The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 10 of 29 complaints (34%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 46 in 2019 to 29 in 2020.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 29
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,100–$3,100
- Combined MPG
- 25–30
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | vs. 2020 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,100–3,100 | 2,100–3,100 | 2,100–3,500 | 3,100–3,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–30 | 25–30 | 22–30 | 22–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–28 / 28–34 | 22–28 / 29–34 | 20–28 / 27–34 | 20–22 / 27–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 296–363 | 296–363 | 296–400 | 363–400 | |
| Complaints filed | 46 | 29 | 29 | 37 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 5 | 6 | 2 |
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 2020 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 2020 Hyundai Veloster?
Engine: 10 of 29 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Hyundai Veloster get?
EPA rates it 25–30 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 Hyundai Veloster?
EPA estimates $2,100–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 27 mpg | 34 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | $2,100 (low) | 300 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,200 | 317 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AM7) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | $2,100 (low) | 296 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 26 mpg | 33 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,150 | 308 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 22 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 363 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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)
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Kona Electric vehicles. A software error in the air bag control unit (ACU) may improperly deactivate the air bag system and seat belt pretensioners.
- Consequence
- Air bags and seat belt pretensioners that do not activate in a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the ACU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 1, 2027. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 311. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 6, 2026.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
- Defect
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.
ENGINE
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.