How many engine complaints does the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz have?

NHTSA lists 58 engine-related complaints for the 2010 Veracruz, which is 64% of the 91 total complaints filed for the model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz engine?

Yes. NHTSA recalls 20V705000 and 14V415000 both cover an oil leak from the front cylinder bank valve cover gasket that can drip onto the alternator; dealers are to inspect and repair or replace the gasket and alternator as needed.

At what mileage do engine problems usually show up on the 2010 Veracruz?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on this model year is 131,000 miles.

Did the engine oil leak cause any fires?

NHTSA records 5 fires among the complaints filed for the 2010 Veracruz, several of which describe smoke or flames coming from the engine compartment.

Are engine complaints worse for the 2010 Veracruz than other years?

The 2010 model year's engine complaints make up 64% of its total complaints, compared to 61% for 2011 and 54% for 2012, based on NHTSA data.

2010 Hyundai Veracruz Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 58 engine complaints for the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz, 64% of its 91 total complaints, with 5 fires reported and a median failure mileage of 131,000. Two related recalls (20V705000 and 14V415000) cover an oil leak from the front cylinder valve cover gasket onto the alternator.

Engine complaints: 58; 64% of 91
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 5
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 131,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Oil leaks from the front cylinder valve cover gasket and drips onto the alternator below it.
The alternator shorts out or fails after being coated in leaked oil, sometimes causing loss of steering or power while driving.
Some owners report engine compartment smoke or fire starting under the hood, occasionally with no warning.
Warning lights illuminate and the engine stalls or loses acceleration while driving, in some cases at highway speed.
Owners who brought vehicles in under the recall campaigns report dealers had no replacement part or approved remedy available.
One owner reported the engine locked up after a mix of oil and water leaked from beneath the car.

When 2010 Hyundai Veracruz engine complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 24, 2011, latest Sep 19, 2026.

58 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2011 to Sep 2026; peak Feb 2022 (6).

Engine recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz

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.

Engine complaints by Veracruz model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201058 (64%)
201165 (61%)
201235 (54%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz have?: NHTSA lists 58 engine-related complaints for the 2010 Veracruz, which is 64% of the 91 total complaints filed for the model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz engine?: Yes. NHTSA recalls 20V705000 and 14V415000 both cover an oil leak from the front cylinder bank valve cover gasket that can drip onto the alternator; dealers are to inspect and repair or replace the gasket and alternator as needed.
At what mileage do engine problems usually show up on the 2010 Veracruz?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on this model year is 131,000 miles.
Did the engine oil leak cause any fires?: NHTSA records 5 fires among the complaints filed for the 2010 Veracruz, several of which describe smoke or flames coming from the engine compartment.
Are engine complaints worse for the 2010 Veracruz than other years?: The 2010 model year's engine complaints make up 64% of its total complaints, compared to 61% for 2011 and 54% for 2012, based on NHTSA data.