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2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER Safety Overview

The 2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
  • Electrical system
  • Equipment:electrical

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for HYUNDAI VELOSTER owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER 23V651000

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hyb...

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 23V651000: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/22/2023
2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER 23V132000

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles.

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 23V132000: An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/28/2023
2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER 20V393000

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid,...

An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.

NHTSA Recall 20V393000: An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/2/2020
2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER 13V051000

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 4, 2011, th...

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.

NHTSA Recall 13V051000: If the assembly was weakend at the factory, the panoramic glass panel may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/19/2013
2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER 12V567000

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 2, 2011, th...

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.

NHTSA Recall 12V567000: If the parking brake components bind, the parking brake may not operate... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/7/2012
2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER 12V568000

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2011...

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.

NHTSA Recall 12V568000: If the assembly was weakend at the factory, the panoramic glass panel may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/7/2012

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.