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2008 Hyundai Veracruz repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (10%)

Chart based on 145 repairs.
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz repair cost distribution

$2500+ (1%)

$1000 - $2499 (1%)

$500 - $999 (5%)

$100 - $499 (21%)

< $100 (72%)

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Chart based on 95 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Hyundai Veracruz

Engine not specified

Hyundai Veracruz in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2012 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012

52700 mi

C $5
ABS Sensor.  Also replaced one shock on the rear hatch. 

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2008 Hyundai Veracruz 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Hyundai Veracruz in South Carolina, United States
Jul 2011 - Dec 2015
Apr 2012

60200 mi
Replaced clock spring on drivers air bag after airbag light came on. Under recall. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Oklahoma, United States
Aug 2011 - Jan 2018
Sep 2011

27000 mi
Throttle position sensor failure at 70mph, causing shutdown mode. Was able to coast off freeway amazingly enough without causing an accident. Dealer said to start engine back up and see if it drove ok, and it did at a low speed anyway. Check Engine Code P0455 Large Evap Leak Detected, Valve - Canister CL special ordered for repair. 
Apr 2016

82800 mi

US $240
Key FOB quit allowing the ignition switch to turn on. Dealer had to reprogram system. 
Oct 2017

100000 mi

US $700
abs sensor replace 
Hyundai Veracruz in Ohio, United States
Sep 2008 - Oct 2013
Mar 2011

53000 mi
Check engine light came on, rough idle ensued. Drove directly to dealer (no appointment). Dealer immediately took car in, diagnosed and repaired. Total time 35 minutes. Replaced rear oxygen sensor under warranty, no charge. 
Nov 2011

60000 mi
Trim at front of roof rack replaced. OEM trim had blown away. 
Jun 2013

89000 mi
Replace rear stabilizer links. 
Hyundai Veracruz in South Carolina, United States
Nov 2010 - Dec 2017
Aug 2011

38000 mi
Driver inside door handle broke off completely. Door handle replaced at dealer under original warranty. 
Jun 2012

42000 mi
Transmission would clunk upon tapping the accelerator 
Apr 2015

60000 mi

US $200
Broken interior door handle 
Sep 2016

70000 mi
Leaking valve cover 
Dec 2017

81000 mi

US $150
Replaced starter 
Hyundai Veracruz in South Carolina, United States
Jul 2013 - Jun 2018
Oct 2013

94200 mi

US $15
Brake light switch failure. It had already been replaced on recall in 2010. Purchased replacement from Advance Auto Parts, and reset onboard computer. 
Dec 2013

98000 mi

US $300
Rear turn bulbs shorted out causing headlights, emergency blinkers, and turn signals to not function. 
Aug 2014

108000 mi

US $110
Driver door handle lock button stopped working. Ordered new part from Korea for $100, and replaced door handle. Driver is now able to unlock driver door with proximity key by depressing button on door handle. 
Oct 2014

108200 mi

US $60
Passenger side heater would not get hot when setting passenger air temp to high. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Minnesota, United States
Dec 2013 - Apr 2015
Dec 2014

55000 mi
recall: leaky valve gasket 
Mar 2015

56000 mi
Since I bought this car, there's been parasitic drain every now and then. Lately the drain has been really bad. I checked with a multimeter. I measured 3 amp draw. 30 sec later, it went to 0.7A. Then back to 3A draw. Many jump-starts lately 
Apr 2015

56000 mi
There is still parasitic drain with the vehicle. I have decided to sell it. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Texas, United States
Jan 2011 - Jul 2014
May 2011

30570 mi
Sunglass holder wont close. Replaced sunglass holder assembly. 
Jun 2011

32500 mi
Air bag light on...replaced air bag module. 
Jun 2013

56612 mi
Power steering rack leaking. Replaced entire rack under warranty. P/S tilt function not working. Unable to duplicate in shop, has not recurred. 
Nov 2013

59200 mi
Passenger side blend door not functioning. Replaced blend door actuator. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Ohio, United States
Apr 2010 - Apr 2012
Jun 2010

59000 mi
Replaced Transmission because torque converter went out 
Hyundai Veracruz in Nevada, United States
- Apr 2008
Apr 2008

450 mi

US $32000
Seat Belt strap driver side needs repair (Cuts to strap) Dealer fixed strap (Put in new strap) 
Hyundai Veracruz in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
Aug 2015

67580 mi

C $500
ABS, Brake and ESC lights came on. Dealer diagnotics indicate ABS Pump Module OEM #58910-3J850 needs replacing. Dealer charges $2300 for part however have ordered a recycled part instead which is $300. ABS at this point works and was 
Hyundai Veracruz in Georgia, United States
Jul 2009 - Mar 2017
Jan 2009

