2019 Hyundai Veloster N Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
33/100
#3 most-complained of 4 Veloster N years
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster N has a complaint index of 33, ranking 3rd worst of 4 model years, well below the 2022 (100) and 2021 (67). NHTSA lists 4 complaints, 1 recall, and no crashes, fires, or injuries for this year.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 25
- 22 city / 28 hwy
Top 2019 Hyundai Veloster N problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes2 (50%)
- Electrical System1 (25%)
- Fuel System1 (25%)
- Steering1 (25%)
What owners report
- Brake calipers leak brake fluid, sometimes with incorrect replacement caliper seals ordered by the dealer, at a median mileage of 114,470.5.
- Check engine warning light illuminates while driving around 45 MPH, tied to an electrical system recall that some owners say did not fix the problem.
- Electronic power steering fails at around 45 MPH, with the steering pulling hard to one side and the EPS warning light flashing red.
- Rear brake pads and calipers show wear together with a popped-off cable on the left side, near 114,941 miles.
- Fuel system issues appear alongside brake complaints, consistent with the fuel pump recall affecting this model year.
2019 Hyundai Veloster N recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V528000Jul 11, 2024Fuel System54,647 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump:control/drive module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.
2019 Hyundai Veloster N fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,200
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2019 compared with other Veloster N years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2019 Veloster N has a complaint index of 33 with 4 complaints and 1 recall, ranking 3rd worst among the 4 model years with data — better than the 2021 (67) and 2022 (100).
- What is the top problem area for the 2019 Veloster N?
- Brakes are the top problem area, accounting for 2 of 4 complaints (50%), with a median failure mileage of 114,470.5.
- Does the 2019 Veloster N have a recall?
- Yes, one recall (24V528000) covers a fuel pump that may fail and cause a loss of drive power; the remedy involves an engine control module software update and fuel pump inspection or replacement.
- How does the 2019 Veloster N compare to other years?
- Its complaint index of 33 is lower than the 2021 model (67, Caution) and the 2022 model (100, Avoid), making 2019 relatively less complaint-heavy among these four years.