What are the most common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz?

Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (21 complaints), followed by engine (19).

How many 2012 Hyundai Veracruz complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 65 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2012 Hyundai Veracruz recalls and problems

3 recalls and 65 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2012 Hyundai Veracruz recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module

NHTSA campaign 23V651000 · reported September 22, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America · 1,649,478 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: 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.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, oil/lubrication, seals/gaskets

NHTSA campaign 20V705000 · reported November 13, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America · 60,097 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: An inoperative charging system can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Engine and engine cooling: engine

NHTSA campaign 14V415000 · reported July 8, 2014 · Hyundai Motor Company · 61,122 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The 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.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system21
Engine19
Engine and engine cooling16
Service brakes, hydraulic8
Exterior lighting3
Unknown or other3
Air bags2
Structure2
Vehicle speed control2
Power train1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 10, 2026 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 191,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 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 unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…

Apr 6, 2026 · Electrical system
Bought car, it was a recall on the vehicle got it fixed then the ESC code came on, stops the car while driving & smoking from rear driver wheel, took to Hyundai was told I needed to get wheel speed sensor, CV axle & valve cover gasket replaced, got it done then it was the starter, radiator , got it fixed , then it…

Nov 25, 2024 · Service brakes, hydraulic · fire reported
The contact owned a 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated while parked and unoccupied, the vehicle caught fire. The contact stated she was told by one of her neighbors who tried to extinguish the fire but could not stop the fire. The house was damaged due to the fire. No injuries were sustained. No medical…

Aug 13, 2024 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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…

May 31, 2024 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 239,382 miles
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…

Veracruz model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2009	3	24	0	0
2010	4	91	1	5
2011	4	106	3	0
2012	3	65	0	4

Across all years, the 2008 Veracruz has the most complaints (230). All Hyundai Veracruz years →

Questions

Does the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, the most recent reported on September 22, 2023 (Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz?: Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (21 complaints), followed by engine (19).
How many 2012 Hyundai Veracruz complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 65 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 10, 2026.