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
7 recalls · 175 complaints
10 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 216
6 recalls · 94 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 118
4 recalls · 72 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 84
Best Hyundai Veracruz Years to Buy
4 recalls · 12 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 24
2 recalls · 30 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 36
4 recalls · 56 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 68
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Hyundai Veracruz — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 | 30 | — | — | 36 | Good |
| 2011 | 4 | 72 | — | — | 84 | Caution |
| 2010 | 4 | 56 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2009 | 4 | 12 | — | — | 24 | Good |
| 2008 | 7 | 175 | 10 | — | 216 | Avoid |
| 2007 | 6 | 94 | 3 | — | 118 | 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 7 recalls, 175 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 216 — 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 24. It has only 4 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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