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2014 Hyundai Veloster problems

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One of the years to avoid

The 2014 Hyundai Veloster carries two red flags at once: 114 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). It is one of the Veloster years to avoid.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 35 reports (31% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

114

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

0

Crash-involved

8

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2014 compare to other Veloster years?

Veloster NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted577 complaints2012: 408 complaints2013: 577 complaints2014: 114 complaints2015: 186 complaints2016: 300 complaints2017: 69 complaints2019: 62 complaints2020: 29 complaints2021: 15 complaints2022: 9 complaints
Veloster NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Hyundai Veloster problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine3531%
Electrical System2118%
Steering1412%
Other109%
Brakes76%
Body & Structure54%
Visibility & Wipers33%
Fuel System33%
Lighting33%
Transmission33%
Airbags33%
Suspension22%
Tires & Wheels22%
Speed Control22%
Latches & Locks11%

Does the 2014 Hyundai Veloster have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V651000BrakesSeptember 22, 2023 · 1,649,478 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

23V132000Electrical SystemFebruary 28, 2023 · 25,715 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 242.

Open NHTSA investigations

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Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V-520, 20V-543, 21V-161, 21V-160, 21V-303, 22V-056, 22V-810, and 23V-651. Kia recalls 16V-815, 20V-518, 20V-519, 21V-137, 21V-331, 22V-051, 22V-800, and 23V-652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Driving on cruise control on interstate , the 2014 Hyundai Veloster felt like it lost power .The engine light flashed a few times . White smoke came out of rear as started to merge it made a low clank noise from the engine compartment . Pulled over off of interstate and popped hood to check the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 26, 2022 · fire

“The climate control switch on my vehicle as well as many others has burned up the wiring that plugs into it behind the dash and started smoking and actually almost burned my car to the ground.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 17, 2023 · fire

“OUT OF THE BLUE MY STEERING WHEEL SEEM TO BECOME LOOSE AND STARTING MAKING A CLICK SOUND WHEN TURNED TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT. ALTHOUGH OTHER HYUNDAI VEHICLES HAVE RECALLS FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, MY VELOSTER IS NOT. IT IS A KNOWN PROBLEM FOR THIS CAR MAKER AND THEY WILL NOT COVER THE HUGE BILL TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · October 7, 2019

“Driving on cruise control on interstate , the 2014 Hyundai Veloster felt like it lost power .The engine light flashed a few times . White smoke came out of rear as started to merge it made a low clank noise from the engine compartment . Pulled over off of interstate and popped hood to check the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 26, 2022 · fire

“The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Veloster. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · September 22, 2023

2014 Hyundai Veloster — common questions

Is the 2014 Hyundai Veloster reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 114 complaints put the 2014 model at #5 of 10 Veloster years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the Veloster years to avoid.

What are the most common 2014 Veloster problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (35 complaints), electrical system (21 complaints), steering (14 complaints).

Does the 2014 Hyundai Veloster have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Hyundai Veloster. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 Hyundai Veloster under NHTSA investigation?

Yes — an investigation remains open (Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). An open ODI action means NHTSA is actively assessing a possible defect.

Which Hyundai Veloster years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Veloster years to avoid are 2013, 2012, 2016, 2015, 2014. The cleanest record among Veloster years belongs to 2022.

How safe is the 2014 Hyundai Veloster?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 Hyundai Veloster earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.