MYRModel Year Report

2012 Hyundai Veloster

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2012 Hyundai Veloster
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
296
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2012

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine

21% of complaints

Complaints per year

2012: 296 complaints 2012 296 2013: 423 complaints 2014: 85 complaints 2014 2015: 137 complaints 2016: 222 complaints 2016 2017: 50 complaints 2019: 42 complaints 2019 2020: 24 complaints 2021: 11 complaints 2021 2022: 9 complaints
2012: 296 complaints 2012 296 2013: 423 complaints 2013 2014: 85 complaints 2014 2015: 137 complaints 2015 2016: 222 complaints 2016 2017: 50 complaints 2017 2019: 42 complaints 2019 2020: 24 complaints 2020 2021: 11 complaints 2021 2022: 9 complaints 2022
2012: 296 complaints 2012 296 2013: 423 complaints 2013 2014: 85 complaints 2014 2015: 137 complaints 2015 2016: 222 complaints 2016 2017: 50 complaints 2017 2019: 42 complaints 2019 2020: 24 complaints 2020 2021: 11 complaints 2021 2022: 9 complaints 2022

2012: 296 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2012296
2013423
201485
2015137
2016222
201750
201942
202024
202111
20229

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

21% · 61 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY

Visibility

19% · 56 reports

Most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly and rearview mirrors/devices.

CRASHINJURY
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I am very traumatized since earlier today approximately 11AM the glass sun roof on my 2012 Veloster exploded when I was rinsing the car off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-16

Also filed under Structure

Steering

14% · 42 reports
FIRE

Electrical system

13% · 38 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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In Dec of last year my cars dash lights started flashing no matter which gear I tried the gear would flash on the dash,when I called my extended warranty "car shield ",they recommended that I take it to a repair shop in nearby city and have a...

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-15

Also filed under Power train

The speedometer does not tell you the speed you are actually going it is off 4 miles an hour at 20 then 5 miles at 40 and 6 miles at 60 and 7 miles AT75 MPH and so on up to 15 off at 140 MPH you have to drive faster than you are suppose to go the...

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-09

Power train

11% · 32 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veloster. While the vehicle was in park, the contact started the vehicle, but the gear did not shift into drive or reverse. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-02

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    2012Complaint volume 296 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. I
    2012-10-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-02-21 Panoramic Sunroof Breakage
  3. R
    2013-01-22Parking brake12V567000 Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 2, 2011, through February 27, 2012 and equipped with manual transmissions. Moisture and road grime may cause…

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

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  4. R
    2013-01-22Visibility12V568000 Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2011, through April 17, 2012 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may…

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sunroof's integrity and replace the sunroof glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began January 22, 2013. Owners…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. R
    2013-03-29Visibility13V051000 Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 4, 2011, through October 31, 2011 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may have…

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sunroof's integrity and replace the sunroof glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began during March 2013. Owners…

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  6. R
    2020-09-28Equipment20V393000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles.

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020.

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  7. R
    2023-07-28Electrical system23V132000 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.

    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.

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  8. I
    2023-11-17Audit queryOpen Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
  9. R
    2024-04-10Service brakes, hydraulic23V651000 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,...

    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2012 Hyundai Veloster — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 61 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 56 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 42 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 12V567000 · Parking brake
  • Recall 12V568000 · Visibility
  • Recall 13V051000 · Visibility
  • Recall 20V393000 · Equipment
  • Recall 23V132000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 23V651000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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FAQ

Is the 2012 Hyundai Veloster reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2012 Hyundai Veloster is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Veloster?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Hyundai Veloster have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.