NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Hyundai Veloster Safety Record
The 2020 Hyundai Veloster has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 23 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2020 Hyundai Veloster has not been subjected to federal crash testing, and thus carries no NHTSA star ratings nor a computed Safety Index from this publication. The available safety record for the 2020 Veloster consists of one recall campaign and 23 unverified owner complaints. This limited data set offers no basis for a safety assessment.
The 2020 Hyundai Veloster was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign on record, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA 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 | 23 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Hyundai Veloster?
The 2020 Hyundai Veloster has a comparatively thin federal safety record, with just one recall on file. This recall addresses a potential issue with the 2.0L Nu MPI engine, a concern shared with other Hyundai models from the same period. Owner complaints, totaling 23, also lean toward powertrain issues, with 8 specific allegations concerning the engine. While these complaints are not definitive proof of a defect, their alignment with the recall's focus is notable. Shoppers should be aware that no federal crash-test results are available for the 2020 Veloster, nor are there results from closely related model years to provide an indirect assessment. The vehicle's "Light" burden band designation reflects a lower volume of recalls and complaints, not a direct measure of its crash safety performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Hyundai Veloster have any recalls?
The 2020 Hyundai Veloster has one recall on record. It covers vehicles equipped with the 2.0L Nu MPI engine and was issued jointly with certain 2019-2020 Elantra and 2019-2021 Kona models. The recall addresses an engine concern. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory tied to this campaign in the data on file, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
ENGINE21V301000
Risk: A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Reported 2021-04-28
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Hyundai Veloster?
Twenty-three owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA against the 2020 Veloster. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Engine (8 reports), followed by Unknown or Other (6), Structure (2), Power Train (2), and Steering (2). No complaints in the record allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality.
23 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Hyundai Veloster?
The 2020 Veloster's safety profile is significantly affected by an engine recall, which owners or prospective buyers should verify has been addressed. An open recall transfers with the vehicle to a new owner, underscoring the importance of checking the specific VIN on nhtsa.gov prior to purchase.
- The 2020 Veloster has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, targeting vehicles with the 2.0L Nu MPI engine and shared with certain 2019-2020 Elantra and 2019-2021 Kona vehicles; VIN verification at nhtsa.gov is the only way to confirm whether a specific vehicle has been remedied.
- Twenty-three unverified owner complaints are on file, with engine-related allegations accounting for the largest single category at 8 reports; no complaints in the record allege a crash, fire, injury, or death.
- No tested sibling years of the Veloster appear in the available data, so no federal crash-test result from a closely related model year exists to provide additional safety context.
FAQ2020 Hyundai Veloster safety questions
Was the 2020 Hyundai Veloster 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 23 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Veloster have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Hyundai Veloster?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 23 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Hyundai Veloster. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Hyundai Veloster 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.