Recalls: Hyundai FS Veloster
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Hyundai FS Veloster
Hyundai FS Veloster: sunroof glass could fracture
In January 2013, a recall was issued for 882 Hyundai Veloster vehicles that were available for sale from 1 November 2011 to 17 April 2012 and had VINs in the range KMHTC61DVCU035604 to KMHTC6AD1CU077722. In these vehicles, the panoramic sunroof glass may have been damaged when fitted to the vehicle. As a result, the sunroof glass could fracture unexpectedly when the vehicle is parked or being driven, posing a laceration hazard to occupants of the vehicle (PRA 2013/13455).
2013 model year Hyundai FS Veloster: engine stalling and possible fire
In August 2019, recall campaign 91C018 was issued for 2013 model year Hyundai FS Veloster vehicles. Software installed on the engine management unit (ECU) could cause premature ignition which, in turn, could cause the engine to stall. If the engine suddenly stalled while the vehicle was at high speed, this increased the risk of fire and a collision. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2019/17524.
2014-17 Hyundai FS Veloster 1.6 GDI: engine connecting rod bearing may fail
In July 2023, recall campaign 21D150 was issued for 2014-17 Hyundai FS Veloster 1.6 GDI vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect, the engine connecting rod bearing could fail prematurely – this could cause engine damage and an engine oil leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire may occur and this would pose a risk of injury to vehicle occupants, road users and bystanders, and a risk of damage to property. Owners were advised that if the vehicle’s engine made an unusual noise or produced smoke, or if the instrument cluster showed an engine warning light, then the driver should stop the vehicle where safe to do so, turn off the ignition, exit the vehicle and contact their nearest Hyundai dealer immediately. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005722.
2011-14 Hyundai FS Veloster: brake fluid leak into ABS module and fire hazard
In August 2024, recall campaign 41D091 was issued for 2011-14 Hyundai FS Veloster vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect, brake fluid may leak into the Antilock Brake System (ABS) control module. This could cause an electrical short circuit and potential engine compartment fire (whule the vehicle was parked or driving). A vehicle fire could increase the risk of a collision and injury to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property. For this recall, a Hyundai dealer was to replace the multi-fuse. Until the recall works were conducted, it was recommended that vehicles be parked in an open space and away from flammable materials and structure (i.e. not in a garage). For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-006041.
Problems and faults: Hyundai FS Veloster
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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2012-14 Hyundai FS Veloster: knocking or clicking noise from steering wheel
In May 2014, Hyundai Motor Corporation issued Technical Service Bulletin 14-ST-002-1 for a range of Hyundai models, including the 2012-14 Hyundai FS Veloster. According to the technical bulletin, the flexible rubber coupling in the motor driven power steering (MDPS) assembly could deteriorate over time and cause a ‘clicking’ or ‘thud’ type noise when the steering wheel was turned.
To fix, the flexible rubber coupling was to be removed, along with all perished rubber – compressed air was recommended. A new coupling was then to be installed in its place and aligned with the electric power steering motor. The part number for the flexible rubber coupling was 56315-2K000-FFF; the revised coupling had the same part number, but it was marked ‘4P’.
According to the bulletin, there were no steering performance issues associated with deterioration of the rubber coupling.
Hyundai Veloster: manual gearshift lock-out
The Hyundai Veloster’s manual gear shifter is equipped with a first-gear lockout mechanism that activated at a particular speed to prevent drivers from shifting into first gear when they mean to go to third (which could damage the transmission).
Some owners, however, reported that the lock-out mechanism would prevent them from shifting into first gear when the vehicle was stationary. As a result, many owners would shift to other gears to release the lock-out mechanism.
To fix, the gear shifter assembly needed to be re-pinned.
Hyundai Veloster Turbo: sticking wastegate
In Australia, there were rare engines failures for the Hyundai Veloster Turbo due to a sticking turbocharger wastegate that caused full boost pressure to be applied and sustained. It is understood that these failures occurred in the first 10,000 kilometres and were considered unlikely to occur at higher mileages.
2011-12 Hyundai FS Veloster with manual transmission: parking brake may not release
In April 2013, a recall was issued in the UK for Hyundai FS Veloster vehicles that had manual transmissions and were manufactured from 4 April 2011 to 28 February 2012. Due to water entering the rear calliper and causing corrosion, the parking brake may not fully release. For the recalled vehicles, the parking brake and mechanism were to be inspected and, if free of corrosion, a new seal was to be fitted and the cable lever kit replaced. If, however, corrosion was visible, both rear brake callipers were to be replaced. The affected Hyundai FS Veloster vehicles had VINs in the range KMHTC61DLCU000414 to KMHTC61DLCU065632 (R/2013/021).
No such recall, however, has been issued for the Australian market.
Hyundai Veloster: peeling steering wheel cover
In August 2013, Hyundai Australia issued Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) SE03513 for Hyundai FS Veloster vehicles manufactured before June 2012. In these vehicles, the leatherette coating for the steering wheel may experience peeling. While it was previously necessary to replace the entire steering wheel, the technical service bulletin provided a procedure for replacing the steering wheel body only.
