2010 Hyundai Veracruz Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2010 Hyundai Veracruz has 91 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 40, and 4 recalls, ranking 4th worst out of 6 model years. It carries a Caution verdict, capped because of a Park Outside recall tied to oil leaks that can cause engine fires.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 40/100
- #4 of 6 Veracruz years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 91
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- 1 Park Outside
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 5
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 18.5
- 16.5 city / 22.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2010 Hyundai Veracruz problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine58 (64%)
- Electrical System26 (29%)
- Other10 (11%)
- Structure & Body9 (10%)
- Brakes8 (9%)
- Fuel System3 (3%)
- Airbags2 (2%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (2%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (2%)
- Seat Belts1 (1%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report oil leaking from the front cylinder bank cover gasket onto the alternator, sometimes producing burning oil or rubber odors while driving.
- Some vehicles caught fire under the hood, in one case shortly after the driver noticed smoke while turning around, and in another the engine compartment burst into flames with no collision involved.
- One owner described the alternator shorting out from oil intrusion, causing loss of steering control and inability to shift out of gear.
- Interior and dash lights reportedly flickered or failed entirely while driving after starting the vehicle with lights in auto mode.
- Interior door handles broke on three of four doors on one vehicle, eventually leaving a rear door unable to open from inside or outside.
- A driver-side rear window reportedly shattered while the vehicle was parked in a closed garage.
2010 Hyundai Veracruz recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V651000Sep 22, 2023Brakes1,649,478 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
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, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
- NHTSA 20V705000Nov 13, 2020Engine60,097 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:seals/gaskets
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles that were previously recalled under recall number 14V-415. Oil may leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket, potentially dripping onto the alternator and causing the charging system to become inoperative.
Risk: An inoperative charging system can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Hyundai's number for this recall is 197.
- NHTSA 14V415000Jul 8, 2014Engine61,122 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles manufactured from December 26, 2006, through July 24, 2012. The affected vehicles may experience an oil leak from the front cylinder bank valve cover gasket. If there is a sufficient amount of oil dropped onto the alternator, the alternator will be damaged causing the charging system to become inoperative.
Risk: 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.
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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 121.
2010 Hyundai Veracruz fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 16.5 MPG
- Highway
- 22.5 MPG
- Combined
- 18.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,500
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2010 compared with other Veracruz years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz reliable?
- It has a complaint index of 40 and ranks 4th worst among 6 Veracruz model years, earning a Caution verdict relative to other years of the same model.
- What problems does the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz have?
- NHTSA data shows 58 engine complaints (64% of all complaints) at a median mileage of 131,000, plus 26 electrical system complaints. Owners also report 5 fires tied largely to oil leaks reaching the alternator.
- Does the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz have a recall?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this year, including a Park Outside brake-related campaign, two engine oil-leak recalls, and an electrical stop lamp switch recall.
- Why is the 2010 Veracruz's verdict Caution instead of based only on its complaint index?
- Its complaint index of 40 alone would suggest a milder rating, but the verdict is capped to Caution because of a Park Outside recall covering fire risk from an oil leak.