2010 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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 144 |
| 2008 | 230 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 89 |
| 2011 | 106 |
| 2012 | 64 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
31% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 28 distinct reports on file.
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MY 2010 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ HAD AN OIL LEAK. SINCE THE ALTERNATOR IS ON BOTTOM OF THE ENGINE, THE OIL VALVES LEAKED UNDETECTED ONTO THE ALTERNATOR CAUSING IT TO SHORT OUT. THE VEHICLE LOCKED UP AND I COULD NOT STEER IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110824
30% of complaints: engine — 27 distinct reports on file.
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MY WAS HUSBAND WAS DROPPING ME OFF AT WORK DRIVING BACK HOME WHICH IS LESS THAN 5MINUTES FROM MY JOB ON A STREET THERE WAS A LOUD POP AND THE DRIVER ON THE SIDE WAS YELLING THE CAR WAS ON FIRE HE PULLED OVER TOOK MY SWEATER OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND...
NHTSA ODI report, 20181012
21% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file.
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VEHICLE'S ENGINE COMPARTMENT BURST INTO FLAMES WHILE I WAS DRIVING, WITHOUT ANY WARNING, THERE WAS NO COLLISION. COMPLETELY DESTROYED ENTIRE FRONT END. FIRE DEPARTMENT COULDN'T FIND THE CAUSE. UNKNOWN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190208
On the dashboard and stereo there are no lights when I turn on the cars automatic lights. It seems to be an electrical short. I brought it up to Hyundai because of the recall and they were very unhelpful.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240311
8% of complaints: structure — 7 distinct reports on file.
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THE BRAKES FAILED TO PROPERLY STOP MY 2010 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ WHILE DRIVING ON A PRIMARY ARTERIAL ROAD. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF ANY BRAKE FAILURE OR WARNING LIGHT PRIOR TO THIS BRAKING FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140111
4% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
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THE BRAKES FAILED TO PROPERLY STOP MY 2010 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ WHILE DRIVING ON A PRIMARY ARTERIAL ROAD. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF ANY BRAKE FAILURE OR WARNING LIGHT PRIOR TO THIS BRAKING FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140111
I received a notice of a recall (23V-651) in September of last year, and Hyundai has not yet fixed the issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240317
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 2009
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 M
Campaign 11E041000 — check if this car was fixed
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, 2008-2
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 recall
Campaign 13V113000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 14V415000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 20V705000 — check if this car was fixed
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell,...
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024.
Campaign 23V651000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Hyundai Veracruz — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11E041000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V113000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V415000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V705000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V651000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2010 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 2010 Hyundai Veracruz?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.