2017 Hyundai Veloster Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 26about this part
- Share
- 52%of 50 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 79,186miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 26 complaints about the engine of the 2017 Hyundai Veloster, 52% of the 50 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 79,186 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Oil leak lead to engine knocking which lead to the complete failure of the engine. Piston rods are destroyed engine failure happened while I was driving on the road engine lost power would not accelerate. My car has been parked since.”
NHTSA complaint #11383200, filed 2020-12, 64,700 miles“I was driving home from work my car stalled out going thru an intersection. I went about another half mile and pressed the accelerator to climb the hill by my apartment and I herd a loud bang lost all power and oil at the same time I was able to coast into my apartment where it is still sitting I had recently had the catalytic converter replaced at voss Hyundai where nothing was said about the noise it was making prior to my visit witch shows there lack of completing a vehicle inspection. …”
NHTSA complaint #11378062, filed 2020-12, 78,000 miles“On my way home from work my car stalled out on the highway. Luckily traffic wasn't heavy and I was able to make it over to the shoulder accident free. My car wouldn't cut back on so I got it towed to vandergriff Hyundai in arlington tx. They quoted me $12,322.45 to fix my car. Said there was a hole I my short block. The cause of connecting-rod bearings in the engine that wore out and made a hole my engine. The car is only worth 6,000 on kelly blue book and that repair coast is more than I owe on the vehicle. Hyundai needs to recall the 2017 model and make it right. …”
NHTSA complaint #11387445, filed 2021-01, 95,190 miles“Car was running fine, maybe a little loud on startup. Under a left hand turn on surface streets, adding power at about 30 MPH, engine stalled in high 3rd gear with a check engine light, battery light, and low oil pressure light. I pulled over and could not get the car to restart (sounded like the alternator and belt were moving, but the motor would not turn over.) got it towed to a dealership, where they are in the process of getting approval for a new motor. They claim that the motor lost all compression, and failed a bearing test. …”
NHTSA complaint #11416639, filed 2021-05, 51,000 miles“I was leaving work and the car lost power and it would barely move. I was able to get it to the side of the road. After that, then engine light came on and the car would not start. The engine was shaking very bad. I had to have my Veloster towed while my daughter and I were stuck on the side of the road.”
NHTSA complaint #11492045, filed 2022-11Related service bulletins
- 11038458Oct 8, 2026Some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure…
- 11038456Oct 7, 2026Certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures…
- 11030330Mar 26, 2026This 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…
- 11006829Aug 19, 2024Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3 | 27% |
| 2020 | 10 | 40% |
| 2019 | 18 | 43% |
| 2017 | 26 | 52% |
| 2016 | 134 | 60% |
| 2015 | 76 | 55% |
| 2014 | 33 | 39% |
| 2013 | 172 | 40% |
| 2012 | 61 | 21% |
Other parts of the 2017 Hyundai Veloster
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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