The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The vehicle The contact stated that while driving, The approximate failure mileage was 202,427. The oil light illuminated, looked and there was no oil. The vehicle knocked. the vehicle stalled.
2008 Hyundai Veracruz engine problems
94 complaints (41% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 115,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 94
- of this car's complaints
- 41%
- typical mileage
- 115,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Engine: oil/lubrication: seals/gaskets1
- Engine1
- Cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Hyundai Veracruz engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Stalling 38Check engine light 24Loss of power 13Engine failure 7Won't start 5
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication: seals/gaskets
- What is wrong
- 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 number 20V705000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 14V415000 · Recall details
What 2008 Hyundai Veracruz owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking oil, and over time, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the vehicle, with a significant amount of oil leaking from the vehicle, resulting in engine damage. The vehicle became inoperable. The vehicle was first taken to an independent mechanic, where the oil leak was discovered; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was later taken to a dealer, where the oil leak and engine damage were confirmed; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); and the vehicle was previously repaired under the recall; however, the failure occurred. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
The contact's mother owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while at a stoplight. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer to be repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 14V415000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted online and declined to assist with reimbursement. The failure mileage was approximately 175,044.
Radiator needs fluid and the liquid would go to the engine. The head gasket is blown. Repaired multiple times still giving the same issue. Oil is leaking.
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from underneath the hood. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who discovered there was oil leaking from the valve cover gasket. The mechanic performed an unknown repair, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact became aware of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); associated with the VIN after the vehicle failed the State Inspection due to the unrepaired recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
This is referring to the federal safety agency recall 20V705000 a/k/a Hyundai TSB: 21-01047H-2 whereas my 2008 Hyundai Veracruz was brought into a Hyundai dealership regarding the above mentioned safety recall. Dealer refused to remedy the recall without first purchasing an otherwise irrelevant part to the remedy. The TSB clearly states all parts and labor necessary to honoring the safety recall would be granted to the consumer. This refusal to honor a recall poses a safety hazard as this vehicle is my sole form of transportation.
Bought my Veracruz in 2018. After not even a year I started experiencing problems with the charging system. Car would die overnight. Replaced a battery with the new one 3 weeks later same thing happened. Changed many sensors checked the fuses looked for parasitic draw... battery cables. Removed the alternator had it checked at advance auto it was surprisingly good. It was covered with oil leaking out of valve cover.. replaced the valve cover seal but the problem still remains. That leakage messed up my charging system. I cannot even drive the car safely anymore because the voltage keeps dropping rapidly. Even tho alternator is good it's not charging the battery while car is running. P0346 is the code I'm getting when I scan the vehicle. Check engine and TPMS are on. I won't even be able to pass emissions test next month due to this mess.
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH and slowing to exit a highway while turning to the right on the exit ramp the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the power steering failed, and extra force was needed to turn the steering wheel. The contact did not notice any warning lights being illuminated. The contact stopped and turned off and restarted the vehicle and the steering regained normal functionality. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The mechanic determined that the alternator and battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure returned and additionally, the vehicle was leaking engine oil. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the alternator needed to be replaced and that the seal on the oil drain plug was replaced. The vehicle was repaired but was still leaking oil and experiencing intermittent engine stalls. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that the valve cover gasket was leaking and had been replaced several times, in addition to the manifold; however, the failure persisted. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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 dealer, where he was informed that the valve cover gasket was leaking. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened; however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started shaking violently and lost motive power and stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drive to his residence. The contact became aware that the alternator had shattered and was filled with oil. The contact called and notified the local dealer about the failure however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
Questions about the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz engine
Does the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz have engine problems?
Owners have filed 94 complaints about the engine of the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz, 41% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2008 Hyundai Veracruz engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 115,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz engine?
Yes, 2 recalls: 20V705000, 14V415000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Hyundai Veracruz have bad engine?
The Hyundai Veracruz model years with the most engine complaints are 2008 (94 complaints), 2007 (66 complaints) and 2011 (63 complaints).
Other 2008 Hyundai Veracruz problems
Electrical 66Brakes 50Driver assistance 36Airbags 19Transmission 17Steering 15Acceleration 13Lights 13Locks 6Fuel system 5Seat belts 4Body 3Visibility 3Suspension 2Wheels 2
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