3000 mi
DIAGNOSE PROBLEMS WITH DOORS NOT CLOSING PROPERLY AND PEELING LEATHER ON ARMRESTS 
Mar 2009

4700 mi
REPLACED REAR WEATHER STRIP ON BOTH REAR DOORS**DEFECTIVE FROM FACTORY**HAD ANOTHER DOOR ARMREST RECOVERED 
Apr 2009

5000 mi
RECOVERED THIRD ARMREST** 
Jun 2009

8000 mi
HAD TO TAKE IT IN BECAUSE THE MIDDLE SEAT BELT IN THE MIDDLE ROW GOT STUCK**ALSO THE SLIDING SEAT ON LEFT SIDE WAS GETTING STUCK**THEY SAID INTERNAL FAILURE COME BACK WHEN THEY GET PARTS 
Aug 2009

10500 mi
The arm rest on the driver side door (vinyl) was peeling off. All of the other door have been recovered but due to a new shop manager they decided to replace the whole door panel of this last door repair the button to open the gas tank will not work. they took the door panel off and it started working. 
Aug 2011

40300 mi
Late @ nite when I cranked car, ESC light was on and the car would not shift out of park (restarting correct prob.) Next day after driving, would not shift INTO park (ESC light on). Third day check engine light on. 
Sep 2011

42000 mi
Check engine light on- small exhaust leak fixed by replacing the fuel cap. ESC switch needed replacing (brake switch) which is what we just had replaced. 
May 2015

94000 mi

US $150
Engine was leaking oil and messed up alternator and had to replace it Air bag light came on Inside driver door handle broke off 
Hyundai Veracruz in Maryland, United States
Aug 2011 - Jan 2016
Nov 2014

111000 mi

US $168
Seals had to be replaced on cooling system. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Wisconsin, United States
Sep 2008 - Jul 2016
Aug 2009

25000 mi
Car would occasionally not shift out of park; ABS "Off" light would some times come on.They replaced the "stop lamp indicator switch." There was a recall for this problem, but the dealer didn't know about it initially. 
Mar 2012

59000 mi
The front suspension made a creaking sound at low speeds. The dealer diagnosed the right front suspension mount needed to be replaced. They ordered parts & it was replaced. The weatherstripping on two of the door frames appeared to have shrunk and pulled away from the frame. Dealer ordered parts and then replaced under warranty. 
Apr 2013

72800 mi

US $67
Both rear brake lights were out, but the top mounted brake light was fine. Dealer diagnosed it as burned out bulbs, replaced them, and they are working again. Takes hour+ to change as must carefully remove and reinstall entire assembly. 
Dec 2014

99000 mi
Recall on valve cover gasket, leaking gasket and alternator both replaced at no charge under recall 
Hyundai Veracruz in California, United States
Apr 2009 - Jun 2022
Jun 2009

4000 mi
Radio noise on AM, parts on order. 
Jul 2009

7000 mi
Dealer replaced Manifold Catalytic Assy-E2651 
Sep 2009

8000 mi
Driver door seal 
Feb 2010

14000 mi
Ignition switch replaced. Car would buzz and doors would not lock. 
Mar 2010

14000 mi
Headlights aimed too high since new. First dealer said they could not be lowered. Took to another Dealer who re-aimed them. 
Sep 2011

40000 mi
Rear door seals replace for they keep coming off. 
Jan 2013

56700 mi
drivers power seat stopped working. Replaced power seat switch. 
Oct 2016

122000 mi

US $75
Drive side door weather stripping 
Feb 2017

127000 mi

US $350
Replace driver door handle for senser problem in handle 
Jun 2017

128000 mi

US $300
Headlights would go off or dim. Turn signal/headlight lever replaced. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Texas, United States
Sep 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2009

9000 mi
Weather stripping around both front doors was coming loose. Factory defect with the original istallation. Dealer ordered new stripping and replaced it. 
Jun 2009

13000 mi
check engine light was on 

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2008 Hyundai Veracruz 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Hyundai Veracruz in Alberta, Canada
Aug 2014 - Nov 2014
Oct 2014

57660 mi
Rear view mirror compass not working.Advised that entire mirror would have to be replaced. Approximate cost $500 plus labor. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Alberta, Canada
Sep 2008 - Jun 2022
Mar 2009

24800 mi
Just an update for the computer, time 30 minutes, no charge.  
Nov 2010

74400 mi

C $45
Bumping noise when going over bumps, replaced LH stabilizer link, problem solved. right stabilizer link was clicking, changed in 20 min. replaced stabilizer link driver side 
Sep 2011

