The most-reported Veracruz run is KM8NU73C48U (2008 builds) with 15 complaints, 3.1× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 24% of reports; 2008 is the worst model year at 8.1 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for Veracruz model years 2007–2012.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Hyundai Veracruz has 129 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 11% of every Veracruz complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KM8NU73C48U•••••• | 2008 | 1 | — | |
| KM8NU13C28U•••••• | 2008 | — | — | |
| KM8NU13C97U•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| KM8NU4CC6AU•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| KM8NU13C98U•••••• | 2008 | — | 1 | |
| KM8NU13C08U•••••• | 2008 | — | — | |
| KM8NU13C78U•••••• | 2008 | — | — | |
| KM8NU13C87U•••••• | 2007 | 1 | — | |
| KM8NU73C08U•••••• | 2008 | 1 | — | |
| KM8NU13C88U•••••• | 2008 | — | — | |
| KM8NU73C98U•••••• | 2008 | — | — | |
| KM8NU13C68U•••••• | 2008 | 1 | — |
Each of the other 117 Veracruz runs has 10 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Hyundai Veracruz the gap between build years is 5.4×: a 2008 car draws 8.1 complaints per run, a 2009 one 1.5.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 63 | 22 | — | |
| 2011 | 103 | 24 | 3 | |
| 2010 | 89 | 21 | 1 | |
| 2009 | 23 | 15 | — | |
| 2008 | 211 | 26 | 6 | |
| 2007 | 125 | 25 | 3 |
Heaviest year here is 2008 at 8.1 complaints per run; lightest is 2009 at 1.5.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 24% of everything Hyundai Veracruz owners report: Electrical System, 177 of 614 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 4 | |
| Engine | 1 | 12 | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 2 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 9 recall campaigns on the Hyundai Veracruz; the 6 below cover build years 2007 to 2012. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 20V705000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:seals/gaskets | 2007–2012 |
| 14V415000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 2007–2012 |
| 13V113000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 2008–2011 |
| 23V651000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2010–2012 |
| 11E041000 | Equipment | 2009–2011 |
| 09V122000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 2007–2008 |
20V705000 was opened in 2020 on cars built from 2007: 13 years on the road before the recall.
The Veracruz against its rivals
The Veracruz draws 4.8 complaints per production run; the Jeep Commander 7, the Infiniti FX35 2.1 and the Mazda CX-7 4.5.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Veracruz | 614 | 129 | 2.1% | |
| Jeep Commander | 2,879 | 412 | 3.5% | |
| Infiniti FX35 | 64 | 30 | 4.7% | |
| Mazda CX-7 | 980 | 217 | 2.1% |
How serious were they
Of the 614 reports on the Hyundai Veracruz, 2.1% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Hyundai Veracruz | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 614 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 13 (2.1%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 17 (2.8%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 23 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 64% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Hyundai Veracruz share of that is 614 complaints over 129 runs, 0.06% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Hyundai Veracruz VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 614 NHTSA complaints from 129 Veracruz runs and 9 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Veracruz production run has the most complaints?
KM8NU73C48U, a 2008 build, with 15 complaints, 1 of them after a crash. The typical Veracruz run has 4.8.
Which Veracruz years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2008 is heaviest at 8.1 complaints per run and 2009 lightest at 1.5.
Does the Veracruz get more complaints than the Jeep Commander?
No: 4.8 complaints per production run for the Veracruz against 7 for the Jeep Commander.
How many Veracruz complaints involve a crash?
2.1% of 614 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 17 involved a fire.
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