2017 Hyundai Veloster problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (20) · Power Train (5) · Structure:body (4)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
25 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (113)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Back Over Prevention: Warnings 2026-10-15 · 26-GI-004H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some hyundai vehicles may be equipped with a parking distance warning (pdw) sensor(s) that may trigger various dtcs and display warning messages on the instrument cluster, resulting in the pdw sensor(s) failing to detect nearby objects or triggering multiple false alarms. this condition may be a res
Engine 2026-10-08 · 26-EM-016H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure for vehicles diagnosed with this condition. all internal combustion engines consume some engine oil during normal operatio
Engine 2026-10-07 · 26-EM-015H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles exhibiting this condition. all internal combustion engines consume engine oil as part of normal engine operatio
Electrical System 2026-05-23 · Z01 Letter · Warranty Program/Extension
certain 2012 – 2017 model year accent, 2012 – 2017 model year azera, 2013 – 2018 model year santa fe sport, 2013 – 2019 model year santa fe, and 2012 – 2017 model year veloster vehicles may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) may be set. at hyundai, we ar
Electrical System 2026-04-25 · 26-BE-011H DN · Warranty Program/Extension
some vehicles listed below may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and dtc(s) b1763 (ocs ecu defect), and/or b1764 (ocs mat defect) may be stored. hyundai is extending the warranty coverage of the sensor for the occupant classification system (ocs) / occupant detection system (ods) to 18 ye
Electrical System 2026-04-25 · 26-BE-011H TSB · Warranty Program/Extension
some vehicles listed below may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and dtc(s) b1763 (ocs ecu defect), and/or b1764 (ocs mat defect) may be stored. hyundai is extending the warranty coverage of the sensor for the occupant classification system (ocs) / occupant detection system (ods) to 18 ye
Showing the 6 most recent of 113 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-10 · Unknown Or Other“the sunroof (glass) exploded while i was driving on the highway. it sounded like my car had been shot by a shotgun blast! i was driving on the highway, was completely startled and was lucky to not swerve into any other vehicles or ditch. i managed to drive to the shoulder because i was on a flat highway. i was driving home through the deser…”
2026-05-28 · Unknown Or Other“the clutch actuator failed, so i sold to a junker that i didn't know had such a shady background. the ownership per the tax collector's office has been transferred to them- sky recycling. they have an active dot number. i am still being charged for the balance of my loan and accruing late payment and believe they did something potentially illegal t…”
2026-03-26 · Engine · 161,000 mi“the contact owns a 2017 hyundai veloster. the contact stated that while her sister was driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled. the driver pulled over to the side of the road. the vehicle was able to be restarted, but made an abnormal knocking sound. the check engine warning light was flashing. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the …”
2026-02-06 · Engine“the engine failed due to suspected rod bearing failure related to hyundai’s known rod bearing recall issue. the vehicle exhibited a flashing check engine light with diagnostic trouble code p1326, knocking noises, metal debris found in the oil control solenoid, and subsequent secondary damage to the catalytic converter. the engine has not been open…”
2025-07-29 · Engine“i bought the vehicle 14 days ago and everything was going well until black smoke started to come out of the exhaust and it started to smell burnt. i brought a mechanic to my house and he told me that the engine had already died…”
2025-07-09 · Power Train“the 2017 hyundai veloster- value edition is a lemon straight from the manufacturer. i purchased mine in july of 2024 with 27,000 miles. when i test drove it i questioned the clicking noises that could be heard while switching gears along with minor "shuddering" at acceleration. i was informed by gentleman at dealer that it was a normal characteris…”
2025-06-25 · Unknown Or Other“ here is what happened i left my house about 8 am and i head towards the 101 south from union hills drive and 83rd ave i'm on the 101 south and yhe time i am passing the thunderbird exit i hear a loud explosion and i duck a little bit and i see a bunch of black debris in the air it happened so fast and then a bunch of glass from my sunroof starts h…”
2025-04-25 · Engine · 100,000 mi“the contact owns a 2017 hyundai veloster. the contact stated that on three separate occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle went into limp mode with the check engine warning light flashing on the instrument panel. the vehicle had been towed and driven to the dealer and an independent mechanic to be repaired. the contact was infor…”
2025-03-24 · Unknown Or Other“paint peeling issue on hood. filed for hyundai to repair last 12/24, hyundai denied claim 12/20/2024, without detailed reasons. secondary extended warranty is suppose to be for 10 years regardless of mileage.p hyundai case# [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)…”
2024-04-23 · Unknown Or Other“i was driving on the highway; the speed limit is 70mph. i had the sunroof of my 2017 hyundai veloster open to the first stage. the glass in the sunroof literally exploded, (it sounded like a gun going off) blasting shattered glass down on me and all of the interior of the car, (scared the [xxx] out of me!) luckily, i wasn't hurt and managed to pul…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.