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Hyundai Veloster Recalls

NHTSA has issued 10 safety recalls for the Hyundai Veloster, covering model years 2012 through 2021. Visibility faults account for 2 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2012 model year has the most, with 6 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 1,649,478 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on September 22, 2023.

Urgent safety advisory on the Hyundai Veloster

One recall below tells owners to park outside and away from buildings, because the vehicle can catch fire while parked and switched off.

Check your own VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether these apply to your car.

Total recalls
10
Model years affected
8
Most recalled part
Visibility
Latest recall
2023

Hyundai Veloster recalls by model year

How many campaigns were issued against each model year. One recall often covers several years at once, so these add up to more than the 10 total.

20211 recall20201 recall20192 recalls20161 recall20152 recalls20142 recalls20133 recalls20126 recalls

All Hyundai Veloster recalls

Each entry is an official NHTSA campaign, shown with the defect, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them, newest first.

23V651000BrakeReported September 22, 2023
NHTSA advises: park outside, away from buildingsAffected vehicles can catch fire even when parked and switched off. Keep the vehicle away from structures until it is repaired.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Model years affected: 2012–2015

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

What can happen

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

Vehicles affected
1,649,478
Maker's recall no.
251
Owners notified
April 10, 2024
Read campaign 23V651000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V132000Electrical systemReported February 28, 2023

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Model years affected: 2012–2014

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles. High conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor (RPAS), which can result in an electrical short circuit.

What can happen

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 242.

Vehicles affected
25,715
Maker's recall no.
242
Owners notified
July 28, 2023
Read campaign 23V132000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
21V301000Reported April 28, 2021

ENGINE

Model years affected: 2019–2021

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.

What can happen

A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.

Vehicles affected
158,493
Maker's recall no.
203
Owners notified
August 24, 2021
Read campaign 21V301000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V746000Reported December 1, 2020

ENGINE

Model years affected: 2015–2016

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster, 2012 Santa Fe, 2011-2013 Sonata Hybrid, and 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.

What can happen

A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 198.

Vehicles affected
128,948
Maker's recall no.
198
Owners notified
March 31, 2021
Read campaign 20V746000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V393000Reported July 2, 2020

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Model years affected: 2012

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.

What can happen

An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193.

Vehicles affected
272,126
Maker's recall no.
193
Owners notified
September 28, 2020
Read campaign 20V393000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
19V311000Latch and lockReported April 17, 2019

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Model years affected: 2019

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Veloster vehicles. In certain side impact crashes, the driver's door latch housing and locking cable can become damaged, allowing the driver's side door to open.

What can happen

The door opening could result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side door latch assembly and lower channel, free of charge. The recall began June 17, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 183.

Vehicles affected
12,438
Maker's recall no.
183
Owners notified
June 17, 2019
Read campaign 19V311000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
19V204000Reported March 14, 2019

ENGINE

Model years affected: 2013

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013 Veloster vehicles that are equipped with 1.6 liter turbo engines. The engine management software may cause premature ignition (pre-ignition) of the air/fuel mixture in the engine. The resulting excessive cylinder pressure may damage the engine.

What can happen

Engine damage can increase the risk of a fire or cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 182.

Vehicles affected
16,487
Maker's recall no.
182
Owners notified
May 14, 2019
Read campaign 19V204000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
13V051000VisibilityReported February 19, 2013

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Model years affected: 2012

The problem

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 4, 2011, through October 31, 2011 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may have been weakened during installation at the factory.

What can happen

If the assembly was weakend at the factory, the panoramic glass panel may break while the vehicle is in motion leading to personal injury or a vehicle crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sunroof's integrity and replace the sunroof glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began during March 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Vehicles affected
6,071
Maker's recall no.
108
Owners notified
March 29, 2013
Read campaign 13V051000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
12V567000Parking brakeReported December 7, 2012

PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE

Model years affected: 2012

The problem

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 2, 2011, through February 27, 2012 and equipped with manual transmissions. Moisture and road grime may cause the parking brake components to bind.

What can happen

If the parking brake components bind, the parking brake may not operate properly, and the parking brake may drag while driving or may not fully engage when the vehicle is parked. If the parking brake is not fully engaged when parked, a manual transmission may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Vehicles affected
4,490
Maker's recall no.
107
Owners notified
January 22, 2013
Read campaign 12V567000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
12V568000VisibilityReported December 7, 2012

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Model years affected: 2012

The problem

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2011, through April 17, 2012 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may been weakened during installation at the factory.

What can happen

If the assembly was weakend at the factory, the panoramic glass panel may break while the vehicle is in motion leading to personal injury or a vehicle crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sunroof's integrity and replace the sunroof glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Vehicles affected
13,500
Maker's recall no.
108
Owners notified
January 22, 2013
Read campaign 12V568000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

What to do if your Hyundai Veloster is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

Hyundai Veloster recall questions

How many recalls does the Hyundai Veloster have?

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for the Hyundai Veloster across model years 2012 to 2021. That count covers recalls filed from 2010 onward. Not every campaign applies to every car of that model year, because manufacturers limit recalls by build date and VIN.

Which Hyundai Veloster model year has the most recalls?

The 2012 Hyundai Veloster carries the most, with 6 recall campaigns. A high count does not automatically mean a worse car: a single supplier fault can trigger a recall across an entire production run, and manufacturers that report problems quickly tend to show more campaigns.

Are Hyundai Veloster recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to repair a safety recall at no cost, including parts and labour, on vehicles under 15 years old. There is no mileage limit, and you do not have to be the original owner or have bought the car from that dealer.

Can I sell or register a Hyundai Veloster with an open recall?

Yes. An open recall does not stop a title transfer or registration in any state, and private sellers are generally not required to repair one first. Dealers face stricter rules on some safety recalls. If you are buying, check the VIN before you pay; the repair is free, but you want to know what you are taking on.

Other Hyundai recalls

Hyundai Sonata recalls42Hyundai Santa Fe recalls37Hyundai Elantra recalls32Hyundai Tucson recalls28Hyundai Palisade recalls16Hyundai Ioniq 5 recalls15

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:
July 18, 2026
Coverage:
Recalls from 2010 onward
Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov ↗

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

⚠ Independent resource — check your VIN before actingCar Paperwork is not affiliated with NHTSA, any manufacturer, or any dealer. This page lists recalls issued for a model, which is not the same as a recall on your car: only a VIN check confirms that. Recall records are also updated by NHTSA continuously, so treat this as a starting point and confirm anything urgent with NHTSA or a franchised dealer. Nothing here is legal or repair advice.