2021 Hyundai Veloster
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 16 of 29 complaints (55%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 26 in 2020 to 29 in 2021.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | vs. 2021 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 | 45 | 26 | 29 | 36 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | |
| 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 2021 Hyundai Veloster have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Hyundai Veloster?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 16 of 29 NHTSA complaints (55%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Hyundai Veloster get?
EPA rates it 22–30 MPG combined across 6 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 Hyundai Veloster?
EPA estimates $2,100–$3,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| 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) | 299 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,250 | 317 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 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 | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 20 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | $3,500 (high) | 400 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 6 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 22 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,100 | 363 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 1 | 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)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE · Campaign 24V528000 · Jul 12, 2024
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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 22V746000 · Oct 7, 2022
Defect: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
ENGINE · Campaign 21V301000 · Apr 29, 2021
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.