NHTSA Data Explorer

Hyundai Veloster

Data refreshed July 24, 2026

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Complaints

1,288

Active records

Recalls

10

Active records

TSBs

296

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

57

Crashes

42

Fires

56

Top reported issues — Hyundai Veloster

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Condition issue

466

Operating state

431

Noise

282

Performance issue

272

Reporting mechanism

241

Engine behavior

230

Thermal issue

193

Fluid issue

144

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

139

Vibration/harshness

78

Steering behavior

68

HVAC behavior

65

Safety restraint issue

58

Access/entry issue

54

Braking behavior

53

Driver assistance issue

48

Smell

37

Electrical issue

30

Starting behavior

28

Recent change

27

Safety restraint behavior

24

Lighting behavior

22

Infotainment behavior

18

Powering on/off behavior

14

Ride/handling behavior

13

Wiper/washer behavior

6

Communication/network issue

1

Electrified system issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2014 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jul 21, 2026


The HVAC manual heater control unit in my 2014 Veloster Turbo failed, causing extreme electrical resistance that melted, blackened, and discolored the factory wiring harness connector plug behind the dashboard. This caused an active thermal incident and a direct fire hazard inside the cabin. Hyundai is aware of this exact safety defect and is running Service Campaign TY6 (TSB 16-01-070) to fix it, but they are using narrow VIN filtering to deny coverage to identical vehicle configurations. I…

2016 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jul 17, 2026


Formal complaint against Hyundai Motor America for failure to provide safety recall remedies on a U.S.-conforming vehicle. Vehicle History: This 2016 Hyundai Veloster was purchased in the U.S. territory of [XXX], manufactured to meet U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). Years later, it was legally relocated to the U.S. mainland and is currently registered and driven in [XXX]. The Database Issue: Official factory documents from Hyundai Puerto Rico confirm this VIN has critical,…

2015 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jul 3, 2026


2015 Hyundai Veloster Turbo (original owner). The vehicle has three severe safety defects: TRUNK/HATCH LATCH FAILURE: The hatchback lift support/latch fails, refusing to stay open. It unexpectedly fell, which has caused repeated, severe impacts to my head and neck, resulting in an injury requiring surgery. I must manually prop it open with a mini ball to load cargo. ENGINE & TURBO FAILURE / OIL CONSUMPTION: History of engine acceleration issues and turbo failures since 4,000 miles. At 44,000…

2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jun 26, 2026


1 injured

While driving on the interstate, at approximately 70mph, the sunroof glass shattered causing glass to fall into the vehicle and into the face of the driver. This was not caused by any outside object or force, but simply shattered. Upon searching the web, I discovered NHSTA campaign #12V592000 and 12V56800 and Hyundai recall #108. While I was notified by Hyundai about other vehicle recalls, I was not notified about this one.

2016 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jun 24, 2026


The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that gas fumes were entering inside the vehicle and exhaust fumes were present while driving the vehicle and while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on several occasions and to several dealers; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The master cylinder was replaced, and the high-pressure fuel pump was replaced due to a reported internal fuel leak, but the failure persisted. The…

2015 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jun 24, 2026


The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and shifting into gear, the vehicle failed to respond and became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the rear axle was replaced, the transmission fluid was flushed and refilled, and a shift analyzer software update was performed; however, the failure recurred days later. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was determined that the…

2013 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jun 20, 2026


Ac selector switch burnt up

2016 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jun 12, 2026


Complaint regarding 2016 Hyundai Veloster engine oil consumption and warranty denial. In late 2023, at approximately 70,000–80,000 miles, my vehicle began experiencing excessive oil consumption. I reported this issue to Hyundai and authorized dealerships while the vehicle was still under warranty. Since then, I have completed multiple oil consumption tests, inspections, combustion cleanings, and repeated service visits, none of which resulted in a permanent repair or resolution. The oil…

2015 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jun 10, 2026


The climate control fan knob suddenly stopped working. I smelled a burning smell on the interior of the car. I pulled the panel off and noticed that the plug to the climate control harness was burnt. I can no longer utilize the climate control system.

2016 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

Filed Jun 8, 2026


2016 Hyundai Veloster with 1.6L Gamma engine experienced repeat catastrophic engine failure consistent with NHTSA Recall 20V746000 / Hyundai Recall 198 for connecting rod bearing failure. Failure #1: At 124,036 miles, engine developed loud knocking noise increasing with RPM, check engine light, and DTCs P0300 (random misfire) + P0303 (cylinder 3 misfire). Dealer repair order documented broken intake valve on cylinder 3. Engine was replaced at my expense because Hyundai stated VIN was not…

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Updated July 24, 2026. Refreshed nightly.