2016 BMW 320I vs 2016 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 | 2016 BMW 320I | 2016 Hyundai Veloster |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 221 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 353 | 125 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–28 | 28–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 58,900 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 320I | Hyundai Veloster |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 132 |
| Power Train | 3 | 43 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 8 |
| Structure | 5 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 43 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 34 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 22 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 18 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 16 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 7 |
| Overheating | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2016 BMW 320I
2016 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.