10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,053 miles

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problem #20

May 222024

Veloster

  • miles
The connection to my AC control knob burned up and my AC only works between 2 & 3. This could have easily caused a fire as the connection and the knob are melted and burned. How has there not been a recall for this issue as there are many complaints that have been reported on this issue. This is a safety hazard!

- Gilbert, AZ, USA

problem #19

Jun 242024

Veloster

  • miles
On 06/252024 I was driving on my way home and my cars climate control were unresponsive and I smelt something burning. I arrived home removed the center console of my vehicle and noticed the AC control plug had melted and was burnt.

- Lenoir, NC, USA

problem #18

May 012024

Veloster

  • miles
This has happened on 4 different occasions. I'm on the highway and my speedometer slams to zero and everything involving the brakes lights up in my dash. The car continues to drive but it's pretty worrisome as I drive 70mph around alot of traffic. I have been able to pull over every time but it's still beyond unacceptable. I've had my Veloster a little under a year and I don't know if the other recall involving the motor being replaced was taken care of. It was a recall associated with my VIN. I have a video of it happening but for some reason I try to upload it on the app and it won't allow me to. It is the proper format.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #17

Sep 222022

Veloster

  • miles
The safety recall on my vehicle has been open for nearly 7 months with a risk of fire. There is still no status as to when my vehicle can be serviced to prevent this risk of fire. I find this lack of urgency completely unacceptable considering the risk.

- Grapevine, TX, USA

problem #16

Feb 192024

Veloster

  • 126,986 miles
Vehicle blows fuses when plugging multiple items also burns up items such as car heater (plug in one) and other devices.

- Albany , OH, USA

problem #15

Jan 192024

Veloster

  • 104,631 miles
HVAC system wiring is melted, only works intermittently between knob #3-4. check engine light comes off and on for Wheel Speed Sensor (all 4) Invalid/No Signal. Fuses consistently blow. Multiple complains have been made by other 2015 Hyundai Veloster Turbo owners. In addition to these issues being a HUGE fire risk, there was a new fire risk safety recall issued in sept 2023 with no resolution. Hyundais only current resolution for this is to -??park away from structures in the meantime-??, and will send a letter out once resolved. The HVAC system has been replaced once prior.

- Carmel, IN, USA

problem #14

Jan 222024

Veloster

  • miles
HVAC system has failed twice, upon inspecting, connections are melted. This is a fire RISK. Fuses constantly blow. Check engine light constantly comes on and after having auto zone diagnose, issues include Power Train System (P2261), anti-lock brake system - Wheel Speed Sensor (all 4) show invalid/No Signal. Constant knocking noise under the engine which related to the Rod bearing recall. This car is a FIRE and SAFETY HAZARD waiting to happen. My outlets barely produce power, my lights flicker constantly, my battery has been replaced multiple times, as well as the HVAC once.

- Carmel, IN, USA

problem #13

Sep 272023

Veloster

  • miles
My cars lights (headlights, gage cluster lights, dash lights, radio screen light, etc..) and screen for my radio and back up camera, all turn off by themselves, for maybe 1 second or 2, while driving. This happens randomly, no warning, no special conditions, just out of nowhere, and for no reasons. Since I bought the car in September of 2020 (used, as is) it has done it now 7 or 8 times, with tonight being the most recent occurrence. I don't know how to have it checked or verified by a technician because there's no forewarning before it happens. It's completely random and unexpected. It's very scary, especially with my children in the car.

- Morganton, NC, USA

problem #12

Nov 012021

Veloster

  • miles
Since purchasing my car in 2015, I've had to have the A/C knob replaced 3 times for it melting on the inside and disconnecting, being unable to control the fan. That seems extremely hazardous and ridiculous that nothing has been said about it before. I've searched many forums and it has been a common from problem for many people with this same car. Just so happened that someone who mentioned theirs was smoking inside of the car suggested we can actually report the issue, so I am submitting mine in hopes it's be noticed.

- Bartlett, TN, USA

problem #11

Feb 152021

Veloster

  • miles
Power loss engine stalling flashing check engine light won-??t accelerate

- Merrilliville , IN, USA

problem #10

Dec 262021

Veloster

  • miles
My 2015 Hyundai Veloster Turbo had no open recalls. On 12/26/21, while stopped at a light, the car stalled, then started smoking, and caught fire almost instantly. There are known fire issues for similar models for which there are open recalls, but my car was not a part of these recalls.

- Norton, MA, USA

problem #9

Nov 102017

Veloster

  • miles
Back in 2015 my dad bought me a brand new Veloster Turbo. Within the first 100 days of ownership my car had multiple electrical power outages. I would be driving at a speed of 55mph (Speed Limit) and all of a sudden the car would stop working. The gas didn-??t work and all the electrical parts went out. This event happened multiple times but off and on. When I took it to the dealership they didn-??t experience the issue so they couldn-??t resolve it. I had a case against Hyundai but they didn-??t care. From the Whistleblower that just came out against Hyundais safety protocols I have a firm belief Hyundai knew that there engines were faulty and my life was almost taken. Another incident was on the freeway driving the speed limit and all of a sudden everything stops working and turns off. Almost got killed that day due to cars almost hitting my car on the side of the road. I have had so many issues with my car and its been at a dealership for 3 weeks now. Another electrical issue has happened after they installed a new engine. It happened off an on and wouldn-??t start randomly. The battery was great and everything checked out. The dealership is now looking at my car because they experienced the issue themselves. I am looking for a settlement due to safety protocols being ignored.I have proof from Laguna Niguel Hyundai and the problem should be documented by them. However the dealership seems sketchy and very bad customer service. I have been worried about this ever since the first problem. Its been a roller coaster and has almost cost me my life.

