Check Engine Light On Problems of Hyundai Veloster

Hyundai Veloster owners have reported 21 problems related to check engine light on (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Hyundai Veloster based on all problems reported for the Veloster.

1 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2016 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 03/09/2021

Tl the contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the vehicle loss motive power while the accelerator pedal was being depressed. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to sheehy Hyundai of waldorf (2910 crain hwy, waldorf, MD 20601) where it was diagnosed with the engine needing to be replaced. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 20v746000 (engine). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and agreed to pay half the expense to replace the engine. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.

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2 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2016 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 03/01/2021

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and the vehicle would not properly accelerate. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who replaced the engine coils, spark plugs, and fuel injectors however, the failure recurred. The local dealer and manufacturer were not yet notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the NHTSA campaign number 20v746000 (engine). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 91,000.

3 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 02/19/2021

Check engine light is blinking. Car is less than one year old . 108,000 miles. I put 8,000 on it. Car lights go out after replacing , steering column, electrical issues , oil in spark plugs , fuel line seems clogged , emergency brake doesn't hold every time, ect taking to Hyundai in the morning. Dangerous.

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4 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2016 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 02/01/2021

Driving the vehicle just fine. Check engine light comes on gives code p0014 (camshaft position sensor) take it to shop run diagnostic. Rod bearings damaged on cylinders 3&4.

5 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2016 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 01/15/2021

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the vehicle decelerated independently with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle on the side of the roadway and then had it towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 20v746000 (engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to temecula Hyundai (27430 ynez rd, temecula, CA 92591, (951)699-6807) where it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 81,500. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

6 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2016 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 12/04/2020

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to holler Honda (225 n semoran blvd, winter park, FL 32792, (407) 681-1234) to be repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 20v746000 (engine). The contact stated that three days after the vehicle was repaired, while driving 50 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact stated that an appointment was not yet rescheduled to inspect the vehicle. The contact was concerned that the dealer was unable to properly remedy the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 78,687.

7 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 12/02/2020

I had a knocking in my engine before my connecting rod bear had punctured 3 large holes in my engine block. I had no check engine light and my vehicle never even hit 120,000 miles. A similar problem had been reported on Hyundai vehicles that are being recalled.

8 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2017 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 12/02/2020

Tl the contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to mcgrath city Hyundai (6750 w. Grand avenue, chicago, IL 60707 (773) 889-9090) where it was diagnosed and determined that the connecting rod bearing was bent and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact mentioned NHTSA campaign number: 20v746000 (engine) as a possible solution to the failure however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 80,371.

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9 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 07/07/2020

I was sitting in my car and all of a sudden my cars check engine light came on and then I died. I waiting a couple of minutes and then tried starting it again but it started slightly and then died again. This has happened to me in the pass. The last time this happened my car had to get a new engine installed.

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10 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 06/24/2020

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Veloster. The contact was driving on a highway when the vehicle lost power suddenly without no warning. The contact was finally able to move over to the shoulder. The check engine light then came on and there was a burning smell. The contact checked the fluid levels and tried to restart the vehicle and it rattled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who finally discovered there was a small fire in the engine. The fire was discovered with the hole burnt into the piston with a special camera. The manufacturer stated that there was no recalls and referred the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer. They said they may help with the repairs after a diagnosis. The contact filed a complaint and received a file number with the manufacturer. The vehicle was currently still sitting unrepaired at the contact's house. The failure mileage was 108,000.

11 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 12/11/2019

2013 Hyundai had a check engine light pop on so we took our vehicle to Hyundai dealer in douglas county georgia. We were asked some round about questions that made us seem suspicious of a pre diagnosis for the car. Once sitting for 3 plus hours we were told it was a catalyst issue . We had the catalytic converter changes just last Friday. Its Wednesday and the check engine light is on again with additional sounds coming from the engine now.

12 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2014 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 09/14/2019

So ibought. My volster oct 11th 2018 not qiutea yr ago. And im driving my car all of a sudden I hear a very odd nois I thouvht my turbo was going out . I takeit to dealership they and I asked for a loaner car while they were checking it out . It was some what drivable rpm reved up high I could. Only go 30 maybe miles a hour the check engine light on stated on. They said they didnt have a loaner car . So I drive my car home well I had to go to work so of course im having to drive mt car like this it starts pooring billowing out white thik smoke from back n engine temps goes sky high. I ened up having my car towed to Hyundai dealership. Its there now I think my car engine has seized or block is cracked .

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13 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2014 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 09/12/2019

The first issue was the clutch. I was driving in charlotte, nc city traffic and the clutch stuck to the floor and made my car stall. I was able to pull it up with my foot and restart the car. I had no indication that the clutch was bad. It wasn't slipping at all and I had no difficulty shifting gears prior to this happening. The next issue was the engine. I was driving on the highway and it lost power. It wouldn"t accelerate properly. I took it to the dealer and they said the turbo went first and then metal from the turbo went into the engine and ruined the engine. They said the clutch needed replacing. The car doesn't even have 71,000 miles on it. I wouldn't expect an engine to be ruined at less than 71,000 miles. I was terrified being in traffic in this unsafe vehicle wondering if I was going to be hit. The entrance below asks for a specific date, here are the occurrences and dates: June 2019 clutch sticks to the floor and stalls in traffic several times. Take to aaa auto services as soon as it happens and they can find nothing wrong. Continues to happen approx. Once a week. Sept 12 the engine starts whining, revving and losing power all at the same time when the gas pedal is pressed while in traffic on the highway sept 13 check engine light comes on and nav screen stopped responding and doesn't have much power sept 14 even further power loss, smoke coming from exhaust, car stalls and stops while in charlotte city traffic. Take to dealer. Diagnosed with stated above.

