repaired · 2023 Q2
Engine
Risk. A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 Hyundai VelosterProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 42 owner complaints about the 2019 Hyundai Veloster, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-301 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 31, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Hyundai Veloster has problems
42 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
18Engine
8Structure
6Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
3Vehicle speed control
3Steering
3Engine and engine cooling
2Power train
2Service brakes
2Visibility/wiper
97 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 18 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 1 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| 7 other systems | 9 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2019 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 · 2020 Q3
Doors: latch
Risk. The door opening could result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
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.
Best & worst years
2019 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
2019 Hyundai Veloster safety ratings
2019 Hyundai Veloster 3 HB FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Veloster owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
Own a 2019 Veloster?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.