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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.

Metric2013 Ford Focus Electric2013 Hyundai Veloster
NHTSA complaints69420
Recall campaigns33
Service bulletins (TSBs)25169
Investigations41
Crash reports16
Fire reports033
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)10527–31
Median reported mileage5,600 mi70,750 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord Focus ElectricHyundai Veloster
Engine16170
Electrical System2797
Power Train3735
Steering958
Fuel/propulsion System1521
Visibility024
Structure020
Vehicle Speed Control514

Symptoms owners describe

Loss of power1221
Stalling750
Check engine light035
Clunking / rattling029
Vibration / shaking017
Electrical failures013
Overheating012
Misfire / rough idle011
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.