2015 Hyundai Veloster
Common Problems
Ranked from 71 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
9 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Rod Bearing Failure Causing Engine Knocking and Oil Consumption
22complaintsHigh severityEngineRod bearings are failing, causing engine knocking, excessive oil consumption, and potential engine failure.
$400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V746000
- 2
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
18complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine frequently stalls at idle, especially during stop-start operation.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V746000
- 3
Engine Stall During Driving
15complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine stalls during driving, often accompanied by a knocking sound and loss of power.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V746000
- 4
Engine Overheating and Catalytic Converter Damage
13complaintsHigh severityEngineEngine overheats and catalytic converters are damaged, leading to potential fire hazards and engine failure.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V746000
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Electrical System Failures Including Climate Control and Fuse Issues
12complaintsMedium severityElectricalClimate control systems and electrical components, including fuses, are frequently failing and causing intermittent issues.
$150–$1,100est. hvac diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Unreliable and Intermittent ABS System
11complaintsHigh severityOtherABS system malfunctions intermittently, causing the vehicle to slow down unexpectedly and posing a safety risk.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Brake System Malfunctions Leading to Unpredictable Deceleration
9complaintsHigh severityOtherThe brake system malfunctions unpredictably, leading to sudden deceleration and loss of control.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Tire sidewall bubbles and separation
4complaintsMedium severityOtherThe KUMHO KH25 tires develop sidewall bubbles and separation issues, posing a risk of sudden tire failure.
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Transmission failure and shifting issues
4complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe automatic transmission fails to shift properly, resulting in hesitation and difficulty in changing gears.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.