NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Hyundai Veloster N Safety Record
The 2020 Hyundai Veloster N has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
For the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N, the federal record offers a narrow but honest safety picture. No crash-test data from NHTSA exists for this model year; consequently, it carries neither star ratings nor a computed Safety Index. This absence of a federal crash score means consumers lack direct federal crash performance metrics to consult. What is on file includes a single recall campaign and two owner complaints, indicating a light recall and complaint burden for the 2020 Veloster N.
The 2020 Hyundai Veloster N has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign on record, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N?
The fuel pump control module recall is the most significant federal safety finding for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N. This places the 2020 model year within a known, broader Hyundai engineering concern. Two steering complaints are on file, but this low count does not establish a pattern. The federal footprint for this vehicle is limited, with no adjacent crash-test data available from sibling years. The absence of extensive data, however, does not equate to an absence of risk. Addressing the fuel pump recall is the primary, concrete safety action item for current or prospective owners.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N have any recalls?
The 2020 Veloster N is covered by one recall targeting the fuel system, specifically the fuel pump control and drive module. The campaign spans certain 2019-2022 Veloster N vehicles along with several other Hyundai and Genesis models. The NHTSA record for this campaign does not include a park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE24V528000
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at
Reported 2024-07-12
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N?
Two owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Veloster N. Both alleged concerns involve the steering component. These are unverified consumer allegations reported to NHTSA and have not been established as confirmed defects or causally linked to any incident. The record shows zero reported crashes, zero fires, zero injuries, and zero fatalities associated with these filings.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N?
Prospective buyers of a used 2020 Veloster N should prioritize checking its recall status. The vehicle is subject to a significant recall concerning the fuel pump control module. Confirming the remedy's completion via a VIN-specific search at nhtsa.gov is essential, as open recalls transfer with ownership.
- The 2020 Veloster N has no NHTSA crash-test score of any kind; no frontal, side, or rollover star ratings exist for this model year.
- One active recall covers the fuel pump control and drive module on certain 2019-2022 Veloster N vehicles; owners should verify remedy completion by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- Two unverified owner complaints on file both allege concerns with the steering system; neither is linked to a crash, fire, injury, or fatality in the NHTSA record.
- No tested sibling years are available within the years this guide covers, so there is no adjacent federal crash-test data that can serve as a comparative reference for this model.
FAQ2020 Hyundai Veloster N safety questions
Was the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Hyundai Veloster N 2020.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.