The 2012 Hyundai Veloster's elevated safety profile includes 5 recall campaigns and 294 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

294

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

20V3930002020-02-07

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.

An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.

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12V5680002012-07-12

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2011, through April 17, 2012 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may been weakened during installation at the factory.

If the assembly was weakend at the factory, the panoramic glass panel may break while the vehicle is in motion leading to personal injury or a vehicle crash.

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12V5670002012-07-12

PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 2, 2011, through February 27, 2012 and equipped with manual transmissions. Moisture and road grime may cause the parking brake components to bind.

If the parking brake components bind, the parking brake may not operate properly, and the parking brake may drag while driving or may not fully engage when the vehicle is parked. If the parking brake is not fully engaged when parked, a manual transmission may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.

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13V0510002013-19-02

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 4, 2011, through October 31, 2011 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may have been weakened during installation at the factory.

If the assembly was weakend at the factory, the panoramic glass panel may break while the vehicle is in motion leading to personal injury or a vehicle crash.

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23V1320002023-28-02

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.

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 Hyundai Veloster has accumulated 294 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with steering leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Steering37

02Visibility36

03Engine26

04Unknown Or Other22

05Electrical System17

294 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Hyundai Veloster Fuel Economy

30–31mpg combined

27city

35-37hwy

$1,400-$1,450/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2012 Hyundai Veloster ranges from 30 to 31 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Veloster - Manual 6-spd

31mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

27 city37 hwy~$1,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Veloster - Automatic (AM6)

30mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

27 city35 hwy~$1,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2012 Hyundai Veloster

36States

35%in top 3

If you're near Florida, you're in luck: 14% of listings are there. But with 36 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

FLFlorida

4914%

TXTexas

3911%

CACalifornia

319%

DCWashington DC

185%

GAGeorgia

165%

NJNew Jersey

154%

MDMaryland

113%

NYNew York

113%

ILIllinois

103%

NCNorth Carolina

103%

AZArizona

93%

WAWashington

93%

OHOhio

82%

COColorado

82%

PAPennsylvania

82%

DEDelaware

72%

IDIdaho

62%

UTUtah

62%

OKOklahoma

62%

MOMissouri

62%

NV5

OR5

TN5

MI4

MA3

IN3

AL3

VA3

RI3

CT3

LA3

MN2

NE2

NH2

NM2

SC2

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2012.

Buying a 2012 Hyundai Veloster?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2012 Hyundai Veloster a good car to buy?

The 2012 Hyundai Veloster has its strengths and its watch-outs. 5 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report steering as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2012 Hyundai Veloster?

There are 5 documented recalls for the 2012 Hyundai Veloster. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster?

You'll get between 30 and 31 MPG combined from the 2012 Hyundai Veloster, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Veloster?

Out of 294 owner complaints, steering issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.