Electrical complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle then stalled. The vehicle was pushed back to the residence. The contact stated that an independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that there was an oil leak around the alternator which caused the alternator failure. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the earliest appointment to repair the vehicle was July 2, 2024. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed the estimated date for the repair. …
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the vehicle had been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) over a year ago. The contact stated that once the recall was completed, the vehicle experienced failures with the main battery. The contact stated that the battery needed to be jumpstarted on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The mechanic advised the contact that the alternator and ignition systems were functional. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the battery had been replaced more than five times however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
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.
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 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. …
The contact owns a 2009 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that while driving at 40-45 MPH, the ABS warning light, seatbelt warning light, and other unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The contact veered to the side of the road but could not restart 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; however, the failure reoccurred while driving. The vehicle was towed to the same independent mechanic who replaced the alternator a second time; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the dealer informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. …
The contact owns a 2009 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the dealer informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle inadvertently lost power. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The independent mechanic came to the contact's residence and diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The battery was replaced, and the vehicle restarted. The alternator warning light illuminated. The independent mechanic advised the contact to get the vehicle towed to the dealer as the alternator had failed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the oil leak from the front cylinder bank valve cover gasket had caused the alternator to fail. …
Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Veracruz years have electrical problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2008 (65), 2011 (36), 2007 (30), 2010 (24) and 2012 (21) model years. Electrical complaints make up 28% of all complaints for the 2008.
Is there a recall for Hyundai Veracruz electrical problems?
No. NHTSA lists no electrical system recall for any Hyundai Veracruz model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Hyundai Veracruz electrical problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 88,000 miles; 23% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the alternator/generator/regulator (20 mentions), followed by the 12v/24v/48v battery (5).
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.