2007 Hyundai Veracruz
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 145
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2007
Opened by NHTSA
26% of complaints
Complaints per year
2007: 145 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2007 | 145 |
| 2008 | 231 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 90 |
| 2011 | 106 |
| 2012 | 65 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
26% · 38 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an unusual burning smell and noticed the smoke coming from underneath the front engine hood.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-12
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. While operating the vehicle, the odor of burning oil was present and the check battery sensor indicator illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-09-18
Also filed under Electrical system
The charging system and alternator failed due to a known safety recall involving an oil leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-28
Electrical system
21% · 30 reportsMost commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and 12v/24v/48v battery.
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2007 Hyundai Veracruz AWD Limited died while young female driving in dark, winter, remote location. Towed to nearby reputable repair center.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-19
Engine and engine cooling
20% · 29 reportsPower train
12% · 17 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.
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Ought used Hyundai Veracruz 2007 model on oct/29/2008. Mileage was 8,700, now mileage was 12,770.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-05-07
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic and steering
Service brakes
11% · 16 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2008-03-31Trailer hitches08E016000 This recall has been superceded by recall 08E-055. Hyundai is recalling 3,387 trailer hitch wiring harnesses either included with a trailer hitch or sold as a service part manufactured by thule…
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners and will replace the trailer hitch wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2008. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
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2008-10-13Trailer hitches08E055000 Hyundai is recalling 3,387 trailer hitch wiring harnesses either included with a trailer hitch or sold as a service part manufactured by thule towing systems and distributed by Hyundai for…
Remedy: This recall supersedes a previous recall conducted by Hyundai affecting the same trailer hitch wiring components concerning high current leakage or a short circuit of capacitor C1. (Please see…
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2009-01-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-04-24 Stop lamp switch failure
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2009-06-29Exterior lighting09V122000 Hyundai is recalling 532,633 my 2006-2007 Accent, Entourage, Sonata, my 2007 Azera, Elantra and Santa FE, my 2005-2007 Tucson and my 2007-2008 Veracruz vehicles. The stop lamp switch in the…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2009. Owners may contact the Hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.
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2012-05-28Air bags11V472000 Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Hyundai Veracruz vehicles manufactured from December 26, 2006, through March 21, 2008, and model year 2007-2008 Hyundai santa fe vehicles…
Remedy: Hyundai dealers will replace the vehicle's driver's air bag clock spring contact assembly free of charge. The safety recall began in November 2011. Owners may contact Hyundai customer connect…
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2014-11-03Engine and engine cooling14V415000 Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles manufactured from December 26, 2006, through July 24, 2012.
Remedy: 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.
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2021-09-07Engine and engine cooling20V705000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles that were previously recalled under recall number 14V-415.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Hyundai Veracruz — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 38 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 30 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 29 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 08E016000 · Trailer hitches
- Recall 08E055000 · Trailer hitches
- Recall 09V122000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 11V472000 · Air bags
- Recall 14V415000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 20V705000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2007 Hyundai Veracruz reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Hyundai Veracruz?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Hyundai Veracruz have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.