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2012 Hyundai Veracruz vs 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2012 Hyundai Veracruz2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
NHTSA complaints641,638
Recall campaigns310
Service bulletins (TSBs)46256
Investigations17
Crash reports046
Fire reports4104
NCAP overall rating4/5
EPA MPG (combined)18–1915–19
Median reported mileage93,000 mi66,450 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai VeracruzJeep Grand Cherokee
Electrical System21834
Engine19284
Service Brakes0277
Fuel/propulsion System0215
Power Train1101
Steering199
Air Bags243
Service Brakes, Hydraulic730

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling11324
Check engine light573
Won’t start088
Loss of power049
Hesitation / surging028
Brake problems027
Vibration / shaking022
Electrical failures020
2012 Hyundai Veracruz
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.