Which Hyundai Veracruz year should I avoid?

NHTSA data does not designate any Veracruz year as an official avoid year. However, 2011 stands out with the highest complaint index (100) and 5 reported injuries, more than 2010 and 2012 combined.

Is the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz reliable compared to other years?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2012 Veracruz has the lowest complaint index (0) of the three model years tracked, with 65 total complaints and 3 recalls.

What is the most common problem on the Hyundai Veracruz?

Engine issues are the top problem area across all model years, accounting for 158 of 262 complaints, or 60%. Electrical system problems follow at 34%.

Are there recalls on the Hyundai Veracruz?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2010 and 2011 model years and 3 for 2012. None are listed as do-not-drive recalls.

At what mileage do Hyundai Veracruz problems typically appear?

Median mileage at failure varies by year: 126,500 miles for 2010, 92,015 miles for 2011, and 95,000 miles for 2012.

Hyundai Veracruz Best and Worst Years (2010–2012)

No specific Hyundai Veracruz years are flagged as avoid; NHTSA data covers 2010-2012 with 262 total complaints. The 2011 model has the highest complaint index (100) and 5 injuries, while 2012 has the lowest complaint index (0), making it comparatively the strongest year.

Model years: 3; 2010–2012
NHTSA complaints: 262
Recall campaigns: 4
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 9
Top problem area: Engine

Veracruz Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Hyundai Veracruz problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2010	No verdict	50	91	1	5	4	Engine	18.5	—
2011	No verdict	100	106	3	0	4	Engine	18.5	—
2012	No verdict	0	65	0	4	3	Engine	18.5	—

Most common Hyundai Veracruz problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Engine158 (60%)
Electrical System89 (34%)
Brakes23 (9%)
Other19 (7%)
Structure & Body17 (6%)
Fuel System9 (3%)
Transmission & Powertrain7 (3%)
Airbags5 (2%)
Steering5 (2%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

Which Hyundai Veracruz year should I avoid?: NHTSA data does not designate any Veracruz year as an official avoid year. However, 2011 stands out with the highest complaint index (100) and 5 reported injuries, more than 2010 and 2012 combined.
Is the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz reliable compared to other years?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2012 Veracruz has the lowest complaint index (0) of the three model years tracked, with 65 total complaints and 3 recalls.
What is the most common problem on the Hyundai Veracruz?: Engine issues are the top problem area across all model years, accounting for 158 of 262 complaints, or 60%. Electrical system problems follow at 34%.
Are there recalls on the Hyundai Veracruz?: NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2010 and 2011 model years and 3 for 2012. None are listed as do-not-drive recalls.
At what mileage do Hyundai Veracruz problems typically appear?: Median mileage at failure varies by year: 126,500 miles for 2010, 92,015 miles for 2011, and 95,000 miles for 2012.