2008 Hyundai Veracruz Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 231 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 2 fires, 15 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (67 reports).

5Recalls
231Owner complaints
7Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz recalls

Oil Leak Can Drip on Alternator and Stall Engine

Recall 20V705Nov 13, 202060,097 vehicles affected

Oil may leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket and drip onto the alternator.

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Recall 14V415Jul 8, 201461,122 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Recall 13V113Apr 1, 20131,712,336 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 11V472Sep 9, 2011205,233 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Recall 09V122Apr 15, 2009532,633 vehicles affected

Most common 2008 Hyundai Veracruz problems

Problem areas named in the 231 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System67
Engine51
Engine And Engine Cooling46
Service Brakes45
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)36
Air Bags19
Power Train17
Steering15
Vehicle Speed Control13
Exterior Lighting13

What owners report

2026-10-29, Electrical System
All warning lamps are on while vehicle is operating and fail to shut off. This issue has occurred since 2015.
2026-05-14, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The vehicle The contact stated that while driving, The approximate failure mileage was 202,427. The oil light illuminated, looked and there was no oil. The vehicle knocked. the vehicle stalled.
2026-04-28, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking oil, and over time, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the vehicle, with a significant amount of oil leaking from the vehicle, resulting in engine damage. The vehicle became inoperable. The vehicle was first taken to an independent mechanic, where the oil leak was discovered; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was later taken to a dealer, where the oil leak and engine damage were confirmed; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); and
2026-03-20, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact's mother owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while at a stoplight. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 14V415000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted online and declined to assist with reimbursement. The failure mileage was approximately 175,044.
2025-11-10, Engine
Radiator needs fluid and the liquid would go to the engine. The head gasket is blown. Repaired multiple times still giving the same issue. Oil is leaking.

2008 Hyundai Veracruz questions

Does the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz: Oil Leak Can Drip on Alternator and Stall Engine; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Air Bags:Frontal; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz?

Based on 231 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (67), Engine (51), Engine And Engine Cooling (46).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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