2015–2022 · 7 model years · 13 recalls

Hyundai Veloster problems by year

We don't rate the Hyundai Veloster yet, because we don't have its sales figures. The 2016 has the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (305). Owners complain most about engine & cooling. Popular years get more complaints, so treat these counts as a guide to what goes wrong, not a ranking.

Most common problems

Engine & cooling286
Transmission & drivetrain72
Driver-assist & stability59
Electrical system52
Body, glass & interior37
Steering32

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, all years 2015–2022.

Every Hyundai Veloster year at a glance

Model yearReliabilityComplaintsRecallsBest mpg
2022 VelosterNot rated yet66225
2021 VelosterNot rated yet38330
2020 VelosterNot rated yet37230
2019 VelosterNot rated yet68330
2017 VelosterNot rated yet70031
2016 VelosterNot rated yet305131
2015 VelosterNot rated yet190230

Reliability compares each year with similar cars from 2015 to 2024, using owner complaints filed with NHTSA per car sold. Complaint counts on their own aren't a score: popular cars get more of them.

Questions people ask

What are the most common Hyundai Veloster problems?

Owners complain most about engine & cooling, transmission & drivetrain, driver-assist & stability.

Which Hyundai Veloster year has the most recalls?

The 2021, with 3 recalls on record with NHTSA.