engine may shut off while driving and cause serious accident. The problem has been confirmed, inspected, and diagnosed by Hyundai Dealership. The instrument panel , radio, and climate control lights flashing and flickering when lights are turned on…
The charging system and alternator failed due to a known safety recall involving an oil leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket. The oil leaked onto the alternator, causing the charging system to become inoperative and resulting in the engine stalling. The vehicle is currently at the Hyundai…
Bought car, it was a recall on the vehicle got it fixed then the ESC code came on, stops the car while driving & smoking from rear driver wheel, took to Hyundai was told I needed to get wheel speed sensor, CV axle & valve cover gasket replaced, got it done then it was the starter, radiator , got it…
Radiator needs fluid and the liquid would go to the engine. The head gasket is blown. Repaired multiple times still giving the same issue. Oil is leaking.
They should not have closed/completed the prior recall that was open regarding the valve cover gasket leak - oil leaks onto the alternator when can cause the alternator to fail. I went to the dealership last year to get it fixed and even per the dealership, they told me this valve cover leak is…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Hyundai Veracruzs have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 179 owner complaints about engine for the Hyundai Veracruz. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Hyundai Veracruz engine?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about engine problems on the Hyundai Veracruz?
The most frequent phrase is “engine cooling”, in 48 of 179 complaints, followed by “valve cover” (46).
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