Hyundai Veloster N Problems by Year

We compared every Hyundai Veloster N model year from 2021–2022 using 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 2 recalls and federal defect investigations. No Veloster N year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

2model years
55complaints
2recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

202120221837
Owner complaints per model year, Hyundai Veloster N. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
202237—2Collision AvoidanceLimited data
202118—2Collision AvoidanceLimited data

* Complaints compared with the median Veloster N year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Hyundai Veloster N problems

  • Driver assistanceworst: 2022
    3869%
  • Steeringworst: 2022
    2444%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2021
    611%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2022
    611%
  • Engine & coolingworst: 2022
    47%
  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2022
    35%
  • Wheels & tiresworst: 2021
    12%
  • Other / not specified
    12%
  • Seat beltsworst: 2021
    12%

Latest Hyundai Veloster N recalls

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump › Control/drive module

NHTSA recall 24V-528 · Jul 11, 2024 · 54,647 vehicles

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge.

Power train › Automatic transmission

NHTSA recall 22V-746 · Oct 6, 2022 · 56,148 vehicles

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge.

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Hyundai Veloster N should you avoid?

None of the Hyundai Veloster N years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Hyundai Veloster N problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the driver assistance (38), steering (24) and electrical system (6). Collision Avoidance complaints peak in the 2022 model year.

How many recalls has the Hyundai Veloster N had?

2 recalls across 2021–2022. The model year with the most is 2021.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.