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2017 Hyundai VelosterProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 70 owners and 0 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
70
Crashes
9
Fires
0
Recalls
0
TSBs
112
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Preliminary Verdict

Proceed with Caution

Based on 70 complaints, 9 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

no acceleration

5 complaints • Severity 9.2/10

$X,XXX
2

loss of power while accelerating

2 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
3

sunroof exploded while driving

2 complaints • Severity 9/10

$X,XXX
4

knock sensor code metal on metal sounds

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
5

steering wheel locks when braking

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

26 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 35K miles.

!Inspect the DrivetrainMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

16
0–30K
8
30–60K
4
60–90K
2
90–120K
1
120–150K
2
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (16 reports) • Median: 35K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (26 reports).

Includes fuel costs, common repairs, and recall riskUnlock

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Engine26 (37%)
Other11 (16%)
Drivetrain7 (10%)
Airbags6 (9%)
Structure:body6 (9%)
Electrical2 (3%)
Fuel System2 (3%)
Steering2 (3%)

2017 Hyundai Veloster: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 37% of all reports filed for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster, with 26 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 35,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 35K-mile mark.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 10% of all reports filed for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster, with 7 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster, with 6 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Structure:body Issues

Structure:body complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster, with 6 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to structure:body-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

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18
4
19
12
20
7
21
11
22
9
23
5
24
8
25
4
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster. Recent trend: decreasing.

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2017 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.

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.

2017 Hyundai Veloster vs. Class Average (Compact Cars)

This vehicle

70

Class avg

69

Complaint volume is roughly in line with other compact cars vehicles from 2017.

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. 70 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 0 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 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2017 Hyundai Veloster: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Hyundai Veloster?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2017 Hyundai Veloster is related to the engine, with 26 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2017 Hyundai Veloster reliable?
The 2017 Hyundai Veloster has 70 complaints, 9 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2017 Hyundai Veloster?
NHTSA rates the 2017 Hyundai Veloster 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2017 Hyundai Veloster problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2017 Hyundai Veloster have any recalls?
No recalls have been issued for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster according to NHTSA records.
What mileage do Hyundai Veloster problems start?
Based on 33 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 35,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2017 Hyundai Veloster data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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