2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
15
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER
The 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER has received a total of 15 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Hyundai Motor America for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection (6 complaints), Engine (3 complaints), and Fuelpropulsion System (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER, potentially affecting up to 158,493 vehicles.
Recall 21V301000 — ENGINE
| 158,493 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Warning | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
high pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced twice before 1k miles the car just stalled out of no where .. now the car needs a new wheel berrings at 10k miles .
high pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced twice before 1k miles the car just stalled out of no where .. now the car needs a new wheel berrings at 10k miles .
high pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced twice before 1k miles the car just stalled out of no where .. now the car needs a new wheel berrings at 10k miles .
Constant False positives, already took to dealership and issue still persists
Constant False positives, already took to dealership and issue still persists
Safety Rating for the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER
Hyundai Motor America has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TRW Summary Notice — AIR BAGS
A Class Action settlement regarding the TRW Airbag was recently decided. Based on the Class Action, customers are eligible for certain settlement benefits. Impacted vehicles are also noted below. For further information regarding settlement benefits and contacts, please review the corresponding dealer notification. It is available on Hyundaidealer.com under Hyundai...
23-BE-002H — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information to upgrade the BCW (Blind-spot Collision Warning) software for certain 2019-22MY Veloster N (JSN) vehicles (see Applicable Vehicles below). ⪠Symptom: BCW lamp illuminated intermittently with no vehicle in blind spot when snow tires are applied. ⪠Cause: BCW unit misrecognizes radar signals that are reflected...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HYUNDAI VELOSTER
- 2016 HYUNDAI VELOSTER — 288 complaints
- 2017 HYUNDAI VELOSTER — 67 complaints
- 2019 HYUNDAI VELOSTER — 62 complaints
- 2020 HYUNDAI VELOSTER — 29 complaints
- 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER (current)
- 2022 HYUNDAI VELOSTER — 9 complaints
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