Most common 2010 Hyundai Veracruz problems
Share of the 91 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Hyundai Veracruz complaints by model year
Best Veracruz years: 2009, 2010. Years to avoid: 2008, 2007. Compare all years →
2010 Hyundai Veracruz recalls (4)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz:
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando.
What 2010 Hyundai Veracruz owners say
Engine & cooling all 55 →
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received NHTSA Campaign Number 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling).The contact stated that while driving, the battery warning light was illuminated. There was an abnormal smoke odor and also a burning rubber odor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed him that oil was leaking into the engine and onto the alternator. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the mechanic was unable to repair the vehicle until May 2022. The manufacturer was not contacted and informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 148,000.
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 stated that the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that sometime after the repair, the vehicle would make abnormal rattling sounds while driving. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair. …
Electrical system all 24 →
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 stated that the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that sometime after the repair, the vehicle would make abnormal rattling sounds while driving. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair. …
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that his wife was unable to start the vehicle. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the alternator to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but experienced the same failure three years later. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the alternator needed to be replaced a second time. The vehicle was repaired but experienced the same failure three years later. The contact took the vehicle to another local dealer: Southtowne Hyundai of Newnan (800 Bullsboro Dr, Newnan, GA 30263:[phone]), where it was diagnosed with needing the alternator to be replaced a third time. The vehicle was repaired for a third time. …
Body & structure
Hyundai vera cruz door handles have been breaking for three years. This prevents the driver and passenger from exiting the vehicle or escaping should there be an accident. Brought this to the dealer's attention. Rick case Hyundai advised they do not stock those parts and we had to return to repair the door handle. This made exiting the vehicle difficult; lower the driver's window, open the door from the outside, exit and close the window. The first incident was three years ago, the dealer repaired the door handle. Parts were cheap plastic. The second incident was at my children's school drop off line where my son was scolded for exiting from the rear passenger left side. The rear right side was broken, thus preventing him from exiting the vehicle. This has happened to every handle, yet they are replaced with the same inferior and dangerous door handles that continue to break. …
Since about May or June of 2013, 3 out of 4 interior door handles have broken on my 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. This is not just coincidence. The 2 front interior door handles and the passenger side rear interior door handle have broken. I am finally reporting this because the rear passenger door cannot open from the inside or the outside which is a serious safety hazard. I researched to see if this was a common issue with the car and it appears that several other owners have posted complaints regarding the same issue. In fact, my husband also owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz and his passenger side interior door handle has also cracked making it difficult to open the door from the inside. I sent an email to Hyundai customer service which is posted on their national OEM website. Their response was essentially that it is my problem to fix. …
2010 Hyundai Veracruz engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 23 / 19 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 16 / 22 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz a good car?
Based on 91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Veracruz rates average: 33% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Veracruz at the same age. It is one of the best Veracruz years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz?
The engine & cooling — 55 complaints, 60% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (24) and body & structure (9).
How many recalls does the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz, the most recent from September 22, 2023 (control unit/module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Hyundai Veracruz?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2009 and 2010. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2008 and 2007. See the full Hyundai Veracruz years comparison.
At what mileage do 2010 Hyundai Veracruz problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 127,000 miles; 5% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.