2009 Hyundai Veracruz
Only 24 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 24 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 145 |
| 2008 | 231 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 90 |
| 2011 | 106 |
| 2012 | 65 |
Known problem areas
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
10 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.
Show complaint excerpts
Driving on interstate 1-285 taking exit 7 to walmart when all dash board lights such as battery light, ABS, cruise, starting flickering and suddenly car just shut off while in motion.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-14
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling and service brakes
Mar11th Tcm failed gears got stuck while driving use bypass switch to park car no longer starts code U0101 popped up and ECS light came on
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-18
Also filed under Service brakes and back over prevention
Engine and engine cooling
7 of 24 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
Service brakes
5 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes.
Engine
4 of 24 total reports mention: engine.
Electronic stability control (esc)
3 of 24 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).
Show complaint excerpts
Around sept. 2017, while in motion on city street. Vehicle's 2 warning lights turned on, 1ST was check engine, then not long after that oil warning lights. Luckily I wasn't to far from home that the vehicle didn't stop running and made it home.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-15
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2011-10-17Equipment11E041000 Curt manufacturing is recalling certain tow package wiring harnesses, part number 56024, that connect tow vehicle lighting circuits to trailer lighting circuits sold for use on certain model year…
Remedy: Curt manufacturing will notify owners and replace the tow package wiring harness. The remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 17, 2011. Owners may contact curt…
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Hyundai Veracruz — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11E041000 · Equipment
- Recall 13V113000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 14V415000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 20V705000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2009 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 2009 Hyundai Veracruz?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Hyundai Veracruz have?
- 4 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.