68200 mi

C $280
left rear wheel bearing replaced, noisy 
Oct 2011

77500 mi

C $1983
ABS controller unit failed,, Abs lite on esc light on,, warranty expired at 60,000 miles. Change unit and bleed brakes, clear codes.  ABS controller unit failed,, Abs lite on esc light on,, warranty expired at 60,000 miles. Change unit and bleed brakes, clear codes. 
Sep 2012

89900 mi

C $285
right rear wheel bearing 
Jan 2017

152940 mi
small motor to operate heater door on passenger side was replaced 
Jun 2017

216380 mi

C $45
replaced rear brake pads 
Mar 2018

235600 mi

C $65
left rear caliper was seizing, replaced it. 
Jun 2022

313100 mi
left rear caliper sticks had parts from last repair 2018 
Hyundai Veracruz in United Arab Emirates
Sep 2008 - Jul 2011
Hyundai Veracruz in Indiana, United States
Jan 2013 - Feb 2014
Feb 2014

21000 mi
Wheel sensors on left rear and right rear failed. Dealer replaced 
Hyundai Veracruz in Washington, United States
Nov 2008 - Mar 2012
Jun 2009

23000 mi
Car would not shift into park properly. Dealer could not find reason for problem, contacted Hyundai and Hyundai told dealer to replace transmission! 
Mar 2012

86000 mi

US $700
Valve cover leaked oil on alternator, taking out alternator. Alternator replaced under warranty, battery - no.  Took the opportunity to have several other electrical repairs made (steering wheel adjustment switch and power window switches). 
Hyundai Veracruz in Colorado, United States
Oct 2008 - Jun 2010
Nov 2008

8000 mi
Door lock would intermittently not work.  Ignition parts replaced. 
Feb 2009

10000 mi
AC lost compression - Fluid Leak at joint. 
May 2009

12000 mi
Ignition electrical faults causing door locking and warning chime to operate incorrectly. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Ontario, Canada
- Jul 2008
Jul 2008

1860 mi
The XM radio module displayed "Not Ready" on the control head. Dealer replaced XM module and all was well again 
Hyundai Veracruz in Tennessee, United States
Jun 2013 - Feb 2015
Jul 2013

180000 mi

US $900
Valvecover gasket replaced 
Hyundai Veracruz in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2012 - Jul 2016
Aug 2015

99780 mi

C $375
Ball joints, and stabilizer link 
Dec 2015

106020 mi

C $85
Engine light. Replaced a leaking vacuum hose. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Illinois, United States
May 2011 - Jun 2011
Jun 2011

55000 mi

US $200
Alternator went bad, which made the battery go bad. Warranty covered alternator but not battery. 
Hyundai Veracruz in British Columbia, Canada
Mar 2009 - Jun 2013
Apr 2009

11780 mi

C $40
Ltd floor mats show great deal of wear on driver side by area where foot rests by accelerator. 
May 2009

11780 mi
Valve cover (rt) leaking. 
Jun 2009

12400 mi
Drivers door speaker vibration. New speaker orderd. Drivers side speaker replaced under warranty 
Oct 2009

14880 mi

C $15
wipers stopped working..stripped post, parts ordered, Loctite used to temporarily fix 
Nov 2009

14880 mi
Tilt steering memory switch replaced under TSB. Wipers fixed with replacement part that was ordered. 
Feb 2010

17760 mi
Stereo stopped working. Tech looked at fuses, none were in error. Reset Transport fuse but still no function. Stereo was going to be replaced but then after waiting 5 min the stereo started to work again. Problem to be monitored and if occurs again. 
Mar 2010

17980 mi
Radio stopped working 
Jul 2010

19840 mi

C $250
Stuck in middle of nowhere with dead alternator. Towed 235 km, extra motel room, extra car rental. In the midst of fighting for reimbursment for rental. 
Dec 2010

26660 mi
Replacement of Throttle Pos. Sensor and upgrade of ECU to latest ROM 
May 2011

30380 mi
Steering rack Xm not working Loud A/C compresor 
Jul 2011

32240 mi
air compressor repaired xm radio circuit reset and working steering issue repaired with warrenty 
Oct 2011

35220 mi
Drivers side mirror led turn signal light dim to not visible Fixed 
Jan 2012

38120 mi
Tilt steering switch not working. Parts ordered Second time alternator and battery went oil pan gasket, valve cover gasket found leaking when 2nd alternator repaired. 
Sep 2012

48360 mi
Memory seat and steering wheel 
Hyundai Veracruz in Alberta, Canada
Jan 2011 - Mar 2013
Mar 2011

