This page covers 3 recalls, 64 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz.
18 mpg combined
13.1 L/100km
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
Engine and electrical complaints dominate what 2012 Veracruz owners report. On the engine side, owners describe stalling, rough running, and in some cases complete engine failure, a pattern that shows up across multiple reports. A separate but related cluster covers cooling system behavior, with owners noting overheating and coolant loss. The electrical system draws nearly as many complaints, with issues ranging from battery warning lights illuminating unexpectedly to broader power and charging concerns. A recurring detail in the electrical reports is the battery warning light behaving inconsistently, appearing under certain conditions and disappearing under others. Separately, several owners report dashboard material breaking apart over time, with plastic pieces separating from the surface in the area near the front passenger airbag.
64
Total Complaints
4
Fire-Related
By System
The 2012 Hyundai Veracruz has 3 recalls, the most serious being an oil leak from the valve cover gasket that can drip onto the alternator, knock out the charging system, and cause the engine to stall while driving.
A separate recall covers the anti-lock brake control module, where an electrical fault can cause an engine compartment fire whether the vehicle is parked or moving. One of the valve cover gasket recalls addresses vehicles where a prior repair attempt did not fully resolve the leak.
At a glance
What can fail
The Anti-Lock Brake System module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, potentially starting a fire in the engine compartment.
What the fix does
The ABS fuse will be replaced at no cost to restore normal brake system function.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Oil can leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket, drip onto the alternator, and disable the charging system.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the valve cover gasket and repair it as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front cylinder bank valve cover gasket may leak oil onto the alternator, damaging it and causing the charging system to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the alternator and front valve cover gasket at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