14 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 09/07/2019

I have had a check engine light come off and on intermittently and my mechanic has been unable to determine the problem. Now I have taken it in for an oil change and the car will not restart. Check engine light is on and flashing several codes. Appears to be some type of damage to the engine . There is a recall on certain models equipped with 1. 6 turbo engine. Recall number 182. I have never received any notification of this recall.

15 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2017 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 04/19/2019

Tl- the contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph the vehicle suddenly lost power and would not properly accelerate while pressing the accelerator pedal and the speed began to decrease before the engine stalled. During the indecent the check engine light had displayed and the temperature gauge had increased. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer keith hawthorne Hyundai(4712 wilkerson blvd, gastonia nc) who diagnosed that metal shavings were present inside the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 61,000. Jft.

16 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 02/14/2019

Hard to start, concerned about engine damage check engine light illuminated with code that gives false indication because I have replaced the alleged component many times.

17 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 02/13/2019

The 2013 Hyundai Veloster I purchased has had an issue where the car emits a sulfur like smell when accelerating. The safety risk is a faulty engine, and possible exposure to dangerous emissions. Upon seeing the check engine light appear, I took it to the Hyundai dealer for a diagnostic. Hyundai informed me that the codes read p0420 and p0463. They recommended replacing and catalytic converter and fuel sensor but did not assess why the issues have occurred. They refused to cover under warranty, even though I had purchased an extended warranty with the vehicle. The check engine light then turned off soon after the diagnostic and ran ok other than the smell. The car has been regularly maintained at jiffy lube for each needed oil changes and service. Jiffy lube explained to me that the vehicle has been low on oil numerous times since the issue started, despite the oil light not illuminated on the vehicle. Upon further inspection at a different Hyundai dealer when the check engine light turned back on, it was explained to me that the vehicles 3rd cylinder is not functioning correctly and that I would have to replace the engine. Hyundai refused to cover the issue for the catalytic converter, fuel sensor, and engine. I suspect the failure of catalytic converter and fuel sensor to be related to the engine, despite the information presented and the service centers. I feel that Hyundai has put my safety in jeopardy by refusing to cover this issue despite my purchase of a warranty that covers engine problems. Included with submission are the records for maintenance, the original diagnostic, and the second diagnostic. The main cause is still unknown after paying for the diagnostic, the dealer did not provide a definitive explanation. Kkb flagged a very similar model, same year, make and engine size with ref. 19v204000 for engine related issues caused by a software issue.

18 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 12/18/2018

On December 18 2018, I brought my car to the allen turner Hyundai in pensacola, FL. For an oil change and a check engine light issue. It is now January 26 2019. During the time they have had the car, they first diagnosed a blown head gasket. After repairing that, they determined that the engine had a cracked block. The car has less than 58,00 miles on it. Doing research, I've discovered that this engine is prone to catastrophic engine failures that Hyundai refuses to acknowledge. I even called and e mailed Hyundai USA for help, to no avail. The manufacturer warrantee timed out, but I purchased an after market warrantee from rout 66 in arkansas. . Unfortunately, due to the reporting of issue to the warrantee company by allen turner Hyundai, the warrantee company will not cover the repairs.

19 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 02/26/2018

Tl- the contact owned a 2013 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while at a stop light and to go, while depressing the accelerator pedal an explosion occur coming from the engine, the check engine warning light illuminated, then the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact noticed black smoke coming from underneath the hood and both front tires. In addition, the contact stated that the engine burst into flame. The fire department extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for a diagnostic or repaired. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and open a case #11082662. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000. Aw.

20 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2014 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 06/28/2014

I purchased my 2014 Veloster turbo right off of the showroom floor. When I was driving home , 90 miles from the dealership, I noticed it was really hard to keep my car straight in the road. I physically have to force my car to stay straight on the straightest highways. I took it to the dealership the next day and it was found to be out of alignment . They aligned it, only to experience the same issue driving back home. I have now had my vehicle in to 3 different Hyundai dealerships and have records of the adjustments. It is still not aligned making it very difficult to drive safely . At 5k miles we were driving on a road trip and had been driving all day. We were getting back on the interstate and my check engine light started flashing and my car started slowing down even though I was trying to accelerate . It cleared up and I drove a few more miles when it acted up again, this at 65 mph. Same issues flashing lights, slowing from 65 to 30 as my car felt it was not getting any power. I was able to report it to my bluelink, although it did not show on their end. This has been checked several times by Hyundai , although they are not able to detect or duplicate the issue. It continues to happen to me. I am to the point where I am frightened to drive it anymore. Not only for my safety but for others as well. I have a total of 7 service records with no answers except , if it happens again come right in and hopefully the computer will tell us. The alignment was done 5 times and took in 6, although it is still all over the road. The answer I get for the alignment now is, " customer may also not be used to electronic steering system". I am a 43 year old man that has been driving for almost 30 years. I have another vehicle with electronic steering that drives straight on the same roads. Thanks for your time. . .

21 Check Engine Light On problem of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster

Failure Date: 05/29/2013

Vehicle has entered into limp home mode multiple times, last time resulting in near collision from behind as throttle and transmission shifting become inoperable. Vehicle does not produce any codes or check engine light. Other symptoms prior to this condition were an engine miss while driving and complete stall in park.


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