2019 Hyundai Veloster Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Veloster years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 7th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Hyundai Veloster. That ranks 7th out of 9 Veloster model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (18 complaints, 43%), typically at around 57,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 3 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
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- 42owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 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 | 18 | 43% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 8 | 19% | 5,838 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 17% | 5,838 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 14% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 7% | 21,071 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 7% | 300 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 7% | 37,453 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 5% | 100,391 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 5% | 3,600 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 5% | 31,654 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 5% | 61,307 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 5% | 13,091 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 2% | 9,500 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 2% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 2% | 300 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 2% | 300 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2019 Hyundai Veloster recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine
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.
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.
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.
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
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.
Risk: The door opening could result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
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.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH with his two-year-old daughter in the vehicle, the automatic emergency braking system erroneously engaged and caused the vehicle to come to a stop, which almost caused a crash. The contact stated that the failure…
I started to hear a grinding sound when breaking and I took it into a Meineke dealer to see about getting it fixed. During a general diagnostic they discovered that 3 of the four brakes were not working and the calipers needed replaced. I was told this was due to a manufacturer issue and that there…
Engine locked on me during driving almost caused a car rear ending me during rush hour. Called AAA and they printed out a recall form for over heated piston that may cause engine damage. Towed to Tito Auto care and then printed out the same information for recall details NHTSA Campaign Number…
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to respond with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine was…
Attempted to pull out of our neighborhood and car check engine light as well as every other light came on on the dashboard. Car completely loss power and stalled in the middle of the road. Multiple attempts to re-start the car but would not start. Had mechanic check vehicle, originally pulled a…
Other Hyundai Veloster years
← 2017 Veloster · 2020 Veloster →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Veloster | 11 | 1 |
| 2020 Veloster | 24 | 1 |
| 2019 | 42 | 2 |
| 2017 Veloster | 50 | 0 |
| 2016 Veloster | 223 | 1 |
| 2015 Veloster | 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 2019 Hyundai Veloster?
Owners most often report engine, structure, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 18 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Hyundai Veloster?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 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 2019 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.