The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair and found oil leaking on alt. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The part was not available for repair. The contact had not experienced a fa…
2010 hyundai Veracruz engine problems
severe 42 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
42
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that while driving at 30-40 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The contact was unsure whether there were warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled into the parking lot of his workplace and parked the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The contact st…
I RECENTLY WAS DRIVING MY 2010 HYUNDAI VERA CRUZ ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY DIED ON ME. I NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A MIXTURE OF OIL AND WATER COMING FROM BENEATH THE CAR. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION I WAS INFORMED THE MOTOR WAS LOCKED. I HAD JUST REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR IN MAY OF THIS YEAR DUE TO OIL LEAKING ON IT. I CAN'T RECALL IF THE ORIGINAL OWNER HAD THE CAR SERVICED FOR THE RECALL …
They should not have closed/completed the prior recall that was open regarding the valve cover gasket leak - oil leaks onto the alternator when can cause the alternator to fail. I went to the dealership last year to get it fixed and even per the dealership, they told me this valve cover leak is going to still be a problem even if fixed. It will leak again - and they are right. It is currently leak…
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that there was an abnormal odor of oil detected. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who confirmed that parts were not available…
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormal odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the odor was burning oil. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was an oil leak from the T-Jo…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2010 hyundai Veracruz?
It's a meaningful issue. 42 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
At what mileage does the engine 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 $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine 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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