2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER N Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N. This model year has 14 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Lane Departure.
Model-Year Complaints
14 owner reports
Recall Campaigns
2 NHTSA campaigns
Top Failure Area
Lane Departure
Worst 2021 Hyundai Veloster N Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Lane Departure
Steering Defects
Electrical Faults
AI Interpretation — 2021 Hyundai Veloster N
Low ConfidenceBased on 14 NHTSA complaints for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N, the data suggests a concentration of issues related to lane departure systems. There is one crash-related complaint, but the overall confidence in the findings is low due to the small sample size.
- Lane Departure complaints account for the majority of reported issues.
- Steering defects, electrical faults, and transmission/drivetrain issues each have 2 complaints.
- Only one model year (2021) was analyzed, limiting year-over-year comparisons.
- Lane Departure system malfunctions or false activations.
- Steering defects, including potential loss of control or unusual noises.
- Electrical faults, possibly affecting vehicle systems or infotainment.
- Test the Lane Departure Warning system during a test drive to ensure proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported steering, electrical, or transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on the lane departure system and steering components.
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lane Departure | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The electric power steering ceases to work, making it near impossible to steer or control the vehicle also, the power steering light and various other lights light up on the dash this is the intermittent reoccurring problem. The only way to remedy it at the time is to stop somewh…
Lane keep assist was off, got an error message "check lane departure warning system" and seemed to lose power steering. I was on the interstate switching lanes. Any loss of power steering is a safety risk.
After getting new tires the Blind Spot Warning gives off false warnings. I have even had the sensor replaced and the issue still occurs. Many people have reported this issue when they change to winter tires. The issue will the go away when they return back to the factory tires. T…
REPORTER QUESTION/Topic: Nowhabersham.com Clarkesville, Georgia (Joy Purcell) is writing about a recent crash in which a man died when he was ejected from his vehicle. The reporter is asking if there has there been a recall issued for 2021 Hyundai Velosters regarding seatbelt pro…
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Veloster N. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked unattended. Approximately thirteen hours later, he was notified by the fire department that the vehicle had caught fire. A police report was filed. There were no reported injuries. It was…
When using tires other than the OEM tires the Blind Spot Warning system malfunctions by giving false negatives and positives. This only happens when using tires other than the OEM tires. Sometimes it will not detect when a vehicle is in my blindspot. Other times it will detect…
Upon swapping out the factory tires for winter tires of the same factory size, the blind spot detection system started showing something in my blind spot all the time. The light won’t go off. It is highly unsafe to have a feature like this that you should be able to trust that d…
The Blind spot warning system malfunctions and the warning always triggers when a turn signal is activated, even with no vehicle in the blind spot. This occurs more often on the driver side. It also fails to detect vehicles sometimes. One would be better off turning the system of…
Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance system alerts in error without nonstandard tires and/or wheels installed on the vehicle. Canadian Hyundai TSB 22-32-003 addresses this but the solution is not available to United States service departments.
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Veloster N. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V746000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
I just purchased a 2021 Hyundai Veloster N and I’m experiencing issues with my driver side blind spot monitoring system. The blind spot warning automatically turns on when there isn’t any cars around! There are times where it doesn’t come on when a car is in my blind spot! This i…
After changing the stock tires to all season using the stock rims, the car started giving false positive blind spot warnings on the passenger side and sometimes driver srde. This affect the use of such security feature as is not reliable anymore.
Blind Spot Monitor System works when not intended to. Changed factory spec wheels and tires with aftermarket wheel and tires with the same specs. BSD sometimes won't work, will work sometimes when its not supposed to, i. E. No car behind you or driving in a single lane.
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Veloster. The contact received a recall notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V746000 (Power Train). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer ha…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N.
Recalls for 2021 Hyundai Veloster N
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2021 Hyundai Veloster N — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2021 Hyundai Veloster N has 14 NHTSA owner complaints, 1 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Lane Departure (9 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N?▾
#1: Lane Departure (9 complaints). #2: Steering Defects (2 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N?▾
The 2021 Hyundai Veloster N has 1 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 14 total NHTSA complaints. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N. The largest issue: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2021 Hyundai Veloster N?▾
The 2021 Hyundai Veloster N has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Lane Departure issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
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