2021 Hyundai Veloster N problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (6) · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection (6) · Power Train (2)
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Safety recalls (2)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:control/Drive Module 2024-07-11 · campaign 24V528000 · 54,647 vehicles
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.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 2022-10-06 · campaign 22V746000 · 56,148 vehicles
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.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (25)
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.
Electrical System 2026-10-27 · 26-GI-003H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update. the changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. refer to the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update key improv
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
Power Train 2026-06-05 · 26-AT-004H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to a transmission control unit (tcu) software update for some vehicles equipped with an 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission (8wdct). the software update revises the touch point learning variation, improving drivability and judder symptoms. certain 8wdcts (
Air Bags 2026-04-10 · DTN DL · Other
the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by jilin province detiannuo automobile safety system co., ltd. (dtn). these inflators were not supplied, approved, or authorized by the vehi
Air Bags 2026-04-10 · DTN DCS · Other
the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by jilin province detiannuo automobile safety system co., ltd. (dtn), that have been identified in u.s. vehicles following prior
Showing the 6 most recent of 25 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-04 · Steering“the power steering motor fails at random and without warning, creating an imminent wreck hazard. at any time, the wheel will lose all power steering and simultaneously illuminate a red steering wheel warning on your dashboard. it takes significant force to turn the wheel once this happens. secondly, when turning, a normal cars steering wheel will n…”
2026-08-01 · Steering“the power steering system fails at random sometimes on the highway and off. this is very dangerous as it is very difficult to maneuver the car when i do not have the power steering working especially at highway speeds. this issue has not been reproduced as of yet or inspected. when i am driving first a lane departure or lane assist warning flashes …”
2026-06-18 · Steering“complete power steering loss while on the highway. when resetting the car, the issue is resolved only to have power steering fail moments later…”
2026-05-20 · Steering“i was driving when my power steering suddenly failed while the vehicle was in motion. i pulled into a plaza, turned off the vehicle, and after restarting it the power steering appeared to function normally again. the component that malfunctioned appears to be the power steering system, and this component along with the vehicle itself is available f…”
2025-11-25 · Steering“the electric power steering ceases to work, making it near impossible to steer or control the vehicle also, the power steering light and various other lights light up on the dash this is the intermittent reoccurring problem. the only way to remedy it at the time is to stop somewhere. shut the vehicle off for a few minutes and then restart it. i'll …”
2025-07-05 · Steering“lane keep assist was off, got an error message "check lane departure warning system" and seemed to lose power steering. i was on the interstate switching lanes. any loss of power steering is a safety risk.…”
2024-10-15 · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection“after getting new tires the blind spot warning gives off false warnings. i have even had the sensor replaced and the issue still occurs. many people have reported this issue when they change to winter tires. the issue will the go away when they return back to the factory tires. this is a safety issue due to having to turn off the bsw in order to no…”
2024-01-18 · Seat Belts · 💥 crash“reporter question/topic: nowhabersham.com clarkesville, georgia (joy purcell) is writing about a recent crash in which a man died when he was ejected from his vehicle. the reporter is asking if there has there been a recall issued for 2021 hyundai velosters regarding seatbelt problems and if nhtsa has any alerts or warnings regarding the 2021 velos…”
2023-06-14 · Unknown Or Other · 24,000 mi · 🔥 fire“the contact owns a 2021 hyundai veloster n. the contact stated that the vehicle was parked unattended. approximately thirteen hours later, he was notified by the fire department that the vehicle had caught fire. a police report was filed. there were no reported injuries. it was unknown if the air bags were deployed. the vehicle was still parked …”
2023-03-22 · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection“when using tires other than the oem tires the blind spot warning system malfunctions by giving false negatives and positives. this only happens when using tires other than the oem tires. sometimes it will not detect when a vehicle is in my blindspot. other times it will detect a vehicle when there isn't one and sound an alarm when changing lanes…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.