repaired · 2026 Q2
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Park outsideRisk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
2014 Hyundai VelosterProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 85 owner complaints about the 2014 Hyundai Veloster, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-651 the manufacturer reports only 25% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 30, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Hyundai Veloster has problems
85 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
33Engine3 crash/fire/injury
22Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
14Steering
5Service brakes
5Structure
3Air bags
3Exterior lighting
3Power train
3Service brakes, hydraulic
159 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 33 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 22 | 3 |
| Steering | 14 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 3 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 15 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2014 Hyundai Veloster recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system
Risk. An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Mileage at failure
When do engine problems start?
92kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 20 engine complaints. 60% were reported before 100,000 miles.
3under 30k miles12under 100k miles8100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other Veloster year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Veloster median. How we score
'12'13'14'15'16'17'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2014 Hyundai Veloster safety ratings
2014 Hyundai VELOSTER 3 C FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (10.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Hyundai Veloster, and the recalls they led to.
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In owners' words
What Veloster owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 50 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an extremely loud knocking sound coming from the vehicle which increased louder while driving. The contact drove the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. The vehicle was towed to…
The car lost power gradually;when I was driving; We were on the freeway and I couldn’t continue driving 60 miles per hour, therefore I turned on the turn signals cause I just could drive at 35 miles per hour and the car just start shaking; I just look for the next exit by the time We were on risk…
Own a 2014 Veloster?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.