How common are electrical problems in the 2016 Hyundai Veloster?

NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 model year, which is about 7% of its 222 total complaints. That share is lower than most other Veloster model years in this dataset.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Hyundai Veloster electrical system?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls listed for this problem area on the 2016 Veloster.

What mileage do electrical failures typically show up at?

The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 52,433 miles.

Are the electrical issues dangerous?

Owner reports linked to this area include 3 crashes and 4 injuries, with issues such as overheating HVAC switches and doors unlocking while driving.

2016 Hyundai Veloster Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Veloster, about 7% of its 222 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure was 52,433. No related recalls are on file, and reports include 3 crashes and 4 injuries.

Electrical System complaints: 16; 7% of 222
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 52,433 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Doors unlock on their own while driving, often above 45 mph, with repeated clicking as the system keeps trying to unlock.
The rearview camera activates and displays on screen while the vehicle is in drive instead of only in reverse.
The HVAC control head or blower motor switch overheats, melts internally, and in some cases produces smoke, described as a fire risk.
The driver seat heater overheats within seconds of being turned on.
The trunk latch unlocks itself repeatedly, which owners say drains the battery and leaves the car unable to start.
The engine stalls suddenly at highway speed with no warning lights before losing power.

When 2016 Hyundai Veloster electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 17, 2016, latest Apr 11, 2026.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2016 to Apr 2026; peak Sep 2019 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Veloster

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Veloster model year

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

201239 (13%)
2013101 (24%)
201423 (27%)
201526 (19%)
201616 (7%)
20172 (4%)
20196 (14%)
20203 (13%)
20210 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2016 Hyundai Veloster?: NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 model year, which is about 7% of its 222 total complaints. That share is lower than most other Veloster model years in this dataset.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Hyundai Veloster electrical system?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls listed for this problem area on the 2016 Veloster.
What mileage do electrical failures typically show up at?: The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 52,433 miles.
Are the electrical issues dangerous?: Owner reports linked to this area include 3 crashes and 4 injuries, with issues such as overheating HVAC switches and doors unlocking while driving.