Most common 2011 Hyundai Veracruz problems
Share of the 106 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 →
2011 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 2011 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 2011 Hyundai Veracruz owners say
Engine & cooling all 63 →
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road with assistance. The contact stated she was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence, where an independent mechanic diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic who diagnosed that there was oil leaking from the front cylinder bank cover gasket and dripping onto the alternator. The contact stated that the alternator was replaced for a second time however, the failure persisted. The contact also stated the vehicle had an abnormally strong burning oil odor. …
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that there was an abnormal burning oil odor while idling and while driving the vehicle. The contact stated that as a former independent mechanic, he had inspected the vehicle and noticed that there was oil leaking near the valve cover gasket and onto the alternator. The manufacturer was contacted and scheduled an appointment with the dealer on the contact's behalf. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was inspected, and the contact was informed that the recall parts needed to be ordered. …
Electrical system all 36 →
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that there was an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact stated he noticed that there was oil coming from the alternator. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with needing the alternator to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to the recall repair was unavailable. A dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that there was an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact stated he noticed that there was oil coming from the alternator. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with needing the alternator to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to the recall repair was unavailable. A dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Body & structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. While the contact was seated in the front passenger seat, the passenger door flew open when the driver made a left turn. The failure almost caused the contact to fall out of the vehicle. The contact stated that the door would not remain closed on its own and he had to hold the door closed. The vehicle was taken to napleton's west palm beach Hyundai (2301 okeechobee blvd, west palm beach, fl 33409) and the door was repaired; however, the failure recurred four times to all the doors except the rear driver's side door. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 65,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the rear driver and passenger side doors would not open. The contact was able to open the rear passengers side door but noticed that the seal on the door was fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technicians stated that the mechanism for the child lock of both rear doors would have to be replaced. The part was not available for repair and the vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 4,000.
2011 Hyundai Veracruz engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 22 / 19 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 16 / 21 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz a good car?
Based on 106 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 Veracruz rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Veracruz at the same age. 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 2011 Hyundai Veracruz?
The engine & cooling — 63 complaints, 59% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine › gasoline › belts and associated pulleys. Next are the electrical system (36) and body & structure (6).
How many recalls does the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2011 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 2011 Hyundai Veracruz problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 94,000 miles; 22% 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.