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Hyundai Veracruz Problems

The Hyundai Veracruz was a mid-size crossover SUV produced from 2007-2012, positioning itself as a value alternative to established competitors. With 1,880 complaints, reliability is a concern for this model. The vehicle offers comfortable seating for seven and reasonable features for the price. Its short production run means parts availability may become challenging.

1,880
Total Complaints
24
Total Recalls
6
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
✓

Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2009 2012

Common Problem Categories

Electrical System 366
Engine 352
Engine And Engine Cooling 296
Service Brakes 138
Electronic Stability Control (esc) 102

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2012 148 3 0 10 Good
2011 298 5 10 0 Average
2010 240 5 6 14 Average
2009 84 4 0 0 Good
2008 716 4 30 6 Below Average
2007 394 3 14 14 Average

Hyundai Veracruz Years to Avoid

The 2008 model year is the most problematic Veracruz and should be avoided. As an early production year, it suffered from transmission failures and electrical issues. Engine problems including timing chain stretch affected numerous vehicles. Brake system complaints were also prevalent. The 2007 models share many of these first-year issues. Repairs on early Veracruz models can approach or exceed the vehicle's value.

Best Hyundai Veracruz Years

The 2009 model year shows improvement as Hyundai addressed early production issues. 2010-2012 models are the safest choices, benefiting from production refinements. These later years still offer Hyundai's comprehensive warranty coverage. The Lambda V6 engine proved more reliable in later production.

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