2011 Hyundai Veracruz Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz.

20102012
Complaints
149
Crashes
5
Fires
0
Injuries
6
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2011 Hyundai Veracruz Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#139 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:114,115 mi
#231 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:75,421 mi
#326 complaints

Engine & Cooling

Avg mileage:124,817 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz.

Engine Problems
39
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
114,115
Electrical Faults
31
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
75,421
Engine & Cooling
26
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
124,817
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
83,667
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
86,500
Headlight/Taillight Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2011 Hyundai Veracruz

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,483,033 vehicles.

23V651000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~1,649,478 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

20V705000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:seals/gaskets
~60,097 affected

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.

14V415000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
~61,122 affected

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.

13V113000Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch
~1,712,336 affected

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.

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2011 Hyundai Veracruz — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2011 Hyundai Veracruz has 149 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 39 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (39 complaints, avg 114,115 mi); Electrical Faults (31 complaints, avg 75,421 mi); Engine & Cooling (26 complaints, avg 124,817 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 102,685 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz?
NHTSA complaints for the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz include 5 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 3,483,033 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Veracruz reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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