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2015 Hyundai Veloster Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 137 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Hyundai Veloster, most often about the engine (58% of complaints, typically around 86,000 miles). It is 4th of 9 Veloster model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
⚠ Safety advisory1 recall for this car came with a park-outside warning. See below and check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Most common 2015 Hyundai Veloster problems
Engine
79 complaints · 58%Half of these problems showed up before 86,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was flashing. Additionally, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the catalytic…
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the check engine light was illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The interior cabin of the vehicle was vibrating when the contact pulled over. Knocking sounds were heard then the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to…
Electrical
26 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 57,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that sometimes the driver-side window would not engage when the button was depressed to roll the window up or down. The contact stated that she had to shake the window for the window to engage when the button was depressed. The contact also stated that due…
Approximately 1 year after purchasing my vehicle (roughly 2017) while driving on the highway my fan control knob started spinning freely, it still worked but concerned I called my dealership who all but dismissed the complaint. A few months later the knob started working intermittently and would on occasion cut off…
Other or unspecified
21 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 47,000 miles.
Approximately 1 year after purchasing my vehicle (roughly 2017) while driving on the highway my fan control knob started spinning freely, it still worked but concerned I called my dealership who all but dismissed the complaint. A few months later the knob started working intermittently and would on occasion cut off…
While gently washing the car the shark style antenna breaks off. This is the case for hundreds of owners. This is a defective part. Dealer charge for repair is $400.00 to $500.00 dollars. Parked in driveway.
Transmission
18 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 56,000 miles.
Dual clutch transmission failing. Intermittently boot ot engaging into r or d gear and slips out of gear while driving on street or highway. I've done research and it appears this is a very common concern from a high number of Hyundai Veloster owners. I concider it dangerous as how it happened to me while driving…
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and shifting into gear, the vehicle failed to respond and became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the rear axle was replaced, the transmission fluid was flushed and…
Brakes
11 complaints · 8%Over the past 2 months squealing noises have become ver noticeable on the brakes. Supposedly it is moisture, but it should not happened when it is 98 degrees fahrenheit. I went to a local well known mechanic shop and replaced the brakes thinking it was the brake pads but it wasn't. The noise once again showed up.…
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving at slower speeds and depressing the brake pedal, it seemed the ABS engaged, and the vehicle slowed down significantly. Additionally, the brakes were dragging. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal again, the vehicle operated…
Visibility and wipers
7 complaints · 5%Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly, defroster/defogger/hvac system.
The contact owns 2015 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the sunroof shattered. As a result, the passenger sustained minor injuries that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but the cause of the failure was undetermined. The vehicle was repaired. The…
After shopping for about 15 minutes, I was in my parked vehicle with my sibling in the target parking lot where the car was on but not running . I opened the automatic felt cover to where the sunroof does not open as well only the felt cover will open. I completely started my car so that it's now running and this is…
Speed control
6 complaints · 4%I just noticed that on my right front tire there is a bubble on it's side wall. The car leased new back in july of this year. The tires are the kumho solus kh25. I've also noticed here on this site, I seen a complaint for the same thing. I'm have an appointment on monday to see what are they going to tell me. As for…
While driving on interstate 30 in little rock arkansas going about 70 I put the car in cruise control as were approach a hill the car shot up to 6000 RPM and would not shift, I had to take cruise control off and use manual drive. I thought it was possibly just a fluke accident but this problem continued and eventually…
Fuel system
6 complaints · 4%The catalytic converter went bad right after 60000 or 62000 to be correct. I also had a check engine light come on the next week, so we took took the car back in and was told it needed a new engine. This all making no sense to me at all, they said they found metal pieces in the oil pan.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2015 Hyundai Veloster recalls
Brakes: control unit/module
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 10, 2024 through october 11, 2024. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Full defect summary
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.
Engine
Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new knock sensor detection system (ksds). Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began march 31, 2021. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 198.
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 veloster, 2012 santa fe, 2011-2013 sonata hybrid, and 2016 sonata hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Hyundai and kia ABS module fires
Summary
The office of defects investigation (odi) has received eight hyundai motor america (hyundai) and eight kia america, inc. (kia) part 573 recall reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or hydraulic electronic control units (hecu) manufactured by the equipment supplier mando. The part 573 recall reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by mando. Safety recalls included in this audit query (aq) review include: hyundai recalls 20v-520, 20v-543, 21v-161, 21v-160, 21v-303, 22v-056, 22v-810, and 23v-651. Kia recalls 16v-815, 20v-518, 20v-519, 21v
Engine fires
Summary
On march 29, 2019, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened two preliminary evaluations (pe19-003 on hyundai and pe19-004 on kia) to broadly investigate incidents of non-crash fires (regardless of origin or operational status of the vehicle) on various model year hyundai and kia vehicles.â during the pe investigations, hyundai and kia issued several recalls to address vehicle fires, including those due to engine failures involving various engine types.â the remedies for the engine failure recalls typically involve engine inspection (to detect existing damage), and if necessary, engine replacement.â additionally, both manufacturers have been installing an engine control software modif
Questions about the 2015 Hyundai Veloster
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Veloster?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (79 complaints, typically around 86,000 miles); electrical (26 complaints, typically around 57,000 miles); other or unspecified (21 complaints, typically around 47,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2015 Hyundai Veloster have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 22, 2023 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2015 a bad year for the Hyundai Veloster?
- It is 4th of 9 Veloster model years by number of complaints, with 137 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.