Recalls ·2016 Hyundai Veloster

2016 Hyundai Veloster recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Hyundai Veloster; the most frequently affected component is engine. Owners filed 222 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 9 model years of this model in the database, 2016 ranks #6 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints222
Crashes reported2in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

EngineCampaign 20V746000 · 01 Dec 2020

Problem: 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.

Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine27 · 68%
Power train6 · 15%
Fuel/propulsion system4 · 10%
Unknown or other4 · 10%
Engine and engine cooling2 · 5%
Fuel system2 · 5%
Gasoline2 · 5%
Electrical system2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

20245
202520
202615

From owner complaints

On March 2024, I had my veloster towed to a certified Hyundai service dealer because it suddenly began losing power, the oil light came on, the engine light flickered, and it began making a whining noise, and then the engine died and wouldn’t crank again. It took them weeks to diagnose it, and they told me the turbo…

Engine · Oct 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

While driving my 2016 Hyundai Veloster (VIN: [XXX] ) on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost acceleration. I went from 60 mph down to 20 mph with no throttle response, and the car only continued moving briefly from momentum. I was forced to stop in unsafe highway conditions and had the vehicle towed home. Prior to…

Power train · Sep 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Veloster. While the contact’s wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly lost power, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle then stalled at a stoplight. The vehicle was restarted and immediately driven to the local…

Engine and engine cooling · Sep 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

Oil continuously drains beyond normal usage. Fuel consumption has also been consumed beyond normalcy. Taken major advantage of lack of knowledge on car maintenance by Hyundai dealership. No repair orders are issued as of late for any major changes to the vehicle. Last repair order(s) was completed 10/24/2023.

Engine · Nov 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20126
20133
20142
20152
20161
20170
20192
20201
20211

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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