31000 mi
Ongoing electrical problem, tailgate lifts on own, auto headlight come on during day, auto setting on climate control not working. Replaced Infiniti radio system. Can't find electrical problem. Frustrating. (Update: Problems gone after radio replaced.) 
Jan 2012

37820 mi

C $100
My Satelite radio quit working. Message indicated 
Jan 2013

47740 mi
check engine light came on. diagnosed as a misfire and check engine light reset. changed sensor 
Hyundai Veracruz in Nevada, United States
Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2009

17000 mi
Car was surging at 40mph and would come and go. No check engine light, replaced throttle position sensor and corrected problem. 
Jun 2010

21000 mi
Dealer replaced TPS 3 months ago to correct surging problem.Check engine light came on and engine ran poor,also transmission not shifting correctly.Towed to dealer and picked up last week. 3 days later the engine and transmission not right. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Ohio, United States
Feb 2009 - Sep 2011
Mar 2009

12000 mi
Passenger side headlight out. 
Jan 2010

29000 mi

US $25
HAD OIL AND FILTER CHANGED AND TIRES ROTATED.CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON AND STAYED ON.THEY FOUND AN O2 OXYGEN SENSOR BAD AND HAD TO ORDER PART. REPLACED O2 OXYGEN SENSOR. 
Feb 2010

29200 mi
TOOK IN TO DEALER WIPERS STOPPED WORKING.FOUND WIPER MOTOR BURNT OUT WILL REPLACE UNDER WARRANTY TOMORROW. 
Hyundai Veracruz in New Jersey, United States
Feb 2012 - Dec 2013
Dec 2012

58000 mi
Suspension noise- replaced engine mount passenger side.  Also had to replace part on auto tilt steering wheel. 
Hyundai Veracruz in New York, United States
Nov 2009 - Jan 2012
Feb 2010

29000 mi
Apparently an O2 sensor issue...but not sure originally. Occurred again...found O2 issue but apparently installed wrong so took several days to rediagnose error. Once fixed it runs fine...Was given a loaner. 
Jun 2010

51000 mi
Front stabilizer bracket worn or broken..fixed under warranty and returned same day. 
Dec 2010

53000 mi
Right rear wheel bearing 
Mar 2011

60000 mi

US $50
Driver side wheel bearing failed. 
Aug 2011

71000 mi

US $100
Brake engaged switch failed, not allowing shift lever to work properly...stuck either in park or in gear not allowing it to go into park 
Hyundai Veracruz in New York, United States
Jun 2012 - Jan 2013
Jul 2012

43300 mi
ABS light came on ABS module would not stop running even when engine was turned off. overheated and split and burned up. also burned out wires. Warranty claim for $4600 initially denied, but then Hyundai rep examined it and approved coverage. 
Aug 2012

44100 mi
The ABS module was broken. The parts were ordered and it was fixed under the warrenty. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2008 - Jan 2012
Feb 2009

19220 mi
2 backup sensors failed and were replaced under warranty. 
Apr 2011

45880 mi
Driver's side seat pops when making consecutive left to right turns. Audible to the ear and can be felt in the lower back. 
Dec 2011

57660 mi
Driver's side rear bearing replacement under warranty. Driver side automatic lock stopped functioning- motor failed. 
Hyundai Veracruz in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2008 - Aug 2019
Mar 2009

13020 mi
Windshied assembly stopped working. Repaired under warranty with no problems. Mechanic noticed a small leak in the power steering fluid line and repaired under warranty. 
Mar 2010

31000 mi
Sensor on accelerator arm needed replacement. Repaired under warranty. Passenger side door handle occasionally got stuck in open position. Not a serious problem (easy to push down), but repaired under warranty. 
Mar 2011

44640 mi
Minor oil leak. Replaced seal. 
May 2011

50840 mi
Sway bar needed replacing due to unusual wear 
Sep 2011

55800 mi
Compass LEDs dim and hard to see. New rearview mirror assembly ordered under warrenty. 
Jan 2014

66640 mi

C $200
Wheel sensor failed 
Mar 2014

99200 mi

C $160
Replaced U joint in suspension 
May 2014

99200 mi
Door handle came off when plastic holder block broke with normal use. Glued it back on myself 
Dec 2014

108500 mi

C $52
Horn stopped working. The dealership charged $52 for the initial check, and wanted another $170 to continue investigating as they had not found the reason. I decided to leave the horn for another day. 
Mar 2016

127100 mi

C $600
New rear wheel hub and arm 
Jun 2017

155000 mi

C $400
Brake sensor, not repaired. Testing suggested that the actual problem could be somewhere in the wiring inside the body of the car - which would be difficult and expensive to locate. 

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