How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2012 Hyundai Veloster have?

NHTSA lists 17 complaints in this area for the 2012 Veloster, which is 6% of the 296 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2012 Veloster suspension or tire problems?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this problem area for the 2012 Veloster.

At what mileage do these suspension and tire problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 26,343 miles.

Did any of these complaints involve crashes?

Yes, one of the 17 complaints in this area involved a crash, and none involved fires or injuries.

How does 2012 compare to other Veloster model years for this issue?

2012 has the highest share of complaints in this area among Veloster model years, at 6%, compared to 3% in 2013 and lower percentages in later years.

2012 Hyundai Veloster Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 17 suspension, wheels & tires complaints for the 2012 Hyundai Veloster, 6% of its 296 total complaints, the highest share of any model year. Owners most often report tire sidewall damage, blowouts, and wheel/rim failures from road hazards, with a median failure mileage of 26,343. No related recall exists for this area.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 17; 6% of 296
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 26,343 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Tires develop sidewall bulges, thread separation, or blowouts, sometimes after hitting a pothole or small road debris.
Rims crack or fail after contact with road debris, in one case described as the rim 'exploding' at highway speed.
Low-profile 18-inch tires lose air repeatedly after hitting bumps or potholes, with owners reporting multiple tire replacements within a short period.
Rear suspension is described as causing the car to fishtail or shift within the lane when driving over bumps or cracks in the road.
Some owners report the vehicle lacks a usable spare tire or inflator kit when a tire fails.

When 2012 Hyundai Veloster suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 18, 2012, latest Oct 21, 2022.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2012 to Oct 2022; peak Feb 2013 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2012 Hyundai Veloster

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Veloster model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201217 (6%)
201311 (3%)
20143 (4%)
20154 (3%)
20164 (2%)
20171 (2%)
20191 (2%)
20201 (4%)
20210 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2012 Hyundai Veloster have?: NHTSA lists 17 complaints in this area for the 2012 Veloster, which is 6% of the 296 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2012 Veloster suspension or tire problems?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this problem area for the 2012 Veloster.
At what mileage do these suspension and tire problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 26,343 miles.
Did any of these complaints involve crashes?: Yes, one of the 17 complaints in this area involved a crash, and none involved fires or injuries.
How does 2012 compare to other Veloster model years for this issue?: 2012 has the highest share of complaints in this area among Veloster model years, at 6%, compared to 3% in 2013 and lower percentages in later years.