2019 Hyundai Veloster N Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2019 Hyundai Veloster N has 4 complaints, 1 recall, and a complaint index of 33, ranking 3rd worst of 4 model years. Brakes are the top problem area, with a median failure mileage around 114,470 miles.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 33/100
- #3 of 4 Veloster N years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 4
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 25
- 22 city / 28 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2019 Hyundai Veloster N problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes2 (50%)
- Electrical System1 (25%)
- Fuel System1 (25%)
- Steering1 (25%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Brake calipers leaked fluid, with owners noting rear caliper seals as the failure point.
- Electronic power steering intermittently failed at highway speed, causing the wheel to pull hard to one side with a flashing EPS warning light.
- Check engine light illuminated during driving after an electrical system recall repair failed to fix the underlying issue.
- Rear brake pads and calipers needed replacement, sometimes paired with a popped left-side cable.
- Fuel system recall covers a fuel pump that may fail and cause loss of drive power.
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?
- It has a complaint index of 33 with 4 complaints logged, ranking 3rd of 4 Veloster N model years, better than 2021 and 2022 but worse than 2020.
- What problems does the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N have?
- NHTSA data shows brake issues (leaking calipers) as the top problem area, along with reports of electrical system faults, a fuel system concern, and a steering system failure.
- Does the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N have a recall?
- Yes, one recall (24V528000) covers the fuel pump on 2019-2022 Veloster N vehicles, which may fail and cause loss of drive power.
- How does the 2019 Veloster N compare to the 2022 model?
- The 2019 has a complaint index of 33 versus 100 for the 2022, which carries an Avoid verdict, making 2019 a lower-complaint year by comparison.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N?
- EPA rates it at 25 mpg combined (22 city/28 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200.