CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Hyundai Veloster has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (10 reports).
1Recalls
25Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2020 Hyundai Veloster recalls
Engine May Stall or Cause a Fire
Certain engines may have piston oil rings that were not properly heat-treated.
Most common 2020 Hyundai Veloster problems
Problem areas named in the 25 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
Vehicle was checked for Hyundai recall 203 in 2022. Engine suffered a catastrophic failure in March of 2024 at around 94,000 miles due to the improperly heat treated piston rings referenced in Hyundai recall 203. Dealership only replaced the short block after suffering an attempted thrown rod, resulting in debris left in the engine. A teardown of the engine was required this year to unstick the OCV 2 Valve which should have been replaced with a Long Block replacement after the catastrophic rod failure. No check engine light or oil pressure light appeared before the original catastrophic failure. Technician report confirmed there was no oil sludge sticking the valve. About 2 weeks ago I had r
The engine/engine management system malfunctioned. The vehicle began repeatedly stalling and shutting off while I was driving and while stopped in traffic. The vehicle is now no longer able to start and run and will need to be towed to a Hyundai dealer. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. My safety and the safety of others were put at risk because the engine shut off unexpectedly in active traffic. When the engine stalled, I lost the ability to continue accelerating and had to put the vehicle in Park and restart it. This occurred more than once and could have caused a collision, especially in intersections or congested traffic. An independent diagnostic scan was performed
My spark plugs misfired
Gas was shooting out of my gas tank cap, strong gasoline smells in and out side the vehicle, popping noise coming from the back from the gas tank expanding so much it pushed up the rear seat. This puts me and others at risk of fire, explosion and toxic exposure. This problem has been reproduced. The vehicle has been inspected by the dealer. A check engine light came on for a evap sensor but the next day it was gone.
Glass roof spontaneously shattered. Car was sitting in direct California sun. Nothing touched the roof but heat, the entire panel shattered and the car is undriveable.Thankfully my car was unoccupied at the time. I have heard there had been class action lawsuits in the past regarding this vehicle make and model involving years up to 2018 but models including 2020 like mine have also had complaints reported. Just adding this to the list of complaints filed.
2020 Hyundai Veloster questions
Does the 2020 Hyundai Veloster have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster: Engine May Stall or Cause a Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Veloster?
Based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (10), Unknown Or Other (6), Power Train (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Hyundai Veloster has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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