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ProblemsByVinFile / 2012-HYUNDAI-VERACRUZNHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2012 · Hyundai
Hyundai Veracruz problems
64 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
Reliability score
7.6 / 10
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Critical
2
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2012 Veracruz?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Engine: 27 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 63,000–135,000 mi
Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average
2 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2012 Veracruz· electrical
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that there was no sound of the starter motor. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had the…
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the vehicle had been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) over a year ago. The contact stated that once the recall was completed, the vehicle experienced failures with the…
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V415000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was an engine oil leak; however, the parts for recall repair were…
Glass sun roof would not close and stuck in open position. Hyundai dealer's report is that tracks are cracked open due to sun damage. Also that valve covers are leaking on to the alternater
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Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles that were previously recalled under recall number 14V-415
An inoperative charging system can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Hyundai's number for this recall is 197.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles manufactured from December 26, 2006, through July 24, 2012
If the alternator is damaged, the charging system warning lamp in the instrument cluster will illuminate, and the engine will lose power and the vehicle will eventually stop operating while being driven. An unexpected failure of motive power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 121.
Under investigation
1 open at NHTSA
AQService Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · opened November 2023
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. AQ23002 on NHTSA →
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz?
The 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Engine: 27 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 63,000–135,000 mi; Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 27 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 102,344 miles. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 102,344 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Hyundai Veracruz has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2012 Hyundai Veracruz?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 64 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2012/Hyundai/Veracruz.
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