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2015 Hyundai Veloster Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 4.5× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
136Complaints
2Recalls
0Crashes
7Fires
4Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (55.9% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Engine complaints here are 4.5× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine76 · 55.9%RecalledRecall 20V746000
Electrical System25 · 18.4%No official action
Power Train18 · 13.2%No official action
Service Brakes9 · 6.6%RecalledRecall 23V651000
Vehicle Speed Control6 · 4.4%No official action
Fuel/propulsion System6 · 4.4%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE76 · 55.9%
Unspecified / other21 · 15.4%
POWER TRAIN18 · 13.2%
SERVICE BRAKES9 · 6.6%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL6 · 4.4%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6 · 4.4%
STRUCTURE:BODY5 · 3.7%
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY3 · 2.2%
STEERING2 · 1.5%

Percentages are the share of the 136 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 2 campaigns

Engine

NHTSA campaign 20V746000 · 2020 · reported 12/01/2020

A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module

NHTSA campaign 23V651000 · 2023 · reported 09/22/2023

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · Park outside  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“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…”NHTSA complaint 11587568 — filed 05/07/2024 · ENGINE
“I was on the highway and looked at my speedometer and the mph was at 0. The abs and the brake light warnings came on…”NHTSA complaint 11580577 — filed 04/02/2024 · ENGINE
“15 Warranty repairs with less than 60K mileage that were discovered for the vehicle’s history. To date I have replaced: Catalytic Converter (Discovered this is…”NHTSA complaint 11580059 — filed 03/29/2024 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Veloster?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 76 of 136 NHTSA complaints (55.9%), followed by electrical system (25), unspecified/other issues (21), power train (18). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Hyundai Veloster have?

136 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 0 involved a crash, 7 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Hyundai Veloster have any recalls?

Yes — 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 20V746000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 Hyundai Veloster's reported problems?

2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.