2014 Hyundai Veloster Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
50/100
#5 most-complained of 9 Veloster years
The 2014 Hyundai Veloster has 85 NHTSA complaints, a Complaint Index of 50, and 2 recalls, earning a Caution verdict — it ranks 5th worst out of 9 model years. Engine problems dominate at 42% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 91,500.
- Complaints
- 85
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 5
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 28
- 25 city / 33.5 hwy
Top 2014 Hyundai Veloster problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine36 (42%)
- Electrical System23 (27%)
- Steering14 (16%)
- Other10 (12%)
- Brakes8 (9%)
- Structure & Body6 (7%)
- Airbags3 (4%)
- Fuel System3 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (4%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (4%)
What owners report
- Engine loses power and stalls at speeds around 40 MPH, sometimes with knocking noises and white smoke.
- Some engine stalling events were accompanied by visible fire in the engine compartment.
- Climate control switch wiring behind the dash has burned and smoked, in one case nearly starting a larger fire.
- Front end shaking was reported at low mileage, traced to wheel/tire issues rather than accident damage.
- Steering has been described as unstable, requiring constant correction and losing traction on wet or icy roads.
- Transmission has failed to engage gear or unexpectedly shifted out of gear while driving.
2014 Hyundai Veloster recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V651000Sep 22, 2023Brakes1,649,478 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
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, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
- NHTSA 23V132000Feb 28, 2023Electrical System25,715 vehicles
Electrical system
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.
Risk: An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
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.
2014 Hyundai Veloster fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 25 MPG
- Highway
- 33.5 MPG
- Combined
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,325
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- 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.
2014 compared with other Veloster years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Hyundai Veloster reliable?
- NHTSA data shows 85 complaints and a Complaint Index of 50 for the 2014 Veloster, placing it in Caution territory — better than the 2012, 2013, and 2016 model years but worse than 2015, 2017, and later years.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2014 Hyundai Veloster?
- Engine problems are the top issue, accounting for 42% of complaints (36 of 85), with a median failure mileage of 91,500.
- Does the 2014 Hyundai Veloster have recalls?
- Yes, it has 2 recalls: one covering brakes with a park-outside advisory, and one covering an electrical system issue with the reverse park aid sensor that could short circuit.
- How does the 2014 Veloster compare to other years?
- With a Complaint Index of 50 and rank of 5th worst among 9 model years, the 2014 Veloster is safer than 2012 (88), 2013 (100), and 2016 (75), but riskier than 2015 (63), 2017 (25), and the 2019-2021 model years.