2016 Hyundai Veloster vs 2016 Kia Rio
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 Hyundai Veloster | 2016 Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 221 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 125 | 89 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–31 | 30–31 |
| Median reported mileage | 58,900 mi | 50,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Veloster | Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 132 | 38 |
| Power Train | 43 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 43 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 34 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 22 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 18 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 16 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 7 | 15 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2016 Hyundai Veloster
2016 Kia Rio
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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.