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US recalls (1)
Engine
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Canadian recalls (2)
Show 2 Canadian recalls
Fuel system
2024-07-11 · campaign 2024-403
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the high-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough and the check engine light may turn on. This could also cause a sudden loss of engine power while driving.
Note: For the Elantra, Kona and Veloster models, this recall only affects the N performance versions.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of engine power could 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 update the engine control module software. The high-pressure fuel pump will be replaced, if necessary.
Powertrain
2022-10-06 · campaign 2022-568
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a fault in the transmission oil pump can cause the vehicle to enter "fail-safe mode". When this happens, a programming error can cause a sudden loss of power to the wheels after 20-30 seconds.
Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmission. The dealer will also update the transmission control unit software.
Owner complaints (11)
Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Hyundai Veloster. Among 9 model years of this model, it ranks #9 for the most complaints (median 85).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Lane departure | 7 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | |
| Unknown or other | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2021 Hyundai Veloster 3 HB FWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2021 Hyundai Veloster version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Veloster 1.6 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Veloster 1.6 L Manual 6-spd | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,300 |
| Veloster 2.0 L Automatic (S6) | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Veloster 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,400 |
| Veloster N 2.0 L Automatic (AM-S8) | 20 | 27 | 22 | $3,750 |
| Veloster N 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 22 | 28 | 25 | $3,300 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.