2016 Hyundai Veloster: common problems and reliability
One of the worst Veloster years.
One of the Hyundai Veloster years to avoid. All Veloster years
222 owner complaints, most about engine. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2016 Veloster?The 2016 Hyundai Veloster has 222 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are engine and power train.
Safety record for the 2016 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 Hyundai Veloster vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Veloster years only. How we score it
Is 2016 a good year for the Veloster?
Across the 10 Veloster model years we track, complaint volume runs from 27 (2020) to 423 (2013). With 222 complaints, the 2016 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 2016 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.
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 2016 ranks against the rest.
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