2016 Hyundai Veloster Engine Problems
NHTSA component category: ENGINE · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
How engine ranks on this vehicle
Share of the 220 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2016 Hyundai Veloster overview page.
What owners report
“Engine has a very noticeable engine ticking just like every other 1.6 included in the Hyundai recall yet my engine isnât included in the recall…”NHTSA complaint 11444897 — filed 12/24/2021
“Engine knocking loudly on cold start indicating possible rod bearing wear addressed on nhtsa safety recall number 20v746000. Car was taken to hyundai dealer for…”NHTSA complaint 11443501 — filed 12/12/2021
“While I was driving down the road I suddenly heard a rod knock coming from the engine. I immediately pulled over and turned the car…”NHTSA complaint 11441924 — filed 11/29/2021
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine complaints by year filed
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Hyundai Veloster have engine problems?
Engine is the most-reported problem area on the 2016 Hyundai Veloster: 132 of 220 complaints on file (60%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.
How many complaints does the 2016 Hyundai Veloster have in total?
220 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Across all categories, 15 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, 11 reported injuries, and none reported deaths.
What does NHTSA's engine category include?
NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ENGINE category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.
