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US recalls (1)
Engine
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Canadian recalls (3)
Show 3 Canadian recalls
Brakes
2023-03-08 · campaign 2023-125
Issue:
Hyundai is conducting a special service campaign that provides anti-corrosion treatment to certain underbody components. Over time, components under the vehicle, including brake lines could corrode. If this happens, a brake line could fail and leak. A brake fluid leak can result in reduced braking.
Safety Risk:
Reduced braking can cause an extended stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the underbody, including the brake lines. The dealer will apply an anti-corrosion treatment to certain parts, and replace the brake lines if necessary.
Engine
2021-11-04 · campaign 2021-674
Issue:
Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine failure would cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart.
Note: This only affects Santa Fe models equipped with a 2.4 L MPI engine, and Veloster models with a 1.6 L GDI engine.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of an accident. An engine failure could also create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the software for the engine control module.
Note: Hyundai recommends that you should always follow the correct vehicle maintenance schedule, which is printed in the Owner's Manual. If you experience unusual engine noise, reduced power, or a check engine/oil warning light, Hyundai advises you to immediately visit a Hyundai dealership to have your vehicle diagnosed.
Engine
2020-12-02 · campaign 2020-592
Issue:
On certain vehicles equipped with a 1.6 L GDI, 2.0 L GDI, or 2.4 L MPI engine, the connecting rod bearings could wear prematurely. As a result, there could be an abnormal knocking noise from the engine and/or the oil pressure warning light may turn on. If you continue to drive the vehicle with worn connecting rod bearings, the engine could fail. An engine failure would cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. In some cases, a damaged connecting rod could puncture the engine block and cause an oil leak.
Note: For the Sonata model, only the Sonata Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) models are affected by this recall.
Additional Note: Engine compartment fires can happen for many different reasons. In some cases, there is too much damage to find the cause of a fire.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Oil that leaks onto a hot component could cause a fire.
Corrective Actions:
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer for an engine inspection test, to determine if there is bearing damage. If damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also update the software for the engine control module.
Note: Hyundai recommends that you should always follow the correct vehicle maintenance schedule, which is printed in the Owner's Manual.
Owner complaints (225)
Owners filed 225 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Hyundai Veloster (15 crashes, 4 fires, 11 injuries reported). Among 9 model years of this model, it ranks #3 for the most complaints (median 85).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 134 | |
| Power train | 43 | |
| Unknown or other | 32 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 20 | |
| Electrical system | 16 | |
| Air bags | 11 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2016 Hyundai Veloster.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2016 Hyundai VELOSTER 3 C FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2016 Hyundai Veloster version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Veloster 1.6 L Automatic (AM6) | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Veloster 1.6 L Manual 6-spd | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Veloster 1.6 L Automatic (AM6) | 26 | 32 | 29 | $2,300 |
| Veloster 1.6 L Manual 6-spd | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,400 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.