2012 Hyundai Veloster Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
Worst 2012 Hyundai Veloster Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Sunroof/Moonroof
Steering Defects
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 61 | 1 | 4 | 84,628 mi | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 47 | 1 | — | 31,796 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 42 | — | 1 | 69,598 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 37 | 1 | 4 | 70,948 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 31 | 2 | 2 | 55,753 mi | |
| Body Structure | 20 | 1 | 1 | 42,836 mi | |
| Brakes | 19 | 2 | — | 44,770 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 15 | 1 | — | 22,842 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 15 | — | — | 44,220 mi | |
| Airbags | 12 | 6 | — | 50,367 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 12 | — | — | 28,072 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 7 | — | — | 89,844 mi | |
| Visibility | 7 | — | — | 18,851 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | 2 | — | 25,400 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 5 | 1 | — | 26,777 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Manual Transmission | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Hyundai Veloster
6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,971,380 vehicles.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles. High conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor (RPAS), which can result in an electrical short circuit.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 4, 2011, through October 31, 2011 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may have been weakened during installation at the factory.
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2011, through April 17, 2012 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may been weakened during installation at the factory.
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 2, 2011, through February 27, 2012 and equipped with manual transmissions. Moisture and road grime may cause the parking brake components to bind.
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2012 Hyundai Veloster — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Hyundai Veloster reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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