THE ESC LIGHT IS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED WHEN THE CAR POWER IS ON. REAR BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY DON'T COME ON WHILE DRIVING. FREQUENTLY UNABLE TO SHIFT THE CAR OUT OF PARK (WHICH WE HAVE TO PERFORM MANUALLY WITH A SCREWDRIVER AND THE OVERRIDE SWITCH IN THE SHIFTER CONSOLE). DUE TO PREVIOUS RECALLS, WE HAVE DISCONTINUED USING CRUISE CONTROL BECAUSE WE AREN'T SURE WHETHER OR NOT IT WILL DISE…
2008 Hyundai Veracruz powertrain problems
severe 15 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT INTO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND DECELERATED. SHE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE BUT IT CONTINUED TO LOSE POWER. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD BUT NO MORE THAN 10 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE STATION AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TPS (RELATED TO THE TRANSMISSION) MAY HAVE BEEN DEFECTIVE. T…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz?
It's a meaningful issue. 15 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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