1st Gen (2012 – 2017) Hyundai Veloster Problems
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The 1st generation of the Veloster has a cumulative PainRank™ of 6.87. That can be compared against other Hyundai generations. Shopping for a Hyundai? So far, so good. But there are some warning signs to watch for.
Owners of the 2012–2017 Veloster model years have sent in 79 complaints on CarComplaints.com. We've listed the three most common below. Most are about the engine (27%) followed by the interior (16%) and the transmission (15%).
Pinging/ Knocking Noise
2012 Hyundai Veloster Engine problem that happens, on average, around 23,337 miles.
Loss of Power While Driving
2014 Hyundai Veloster Engine problem that happens, on average, around 4,435 miles.
Traction Free Tires
2013 Hyundai Veloster Wheels problem that happens, on average, around 0 miles.
Comparing Years in This Generation
Generations are a good baseline for prediciting reliability, but there will almost always be year-to-year differences. We've calculated a reliability score for each model year within this generation, but we've based that score on how the model year compares to all Hyundai model years.
Watch out for the 2012 model year which has the highest PainRank™ score in this generation.
| Year | Complaints | Reliability | PainRank (?) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | 2.02 | |
| 2016 | 10 | 6.55 | |
| 2015 | 5 | 3.07 | |
| 2014 | 9 | 4.66 | |
| 2013 | 25 | 10.25 | |
| 2012 | 28 | 14.66 |
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