How common are fuel system complaints on the 2013 Hyundai Veloster?

NHTSA lists 22 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 Veloster, which is 5% of the 423 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Veloster fuel system?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls listed for this fuel system problem area on the 2013 Veloster.

Did the fuel system problems cause fires or crashes?

NHTSA's complaint data for this area includes 2 fires and 1 crash reported among the 22 fuel system complaints, with no injuries listed.

At what mileage do these fuel system problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 80,050 miles.

How does 2013 compare to other Veloster years for fuel system complaints?

The 2013 and 2016 model years each show 22 fuel system complaints, the highest counts among the years listed, with 2013 at 5% share and 2016 at 10% share of that year's total complaints.

2013 Hyundai Veloster Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 22 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Veloster, 5% of its 423 total complaints that year. The reports include 2 fires and 1 crash, with a median failure mileage of 80,050. No related recalls are on file for this fuel system issue.

Fuel System complaints: 22; 5% of 423
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 80,050 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Sudden loud bang followed by sparks and smoke from under the car while driving at low speed, in one case leading to a full engine compartment fire.
Fuel fumes entering the cabin while driving at highway speed, with dealers unable to reproduce the problem on inspection.
Loss of power and acceleration at highway speed accompanied by the check engine light turning on.
Rough idling, shaking, and a feeling the car is about to stall when slowing to a stop or pulling away from a stop.
Engine misfires tied to cylinder coil failures that recurred even after spark plugs and coil packs were replaced.

When 2013 Hyundai Veloster fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 23, 2013, latest Feb 24, 2026.

22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2013 to Feb 2026; peak Jun 2019 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by Veloster model year

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

20125 (2%)
201322 (5%)
20143 (4%)
20156 (4%)
201622 (10%)
20172 (4%)
20192 (5%)
20202 (8%)
20212 (18%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are fuel system complaints on the 2013 Hyundai Veloster?: NHTSA lists 22 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 Veloster, which is 5% of the 423 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Veloster fuel system?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls listed for this fuel system problem area on the 2013 Veloster.
Did the fuel system problems cause fires or crashes?: NHTSA's complaint data for this area includes 2 fires and 1 crash reported among the 22 fuel system complaints, with no injuries listed.
At what mileage do these fuel system problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 80,050 miles.
How does 2013 compare to other Veloster years for fuel system complaints?: The 2013 and 2016 model years each show 22 fuel system complaints, the highest counts among the years listed, with 2013 at 5% share and 2016 at 10% share of that year's total complaints.