2011 Hyundai Veracruz engine problems

Related recalls

• Recall 20V705000Nov 13, 202060,097 vehicles
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SEALS/GASKETS

  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.

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

  Remedy: 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.

• Recall 14V415000Jul 8, 201461,122 vehicles
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

  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.

  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.

  Remedy: 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.

What owners say

1. Filed Aug 7, 2025WAElectrical SystemEngineOther / Unknown

   This is related to a repeat failure of recalls 121/197 of the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. Oil leaks down from the top valve gasket onto the alternator causing a random and erratic electrical disturbance and failure that can happen at any time causing serious risk of safety. With the alternator being damaged in this form also put other potential electrical systems at risk of damage. This is either the 3rd or 4th time of repeat failure. Previous time has damaged the battery.…

   NHTSA complaint #11679195 · source
2. Filed Mar 6, 2025200,000 miNCBrakesEngine

   The contact owns a 2011 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 not yet available. The contact stated that there was an abnormal burning oil odor while idling and while driving the vehicle. The contact stated that as a former independent mechanic, he had inspected the vehicle and noticed that there was oil…

   NHTSA complaint #11646730 · source
3. Filed Aug 15, 2024MNElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I was driving on the freeway all of a sudden my car shuts down on me I had the to replace the Starter, fuel pump, alternator, and spark plugs to the vehicle after replacing all that the car starts but it will eventually shut down on me so during the times I was trying to fix my car I received a recall letter in the mail took it Dealer Buerkle Hyundai on August 1, 2024 at the location 3350 Hwy 61 North saint Paul MN 55110. They refuse to fix the recall they claim there is a…

   NHTSA complaint #11608770 · source
4. Filed Apr 29, 2024184,000 miOHEngine

   The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the lights were abnormally dim on the instrument panel, while downshifting. In addition, it was discovered that engine oil was leaking onto the alternator. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and confirmed that the vehicle was leaking engine oil onto the alternator. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact that that an unknown manufacturer's recall was performed on the vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11585904 · source
5. Filed Aug 4, 2023FLElectrical SystemEngine

   Tired of engine and electrical failures. As recently as 7/11/2023, I brought my vehicle, 2011 Veracruz Limited FWD suv, to the Brandon (FL) Hyundai delaer for a supposed recall repair. I brought in the car, and picked it up the following day, and was assured that the recall (due to "leaky head gaskets") was taken care as well as the CHECK ENGINE (CE) light - the alternator was NOT replaced (as I had replaced it on 6/28/23 [$241.86 + tax]) with the excuse "it had passed all…

   NHTSA complaint #11536544 · source
6. Filed May 17, 2023MTElectrical SystemEngine

   The car would not start so we had it towed to a local repair shop. (The closest Hyundai dealer is located 91 miles (182 round trip). The local shop diagnostics indicated an oil leak in the valve cover gasket which dripped onto the alternator and the drive belt. The obvious way to fix the problem was to replace the valve cover gasket, the alternator and the drive belt. The parts were obtained from an online parts distributor. The diagnostic work was done by the shop and the…

   NHTSA complaint #11522493 · source
7. Filed Dec 15, 2022WAEngine

   The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

   NHTSA complaint #11497576 · source
8. Filed Oct 10, 2022NJElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Recall 197. Oil leak from valve cover gasket. Hyundai has refused to repair this. I've broken down 2 times in the last year. I've spent over $2000 on repairs. Hyundai refuses to reimburse me or repair the vehicle. What can you do to help.

   NHTSA complaint #11488674 · source
9. Filed Aug 11, 2022140,000 miNJEngine

   The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH and parking, the engine stalled. The contact stated the battery and ignition key warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the stalling had occurred previously. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer who diagnosed that there was an oil leak on the alternator and starter and both needed to be replaced. The contact stated that he had NHTSA Campaign…

   NHTSA complaint #11478787 · source
10. Filed Jun 14, 202298,000 miNYTowedEngine

    The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact initially received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V415000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact called the dealer and was informed that the parts for the repair were not available. The contact then stated that an abnormal knocking noise started coming from the vehicle while driving. The dealer was called back and an appointment was made for the service. The day prior the appointment, while driving 60 MPH, the…

    NHTSA complaint #11469148 · source
11. Filed Dec 28, 2021125,000 miTNEngine

    The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated the battery light was previously flashing. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of…

    NHTSA complaint #11445256 · source
12. Filed Dec 10, 2021TXEngine

    The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced…

    NHTSA complaint #11443343 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology