2012 Hyundai Veloster engine problems
61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2012 Hyundai Veloster — 21% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for an unknown recall repair. Upon retrieving the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The reverse and drive gears were inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer…”
filed Mar 3, 2026
“After an update for a recall for brake issues, the dealership updated the knock sensor update without my consent. After the knock sensor software was installed, my 2012 Hyundai veloster will not operate without going into protection mode. Hyundai states that they can not reverse the software update…”
filed Aug 29, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine Replacement) or the latest…
26-01-033H DN · Warranty Program/Extension · issued Mar 26, 2026
Engine problems in other Veloster years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Veloster | 8 | 35% |
| 2019 Veloster | 18 | 43% |
| 2017 Veloster | 26 | 53% |
| 2016 Veloster | 132 | 60% |
| 2015 Veloster | 76 | 56% |
| 2014 Veloster | 33 | 39% |
| 2013 Veloster | 170 | 40% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 Hyundai Veloster
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.