Worst 2013 Hyundai Veloster Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Steering Defects
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 169 | — | 22 | 84,272 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 93 | — | 8 | 67,482 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 57 | 1 | — | 54,213 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 34 | 2 | — | 58,946 mi | |
| Fuel System | 21 | 1 | 1 | 73,734 mi | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 20 | — | — | 49,126 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 16 | — | 1 | 59,962 mi | |
| Body Structure | 16 | — | — | 52,816 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 14 | 1 | 1 | 63,450 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 12 | — | — | 72,507 mi | |
| Airbags | 11 | 1 | — | 102,522 mi | |
| Brakes | 11 | 1 | — | 50,686 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | 1 | — | 34,787 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 7 | — | — | 36,168 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Software | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Switches/Knobs/Buttons | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2013 Hyundai Veloster
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,691,680 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 2013 Veloster vehicles that are equipped with 1.6 liter turbo engines. The engine management software may cause premature ignition (pre-ignition) of the air/fuel mixture in the engine. The resulting excessive cylinder pressure may damage the engine.
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2013 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.
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