Hyundai Veracruz years to avoid
The Hyundai Veracruz years to avoid are 2008, 2011, 2010, 2012 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2009 is the cleanest year on record.
951
Total complaints
9
Recall campaigns
2007–2012
Years covered
4
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Veracruz years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | High complaint rate | 361 | |
| 2011 | Open safety investigation | 149 | |
| 2010 | Open safety investigation | 125 | |
| 2012 | Open safety investigation | 77 |
Every Veracruz year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012avoid | 77 | 3 | |
| 2011avoid | 149 | 5 | |
| 2010avoid | 125 | 5 | |
| 2009 | 42 | 4 | |
| 2008avoid | 361 | 7 | |
| 2007 | 197 | 6 |
Common questions
What are the worst Hyundai Veracruz years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Veracruz years to avoid are 2008, 2011, 2010, 2012. The cleanest year on record is 2009.
What is the best year for the Hyundai Veracruz?
By complaint volume, 2009 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Veracruz years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Veracruz have?
Across all model years, the Veracruz has 9 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 951 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.