Does the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N, the most recent reported on July 11, 2024 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump, control/drive module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N?

Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is lane departure (9 complaints), followed by steering (6).

How many 2021 Hyundai Veloster N complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 18 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Hyundai Veloster N recalls and problems

2 recalls and 18 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Hyundai Veloster N recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump, control/drive module

NHTSA campaign 24V528000 · reported July 11, 2024 · Hyundai Motor America · 54,647 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
The risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 22V746000 · reported October 6, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · 56,148 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
The risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Lane departure9
Steering6
Electrical system3
Power train2
Seat belts1
Unknown or other1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 4, 2026 · Electrical system
The power steering motor fails at random and without warning, creating an imminent wreck hazard. At any time, the wheel will lose all power steering and simultaneously illuminate a red steering wheel warning on your dashboard. It takes significant force to turn the wheel once this happens. Secondly, when turning, a…

Aug 1, 2026 · Steering
The power steering system fails at random sometimes on the highway and off. This is very dangerous as it is very difficult to maneuver the car when I do not have the power steering working especially at highway speeds. This issue has not been reproduced as of yet or inspected. When I am driving first a lane departure…

Jun 18, 2026 · Steering
Complete power steering loss while on the highway. When resetting the car, the issue is resolved only to have power steering fail moments later

May 20, 2026 · Steering
I was driving when my power steering suddenly failed while the vehicle was in motion. I pulled into a plaza, turned off the vehicle, and after restarting it the power steering appeared to function normally again. The component that malfunctioned appears to be the power steering system, and this component along with…

Nov 25, 2025 · Steering
The electric power steering ceases to work, making it near impossible to steer or control the vehicle also, the power steering light and various other lights light up on the dash this is the intermittent reoccurring problem. The only way to remedy it at the time is to stop somewhere. Shut the vehicle off for a few…

Veloster N model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2019	1	4	0	0
2020	1	4	0	0
2021	2	18	1	1
2022	2	37	0	0

All Hyundai Veloster N years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N, the most recent reported on July 11, 2024 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump, control/drive module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N?: Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is lane departure (9 complaints), followed by steering (6).
How many 2021 Hyundai Veloster N complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 18 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 4, 2026.