Hyundai Veracruz Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Hyundai Veracruz model year (2007–2012) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Hyundai Veracruz Years to Avoid
5 recalls · 175 complaints
10 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 210
4 recalls · 96 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 114
2 recalls · 72 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 78
Best Hyundai Veracruz Years to Buy
2 recalls · 12 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 18
1 recall · 30 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 33
2 recalls · 58 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 64
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Hyundai Veracruz — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | 30 | — | — | 33 | Good |
| 2011 | 2 | 72 | — | — | 78 | Caution |
| 2010 | 2 | 58 | — | — | 64 | Good |
| 2009 | 2 | 12 | — | — | 18 | Excellent |
| 2008 | 5 | 175 | 10 | — | 210 | Avoid |
| 2007 | 4 | 96 | 3 | — | 114 | Caution |
All 6 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Hyundai Veracruz Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Veracruz models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Veracruz should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz if possible. It has 5 recalls, 175 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 210 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Veracruz to buy?+
The 2009 Hyundai Veracruz is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 18. It has only 2 recalls and 12 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Veracruz has the fewest problems?+
The 2009, 2012, 2010 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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