2020 Hyundai Veloster Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster.

20192021
Complaints
29
per 10K Sold
42.7
US Sales
6,785
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2020 Hyundai Veloster Problems

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

#18 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:40,333 mi
#22 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

#32 complaints

Steering Defects

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster.

Engine Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
40,333
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2020 Hyundai Veloster

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~158,493 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.

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2020 Hyundai Veloster — FAQ

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

Is the 2020 Hyundai Veloster reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2020 Hyundai Veloster has 29 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 8 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Veloster?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (8 complaints, avg 40,333 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (2 complaints); Steering Defects (2 complaints). 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 2020 Hyundai Veloster?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 40,333 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2020 Hyundai Veloster have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 158,493 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 2020 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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