2019 Hyundai Veloster Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster.

20172020
Complaints
62
per 10K Sold
48.3
US Sales
12,849
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2019 Hyundai Veloster Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#118 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:59,873 mi
#28 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:8,156 mi
#36 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:30,000 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster.

Engine Problems
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
59,873
Body Structure
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
8,156
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
30,000
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Electronic Lock/Latch Actuator
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Hyundai Veloster

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~170,931 vehicles.

21V301000Engine
~158,493 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.

19V311000Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
~12,438 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Veloster vehicles. In certain side impact crashes, the driver's door latch housing and locking cable can become damaged, allowing the driver's side door to open.

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2019 Hyundai Veloster — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Hyundai Veloster reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2019 Hyundai Veloster has 62 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 18 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Veloster?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (18 complaints, avg 59,873 mi); Body Structure (8 complaints, avg 8,156 mi); Electrical Faults (6 complaints, avg 30,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Hyundai Veloster?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 41,343 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Hyundai Veloster?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Veloster include 4 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Hyundai Veloster have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 170,931 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Hyundai Veloster?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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