This page covers 5 recalls, 41 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster.
28–30 mpg combined
7.8–8.4 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
Engine complaints dominate what 2019 Veloster owners report, and the failures they describe tend to be serious. The most common pattern is sudden engine seizure or complete power loss while driving, sometimes with the check engine light appearing just before, or not at all. Several owners report being told the engine needed full replacement, and a number of those say the repair was covered at the dealership, suggesting some awareness of the issue on Hyundai's end. Rocker arm failure comes up across multiple reports as a specific mechanical culprit, with owners noting it can occur at relatively modest mileage. Brake complaints are far fewer in number but include reports of calipers failing to function properly, with one owner finding that most of the brakes on the vehicle had stopped working before the problem was noticed.
41
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster has 5 recalls, the most serious involving engine failure on models equipped with the 2.0L engine, which can cause a sudden loss of power while driving and, if oil reaches hot exhaust components, a fire.
The engine issue affects 2.0L-equipped vehicles whose piston oil rings can wear prematurely, leading to rising oil consumption over time. Drivers may notice unusual engine noise and an oil pressure warning light before the engine fails entirely. A related recall covers the high-pressure fuel pump on Veloster N performance models specifically; that pump can fail and cause the engine to run rough, trigger the check engine light, and cut power without warning while underway.
On the structural side, the driver's door latch and its locking cable can be damaged in a side impact crash, allowing the door to swing open during the collision. Two separate filings cover this same door latch concern, and both point to the same consequence: a door that opens mid-crash significantly raises the risk of an occupant being ejected from the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-pressure fuel pump may fail, causing rough engine running, check engine light illumination, and sudden loss of engine power while driving.
What the fix does
Dealership will update engine control module software and replace the high-pressure fuel pump if needed.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The piston oil rings in the 2.0L Nu MPI engine may be defective, causing excessive oil consumption, abnormal engine noise, and oil pressure warning light activation.
What the fix does
The dealer will inspect the engine and replace it if necessary. A software update will be installed to alert you of potential damage.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could cause engine damage.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the engine if needed at no cost. Hyundai will also install Piston Ring Noise Sensing System software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's door latch may not hold securely during a side-impact crash, allowing the door to open.
What the fix does
The door latch assembly will be replaced at a Hyundai dealer.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
In a side impact crash, the driver's door latch housing and locking cable can break, causing the driver's side door to open unintentionally.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's side door latch assembly and lower channel at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
