Oil leak from front cylinder valve cover
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 14V415000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V415000?
NHTSA recall 14V415000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on July 8, 2014. It addresses: Oil leak from front cylinder valve cover. The recall affects approximately 61,122 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V415000 or the manufacturer campaign number 121. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.