The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 174 of 427 complaints (41%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Visibility & Lighting include more reported injuries (4) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 296 in 2012 to 427 in 2013.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 427
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,000–$2,300
- Combined MPG
- 27–31
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | vs. 2013 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,000–2,100 | 2,000–2,300 | 2,100–2,400 | 2,100–2,400 | |
| Combined MPG | 30–31 | 27–31 | 26–30 | 26–30 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 27 / 35–37 | 24–28 / 31–37 | 24–27 / 31–35 | 24–27 / 31–35 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 287–296 | 288–318 | 288–333 | 292–333 | |
| Complaints filed | 296 | 427 | 85 | 137 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 15 | 6 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 8 | 34 | 5 | 7 | |
| Injuries reported | 29 | 10 | 0 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Veloster have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Hyundai Veloster?
Engine: 174 of 427 NHTSA complaints (41%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Hyundai Veloster get?
EPA rates it 27–31 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Hyundai Veloster?
EPA estimates $2,000–$2,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 37 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | $2,000 (low) | 288 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 27 mpg | 37 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | $2,000 (low) | 294 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 24 mpg (low) | 31 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | $2,300 (high) | 317 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 24 mpg (low) | 35 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,200 | 318 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 174 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 35 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 23 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 99 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 32 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 59 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 21 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 43 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Other | 56 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Defect
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles. High conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor (RPAS), which can result in an electrical short circuit.
- Consequence
- An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 242.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE
- Defect
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013 Veloster vehicles that are equipped with 1.6 liter turbo engines. The engine management software may cause premature ignition (pre-ignition) of the air/fuel mixture in the engine. The resulting excessive cylinder pressure may damage the engine.
- Consequence
- Engine damage can increase the risk of a fire or cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 182.