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2019 Hyundai Veloster Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Hyundai Veloster, most often about the engine (50% of complaints, typically around 44,000 miles). It is 7th of 9 Veloster model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2019 Hyundai Veloster problems
Engine
21 complaints · 50%Half of these problems showed up before 44,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine.
The contact's daughter owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and the engine seized. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that a faulty oil filter caused the engine to fail. The…
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine would overheat and the vehicle would stall. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The engine was replaced and failures were remedied. Later while…
Body and structure
8 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 6,000 miles. Parts named most often: body.
The vehicles driver's side door handle does not work on the outside in cold weather, the car has to be entered from the passenger side door and opened from the inside. Car is parked and unlocked but outer door handle, on the drivers door, refuses to operate correctly.
Drivers side door will not open from the outside in cold (freezing or below) temperatures. It seems to still be locked, despite unlocking the car and being able to open all other doors on the car. Must be opened from the inside through the passenger door.
Other or unspecified
7 complaints · 17%When entering an intersection, my collision avoidance system engaged and abruptly stopped the car in the middle of the intersection. There were several cars that had been in front of me turning to the right but were well ahead of me. The only other car was on the opposite side of the intersection sitting at a stop…
The vehicles driver's side door handle does not work on the outside in cold weather, the car has to be entered from the passenger side door and opened from the inside. Car is parked and unlocked but outer door handle, on the drivers door, refuses to operate correctly.
Electrical
6 complaints · 14%Vehicles HVAC blower motor makes a high pitched squeal/whine when being used on lower fan settings. The bearings in the motor seem to not be properly oiled and creates a sometimes loud sound when being used do to the scraping in the motor head. This is worsened when on rough terrain, the squealing/whining will become…
Steering
3 complaints · 7%Speed control
3 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: accelerator pedal.
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled, and the rpms failed to exceed 200 RPM. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The oil…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2019 Hyundai Veloster recalls
Engine
Risk: A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, hyundai will deploy piston ring noise sensing system (pnss) software. Owner notification letters were mailed august 24, 2021. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Full defect summary
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.
Doors and locks: latch
Risk: The door opening could result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side door latch assembly and lower channel, free of charge. The recall began june 17, 2019. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 183.
Full defect summary
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.
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.
Questions about the 2019 Hyundai Veloster
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Veloster?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (21 complaints, typically around 44,000 miles); body and structure (8 complaints, typically around 6,000 miles); other or unspecified (7 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2019 Hyundai Veloster have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from April 28, 2021 (engine). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2019 a bad year for the Hyundai Veloster?
- It is 7th of 9 Veloster model years by number of complaints, with 42 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.