2013 Ford Focus Electric vs 2013 Hyundai Veloster
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Ford Focus Electric | 2013 Hyundai Veloster |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 69 | 420 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 169 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 33 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 105 | 27–31 |
| Median reported mileage | 5,600 mi | 70,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus Electric | Hyundai Veloster |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 16 | 170 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 97 |
| Power Train | 37 | 35 |
| Steering | 9 | 58 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 21 |
| Visibility | 0 | 24 |
| Structure | 0 | 20 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 12 | 21 |
| Stalling | 7 | 50 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 35 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 29 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 17 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 13 |
| Overheating | 0 | 12 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 11 |
2013 Ford Focus Electric
2013 Hyundai Veloster
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.