CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Hyundai Veracruz has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 91 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 5 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (29 reports).
2010 Hyundai Veracruz recalls
ABS Module Can Leak Fluid and Short Out, Causing Fire Risk
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in these Hyundai vehicles may leak brake fluid internally.
Oil Leak Can Drip on Alternator and Stall Engine
Oil may leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket and drip onto the alternator.
Most common 2010 Hyundai Veracruz problems
Problem areas named in the 91 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 29 |
| Engine | 28 |
| Electrical System | 24 |
| Structure | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
What owners report
Valve covers leaking oil onto to the alternator. Engine may shut off while driving and cause serious accident. The problem has been confirmed, inspected, and diagnosed by Hyundai Dealership. The instrument panel , radio, and climate control lights flashing and flickering when lights are turned on. September 07, 2026 is when it first appeared. Recall was done by dealership but did not remedy permanent repair. Called Hyundai customer care and both dealership and customer care stating no longer under warranty due to mileage and time. Therefore stating that customer responsible for any cost to this repair.
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the repair failed to prevent a failure. The contact stated that upon further inspection, there was an engine oil leak that was leaking onto the alternator. The local dealer was contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 205,670.
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that after starting the engine and shifting into drive(D), the engine immediately shut off. The vehicle could not be restarted, and the battery failed. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The cause of the failure was not determined. The contact stated that the vehicle had previously experienced the same failure and was serviced under the NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V415000(ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The failure mileage was 114,000.
on 1/31/26 I replaced battery that was only a little over a year old. on 2/1/26 while driving myself and 2 of my kids to there grandparents we lost power and lights on dash started flickering. I was able to pull over the side barely. I was told by family after explaing what happend that it could be related to the recall. I called Larry H Miller Hyundai Albuquerque and they verified the recall and we set up appointment for 2/5/26. I was able to tow vehicle to the dealership on 2/3/26. I received a call later that day from Martin on why my vehicle was there I explained the issue of loss of power and lights and door locks flickering and I believed it to be related to the recall. I received a te
They should not have closed/completed the prior recall that was open regarding the valve cover gasket leak - oil leaks onto the alternator when can cause the alternator to fail. I went to the dealership last year to get it fixed and even per the dealership, they told me this valve cover leak is going to still be a problem even if fixed. It will leak again - and they are right. It is currently leaking again and possibly causing the alternator to fail.....again. Just this weekend my battery and alternator are failing when I just got them replaced within this past year!
2010 Hyundai Veracruz questions
Does the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz: ABS Module Can Leak Fluid and Short Out, Causing Fire Risk; Oil Leak Can Drip on Alternator and Stall Engine; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Hyundai Veracruz?
Based on 91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (29), Engine (28), Electrical System (24).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Hyundai Veracruz has been fixed?
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