- Ladera Ranch, CA, USA

problem #8

Apr 262019

Veloster

  • 57,244 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that sometimes the driver-side window would not engage when the button was depressed to roll the window up or down. The contact stated that she had to shake the window for the window to engage when the button was depressed. The contact also stated that due to the window ceasing, the contact was not allowed to open the driver-side door from the inside. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with the interior trim, the window regulator, and the trunk latch needing to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure occurred. The contact took the vehicle to another dealer where it was diagnosed with nothing needing to be replaced. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 57,244.

- Gilroy, CA, USA

problem #7

Mar 152020

Veloster

  • 45,000 miles
While gently washing the car the shark style antenna breaks off. This is the case for hundreds of owners. This is a defective part. Dealer charge for repair is $400 to $500 dollars. Parked in driveway.

- Fresno, CA, USA

problem #6

Apr 212015

Veloster

  • 600 miles
I have reported an issue to ronnie freeze, service manager at O. B., Ms. Hyundai in April 2015. Less than 3 months after purchase. I had engine and starting failure for 15-25 minutes after a check sensor code popped up. I gave this code to service, and all they could say was, 'well, I never heard of that'. let me know if it happens again. And it did, and I reported it, and... nothing. Same old thing, don't know what that could be. Well after the third time, I began to feel the car running still even when the key was removed. Sounds crazy but I had multiple family members who witnessed this issue. Scary that I reported this also, but nobody knew anything to do. Mr. Freeze at olive branch Hyundai acted like I was crazy. I know when there is an issue and I say that I have had one since I signed papers on 01/23/2015. I am extremely lucky that a fire hasn't started with my vehicle apparently not completely shutting down. I feel that someone has known about the current situation with the engine and I also feel that I purchased a lemon this time with Hyundai. I love my car and truly hate the feeling of not knowing if I will be safe the next time I get in my vehicle to drive anywhere. I feel that a satisfactory response is needed immediately from Hyundai as to what I should expect from them. I need answers right away. It has been too long or Hyundai to decide what the solution will be. I need a response from the company now! I no longer put 100% trust in Hyundai. What could the recall cover" a replacement engine, and replacement rod bearings, and everything else that could be damaged" I feel like Hyundai has failed major by not doing anything to remedy the defect in a reasonable amount of time!! I don't have a safe car to drive anywhere now. I want answers.

- Byhalia, MS, USA

problem #5

Oct 012017

Veloster

  • 49,000 miles
Approximately 1 year after purchasing my vehicle (roughly 2017) while driving on the highway my fan control knob started spinning freely, it still worked but concerned I called my dealership who all but dismissed the complaint. A few months later the knob started working intermittently and would on occasion cut off the fan if I were to hit a bump. By the end of 2019 the knob had completely stopped working. I had held off on getting it repaired as it is an expensive fix and after doing quite a lot of research I discovered it is an extremely common issue with my make and model car. It poses a serious hazard as where I live it is extremely humid and cold during the winter months and no amount of wiping and cleaning the windshield gets rid of all of the fog meaning it poses a real threat by limiting visibility.

- Norfolk, VA, USA

problem #4

Sep 022020

Veloster

  • 87,596 miles
The A/C knob, when air conditioning is turned on, lights up. This light burns up the inside of the knob and causes the connections to burn out which makes it impossible to change the air speed settings. Currently mine must sit at 3 or it doesnt work at all. I also have an issue with the head unit which blacked out and stopped working out of nowhere.

- Aurora, CO, USA

problem #3

Jul 012019

Veloster

  • 75,000 miles
A/C fan speed control stopped working, only owned the car for 3 yrs. 75000 miles. Pulled HVAC unit from the dash to find melted connectors on the wiring harness and the back of the fan speed controller. A search online has turned up a plethora of others with the same issue in 2012-2015 Velosters. There's simply too much amperage running through the connection for the high speed fan setting with improper materials used in the construction of the parts to handle it. Simply put; this is a straight up fire hazard. The fact that there E been so many complaints, yet no action on Hyundai's part is negligent.

- Valdese, NC, USA

problem #2

Feb 252019

Veloster

  • 55,000 miles
A/C, heater, defrost, and hazard indicators are functionally intermittent.

- Oceanside, CA, USA

problem #1

Jan 022018

Veloster

  • miles
All the sensors are continual registering problem. Electrical system will stop working daily. Cannot have hood shut when key out of the ignition. If so alarm will go off. Suspension is off. It seems like the car is pulling a camper all the time. The problem has been continually getting worse the past 6 months.

- Arvada, CO, USA