The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Veloster · 2019
2019 Hyundai Veloster. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 3,200 and 13,091 miles. Median 5,838, from 14 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Body structure | 47% |
| Engine | 18% |
| Wipers & visibility | 12% |
| Fuel system | 6% |
| Airbags | 6% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
21V301000 Apr 2021 Engine
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.
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.
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.
19V311000 Apr 2019 Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch
Defect. 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.
Remedy. 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.
Manufacturer communications 144
Hyundai filed 144 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ?Check Engine?
- Check Engine warning lamp
- Hyundai has developed a new engine monitoring technology called a Knock Sensor Detection…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Veloster 3 HB FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Hyundai Veloster N 3 HB FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM7) | FWD | 28 / 34 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 26 / 33 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 27 / 34 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 25 / 33 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 22 / 28 / 25 | Premium | $3,100 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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