2015 Hyundai Veloster: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker Veloster years.
136 owner complaints, most about engine. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2015 Veloster?The 2015 Hyundai Veloster has 136 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and electrical system.
Safety record for the 2015 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2015 Hyundai Veloster vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Veloster years only. How we score it
Is 2015 a good year for the Veloster?
Across the 10 Veloster model years we track, complaint volume runs from 27 (2020) to 423 (2013). With 136 complaints, the 2015 Veloster sits above the model's median of 86.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2015 Veloster
engine
Campaign 20V746000Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster, 2012 Santa Fe, 2011-2013 Sonata Hybrid, and 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.
service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Campaign 23V651000Hyundai 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.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is sharply divided by model variant and generation.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Veloster. See the full Veloster owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Veloster listings typically run $7,181–$10,491 across 2012 to 2021 model years.
Other Veloster model years
Compare every Veloster year side by side to see how 2015 ranks against the rest.
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