2015 Hyundai Veloster Engine Problems
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the 2015 Hyundai Veloster, 55% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 86,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “oil consumption” (13% of reports).
- 76engine complaints
- 86,000median miles at failure
- 0mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 55%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Oil consumption: mentioned in 10 of 76 complaints (13%)
- Rod bearing: mentioned in 7 of 76 complaints (9%)
- Knocking noise: mentioned in 6 of 76 complaints (8%)
- Catalytic converter: mentioned in 6 of 76 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 24 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 76 complaints, 4 a fire.
Hyundai Veloster engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Veloster | 3 | 27% | — |
| 2020 Veloster | 9 | 38% | 60,500 |
| 2019 Veloster | 18 | 43% | 57,000 |
| 2017 Veloster | 26 | 52% | 79,186 |
| 2016 Veloster | 133 | 60% | 81,500 |
| 2015 Veloster | 76 | 55% | 86,000 |
| 2014 Veloster | 33 | 39% | 91,500 |
| 2013 Veloster | 172 | 40% | 85,000 |
| 2012 Veloster | 61 | 21% | 85,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
I took my car to Gilroy Hyundai November 11, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. because my engine was not running normal, it shook lightly while driving at an incline and the engine light would not shut off. they charged me $284.99 to tell me what needed to be fixed, engine was not looked per Ernesto Garcia…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2015 Hyundai Velosters have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 76 owner complaints about engine for the 2015 Hyundai Veloster (55% of the 137 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Hyundai Veloster engine?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do engine problems start?
The median reported mileage is 86,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about engine problems on the 2015 Hyundai Veloster?
The most frequent phrase is “oil consumption”, in 10 of 76 complaints, followed by “rod bearing” (7).
See all 2015 Hyundai Veloster problems or engine problems across all Veloster years.