MYRModel Year Report

2008 Hyundai Veracruz

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2008 Hyundai Veracruz
BUILT 2026-10-10

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
230
Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

29% of complaints

Complaints per year

2007: 145 complaints 2007 2008: 230 complaints 2008 230 2009: 24 complaints 2009 2010: 90 complaints 2010 2011: 106 complaints 2011 2012: 65 complaints 2012
2007: 145 complaints 2007 2008: 230 complaints 2008 230 2009: 24 complaints 2009 2010: 90 complaints 2010 2011: 106 complaints 2011 2012: 65 complaints 2012
2007: 145 complaints 2007 2008: 230 complaints 2008 230 2009: 24 complaints 2009 2010: 90 complaints 2010 2011: 106 complaints 2011 2012: 65 complaints 2012

2008: 230 complaints

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YearComplaints
2007145
2008230
200924
201090
2011106
201265

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

29% · 66 reports

Most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and 12v/24v/48v battery.

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I went to start my car and I heard a nose so then I turn the car off and so as I put it in gear to drive it went on it own the brakes was not…

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-01

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. While driving 5 MPH, the ABS module malfunctioned and caused the vehicle to catch fire. The contact noticed smoke under the hood of the vehicle and flames ignited from the battery.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-13

Also filed under Service brakes

I was stopped in a traffic problem caused by an accident in front of me. Our vehicle lost all power and we became part of the traffic problem. My wife and I had to push this 4600 pound monster off the road and called a tow truck.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-25

Engine

22% · 51 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY

Service brakes

22% · 50 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

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This vehicle went out of control when trying to park. When I tried to move stick to park, the vehicle took off with 70 - 80 miles an hour. Once it took off like plane, I had no control over this vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-06

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Engine and engine cooling

20% · 46 reports

Most commonly citing seals/gaskets and engine.

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The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH and slowing to exit a highway while turning to the right on the exit ramp the vehicle stalled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-27

Also filed under Steering

The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the valve cover gasket was leaking and had been replaced several times, in addition to the manifold; however, the failure persisted.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-09

Electronic stability control (esc)

16% · 36 reports
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Normal driving habits on the 2008 Veracruz. After hearing a large clunk going speeds variable from 5-45 MPH, the accelerator is unresponsive and vehicle is unsafe. Restarted engine multiple times to work "Normally" Again.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-08-31

Safety timeline

7 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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    2013-04-22Exterior lighting13V113000 Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra…

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's…

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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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2008 Hyundai Veracruz — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 66 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 51 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 50 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 13V113000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 14V415000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 20V705000 · Engine and engine cooling
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FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 Hyundai Veracruz?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.