Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2013 Hyundai Veloster. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗ABS Unit May Cause Engine Compartment Fire
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
Parking Sensor May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
Ignition Timing may Damage Engine
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013 Veloster vehicles that are equipped with 1.6 liter turbo engines. The engine management software may cause premature ignition (pre-ignition) of the air/fuel mixture in the engine. The resulting excessive cylinder pressure may damage the engine.
- Consequence
- Engine damage can increase the risk of a fire or cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 182.
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Owner complaints (424)
424 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 424 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 171 | 40.3% |
| Electrical system | 98 | 23.1% |
| Steering | 58 | 13.7% |
| Unknown or other | 52 | 12.3% |
| Power train | 35 | 8.3% |
| Service brakes | 29 | 6.8% |
| Visibility | 24 | 5.7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 21 | 5% |
| Structure | 20 | 4.7% |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 3.3% |
How 2013 compares with other Veloster years
Best and worst Veloster years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 296 | 6 |
| 2013 | 424 | 3 |
| 2014 | 85 | 2 |
| 2015 | 137 | 2 |
| 2016 | 222 | 1 |
| 2017 | 50 | 0 |
| 2019 | 42 | 2 |
| 2020 | 24 | 1 |
| 2021 | 11 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 31 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,150
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 288 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 31 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 37 / 31 | $2,150 | 288 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 37 / 31 | $2,150 | 294 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 35 / 28 | $2,400 | 318 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 31 / 27 | $2,500 | 317 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2013 Veloster for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2013 Hyundai Veloster FAQ
How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Veloster have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 23V651000 (brake), 23V132000 (electrical), 19V204000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2013 Hyundai Veloster problems?
Owners filed 424 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (171), Electrical system (98), Steering (58) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2013 Hyundai Veloster get?
EPA rates the 1.6 L 4-cyl · Automatic version at 28 city, 37 highway and 31 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2013 Veloster compare with other years?
Among the 2012–2021 Hyundai Veloster model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (11) and the 2013 the most (424). The 2013 drew 424. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.