2015 Hyundai Veloster Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Veloster years
- Far more complaints than other years 4th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 137 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Hyundai Veloster. That ranks 4th out of 9 Veloster model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (76 complaints, 55%), typically at around 86,000 miles. Complaints mention 7 fires, 4 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
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- 137owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Hyundai Veloster problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine problems | 76 | 55% | 86,000 | “oil consumption” (13%) | — |
| Electrical System | 26 | 19% | 57,244 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 21 | 15% | 47,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 18 | 13% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 7% | 56,690 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 4% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 4% | 33,776 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 4% | 61,500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 5 | 4% | 2,626 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2% | 83,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1% | 52,986 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1% | 12,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 1% | 33,100 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1% | 45,854 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 4,353 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 2,551 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Hyundai Veloster recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/modulePark outside
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.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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.
Engine
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.
Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires (AQ23002) — opened Nov 17, 2023, still open.
- Engine Fires (EA21003) — opened Dec 22, 2021, closed Feb 5, 2024, led to recall 23V877.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Climate control module burnt out (highly common problem). Replaced it along with new connection and it melted the control switch and fried the connector again. Hyundai has acknowledged this very common issue but still hasn't done a recall for the cheap wiring in the vehicle. Ive had smoke come out…
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…
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…
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.
I am reporting a safety-related engine defect involving sudden internal engine failure, excessive oil consumption, persistent bearing knock, and overheating of the catalytic converter. The vehicle repeatedly triggered Bank 1&2O2 sensor fault codes due to oil blow-by and thermal overload. A…
Other Hyundai Veloster years
← 2014 Veloster · 2016 Veloster →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Veloster | 11 | 1 |
| 2020 Veloster | 24 | 1 |
| 2019 Veloster | 42 | 2 |
| 2017 Veloster | 50 | 0 |
| 2016 Veloster | 223 | 1 |
| 2015 | 137 | 2 |
| 2014 Veloster | 85 | 2 |
| 2013 Veloster | 426 | 3 |
| 2012 Veloster | 296 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Veloster?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 76 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Hyundai Veloster?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Hyundai Veloster a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Veloster model years, the 2015 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.