2017 Hyundai VELOSTER
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2017 Hyundai VELOSTER has 69 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.6x the segment average of 114. The most common issue is engine problems (38% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2017 hyundai veloster. while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost power and would not properly accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. the contact also stated that the speed began to decrease before the engine stalled, the check engine indicator.
69
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
5/5
Safety Stars
0.6x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
ENGINE
26 complaints- • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SPEED BEGAN TO DECREASE BEFORE THE ENGINE STALLED, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR
- • VEHICLE STALLS WHEN TAKING FOOT OFF THE BRAKE. WON'T PROPERLY DRIVE
- • I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK MY CAR STALLED OUT GOING THRU AN INTERSECTION. I WENT ABOUT ANOTHER HALF MILE AND PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR TO CLIMB THE HILL BY MY APARTMENT AND I HERD A LOUD BANG LOST ALL POWER AND OIL AT THE SAME TIME I WAS ABLE TO COAST INTO MY APARTMENT WHERE IT IS STILL SITTING I HA
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SPEED BEGAN TO DECREASE BEFORE THE ENGINE STALLED, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2017 Hyundai VELOSTER
Based on 33 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 35K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.
ENGINE
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 Hyundai VELOSTER
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
5-Year Gas Price History
EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → todaySource: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Hyundai VELOSTER
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Hyundai VELOSTER Service Intervals
Turbo engines (1.6T, 2.0T) need premium fuel and more frequent oil (some owners service at 5,000 miles).
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Hyundai New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
10 years/100K powertrain warranty is transferable only to first purchaser after initial owner
These are the terms for a new Hyundai. If you're buying a used 2017 VELOSTER, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Hyundai dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 69 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SPEED BEGAN TO DECREASE BEFORE THE ENGINE STALLED, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WHILE DRIVING 58 MPH, THE VEHICLE FISHTAILED AND CRASHED INTO A FENCE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED DESTROYED; HOWEVER, THE I
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐TRANSMISSION: I WAS TRAVELING IN A SNOWSTORM ON THE HIGHWAY. THE ENGINE BEGAN REVVING AND THE TACHOMETER WENT WAY UP. NO TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT WENT ON AND I BEGAN SLOWING DOWN WITH VEHICLES BEHIND ME. I PULLED THROUGH THE TRAFFIC AND GOT TO THE SHOULDER. THE CAR WAS STILL IN DRIVE BUT THE WHEELS WOULDN'T TURN. I
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐AIR BAGS: MY BLUE LINK CONNECTED CARE HAS SENT ME 3 MONTHLY HEALTH REPORTS OF MY VEHICLE AND HAVE ALL SAID AIR BAG PROBLEM NEED SERVICE IMMEDIATELY BUT I HAVE NO LIGHT TURNED ON IN MY TACHOMETER, I BARELY GOT THIS CAR 3 MONTHS IT'S TOO SOON TO HAVE A PROBLEM LIKE THIS AND ALSO HAVE TOOK IT TO GET IT SERVICED
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Hyundai VELOSTER — Year Comparison
How does 2017 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 69
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 6
- Injury reports
- 2
- Segment avg
- 114
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