2017 Hyundai Veloster: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Hyundai Veloster? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 48 complaints, with Engine Problems as the top reported area.
2017 Hyundai Veloster Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2017 Hyundai Veloster trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2017 Hyundai Veloster Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
10.5% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
10.5% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Hyundai Veloster has 48 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Hyundai
- Model
- Veloster
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 48
- Crash-related complaints
- 4
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 30
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 27 / 34
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2017 Hyundai Veloster Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Uncategorized Issues, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2017 Hyundai Veloster?
The 2017 Hyundai Veloster shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2017 Hyundai Veloster
Inspection Focus
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine and transmission before purchase.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported engine or transmission repairs.
- Check for airbag system warning lights or prior deployments.
Before You Close the Deal
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine and transmission before purchase.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported engine or transmission repairs.
- Check for airbag system warning lights or prior deployments.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Hyundai Veloster, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 48 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster, issues are concentrated in the engine, with 26 complaints. Other notable areas include transmission/drivetrain and airbag malfunctions. The data suggests potential concerns with these components, but the low confidence level and limited sample size warrant caution.
- Engine Problems account for the majority of complaints (26 out of 48).
- Transmission/Drivetrain and Airbag Malfunctions each have 6-7 complaints.
- There are 4 crash-related complaints, though no recalls were issued for this model year.
- Engine Problems
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Airbag Malfunctions
All 2017 Hyundai Veloster Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 26 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while her sister was driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The driver pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was able to be restarted, but made an abnormal knocking sound. The check engine wa…
The engine failed due to suspected rod bearing failure related to Hyundai’s known rod bearing recall issue. The vehicle exhibited a flashing check engine light with diagnostic trouble code P1326, knocking noises, metal debris found in the oil control solenoid, and subsequent seco…
I bought the vehicle 14 days ago and everything was going well until black smoke started to come out of the exhaust and it started to smell burnt. I brought a mechanic to my house and he told me that the engine had already died
The 2017 Hyundai Veloster- Value edition is a Lemon straight from the manufacturer. I purchased mine in July of 2024 with 27,000 miles. When I test drove it I questioned the clicking noises that could be heard while switching gears along with minor "shuddering" at acceleration. …
Here is what happened I left my house about 8 am and I head towards the 101 south from union hills drive and 83rd Ave I'm on the 101 south and yhe time I am passing the Thunderbird exit I hear a loud explosion and I duck a little bit and I see a bunch of black debris in the air i…
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that on three separate occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode with the check engine warning light flashing on the instrument panel. The vehicle had been towed and driven to the de…
Paint peeling issue on hood. Filed for Hyundai to repair last 12/24, Hyundai denied claim 12/20/2024, without detailed reasons. Secondary extended warranty is suppose to be for 10 years regardless of mileage.p Hyundai case# [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF…
White paint peeling on hood.
I was driving on the highway; the speed limit is 70mph. I had the sunroof of my 2017 Hyundai Veloster open to the first stage. The glass in the sunroof literally exploded, (it sounded like a gun going off) blasting shattered glass down on me and all of the interior of the car, (s…
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while manually washing the vehicle, the contact observed that there was corrosion coming from under the paint of all four rims. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where all four rims were replaced with the manufacturer…
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal before the vehicle surged forward. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the DTC sc…
I took my vehicle in to get the initial KSDS recall campaign updated (knock sensor). The car failed on my way home from the dealership and they scheduled me the next day to fix the problem (the acknowledged the knock sensor update caused the failure and is the that beginning step…
Today the vehicle was hesitant to start but did. After two stops I turned car off, went into a business. When I came out the car would start but would not go forward or backwards but rev up. I nearly slammed into a curb in the process. I have a video of this.
My cars battery continues to die with a check engine light coming on constantly. The vehicle continues to hesitate. The car door mounting lock broke while driving while my toddler was in the back of the vehicle and the door flew open on a road.
I own a 2017 hyundai veloster with roughly 122,000 miles on it, recently I got in my car to go to work, started the vehicle and exited my apartment complex onto a local road drove roughly a half mile to the on ramp for the highway, the car was just about up to its usual operati…
Purchased the car as a used vehicle in October 2023, dealer claimed to have changed the oil , in May the car we no longer running, I took it to a Hyundai dealership where they told me that I need a new engine because of oil consumption… This is something that should be included i…
Occasionally when traveling at speeds under 30 mph and you depress the accelerator the engine will hesitate to respond for several seconds.
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated before stalling. The vehicle was later towed to the local mechanic who diagnosed that …
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…
Almost got into an accident with 2017 Hyundai Veloster. Car stopped accelerating. Car had service campaign to enhance knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially "severe engine damage occurs." They did not explain engine could have issue. Eng…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster.
2017 Hyundai Veloster Recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2017 Hyundai Veloster Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Hyundai Veloster reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 48 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2017 Hyundai Veloster shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Veloster?▾
#1: Engine Problems (26 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (9 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (7 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Hyundai Veloster?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Hyundai Veloster?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Hyundai Veloster, NHTSA complaints include 4 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 48 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Hyundai Veloster have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2017 Hyundai Veloster in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2017 Hyundai Veloster?▾
The 2017 Hyundai Veloster shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Hyundai Veloster reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.