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#BS-2014-HYUVEL-6E942014 Hyundai VelosterProblems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 116 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
Proceed with Caution
Based on 116 complaints, 0 crashes, 8 fires, and 2 recalls.
Top reported problems
loss of power while driving
3 complaints • Severity 8/10
engine seized
2 complaints • Severity 10/10
paint is chipping above windshield
1 complaints • Severity 6/10
paint peeling bubbling
1 complaints • Severity 6/10
vibration over 80km
1 complaints • Severity 10/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
34 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 71K miles.
Failure Timeline by Mileage
Peak failure range: 60–90K miles (15 reports) • Median: 71K miles
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Most Likely
Worst Case
Top cost driver: Engine (34 reports).
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Where the complaints fall
2014 Hyundai Veloster: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 29% of all reports filed for the 2014 Hyundai Veloster, with 34 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 70,900 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 71K-mile mark.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 18% of all reports filed for the 2014 Hyundai Veloster, with 21 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Steering Issues
Steering complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2014 Hyundai Veloster, with 14 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to steering-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Brakes Issues
Brakes complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2014 Hyundai Veloster, with 8 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2014 Hyundai Veloster. Recent trend: decreasing.
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Recall History (2 recalls)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles. High conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor (RPAS), which can result in an electrical short circuit.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
2014 Hyundai Veloster NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
Frontal crash
★★★★★4 of 5 stars
Side crash
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
Rollover
★★★★★4 of 5 stars
From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.
NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)
1 investigation still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
The worst model year for the Hyundai Veloster is the 2013 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.
2014 Hyundai Veloster vs. Class Average (Compact Cars)
This vehicle
116
Class avg
138
Complaint volume is roughly in line with other compact cars vehicles from 2014.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 116 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.
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