2016 Hyundai Veloster Service and Repair Manual
This factory service and repair manual is built around the 2016 Hyundai Veloster exactly as it left the factory that year, matched to your car's engine and trim, so each specification and tightening sequence you work to is the figure Hyundai published for this vehicle rather than one carried over from an adjacent model year.
Engines covered
- 1.6L inline-four (97 cu in) — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
- 1.6L inline-four (97 cu in) — DOHC, turbocharged, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 3-door hatchback
Trims covered
- Base
- Rally Edition
- SE
- Tech
- Turbo
- Turbo R-Spec
Known issues on the 2016 Veloster. One recall is on federal record for this model year, and it covers the engine. Hyundai is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster vehicles over the connecting rod bearings inside the engine, and a damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall. Owners have filed 297 complaints for the year and Hyundai has issued 95 technical service bulletins.
Whether you are tracing a stall on the 1.6L, turbocharged or naturally aspirated, or working through a scheduled service on a Base or Rally Edition car, it keeps you on Hyundai's own procedure and the correct figure for this 2016 Veloster.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Veloster, 2012 Santa Fe, 2011-2013 Sonata Hybrid, and 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 198.
Certain 2012 2017 model year Accent, 2012 2017 model year Azera, 2013 2018 model year Santa Fe Sport, 2013 2019 model year Santa Fe, and 2012 2017 model year Veloster vehicles may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and diagnostic
Some vehicles listed below may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and DTC(s) B1763 (OCS ECU Defect), and/or B1764 (OCS Mat Defect) may be stored. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage of the sensor for the Occupant Classifica
Some vehicles listed below may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and DTC(s) B1763 (OCS ECU Defect), and/or B1764 (OCS Mat Defect) may be stored. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage of the sensor for the Occupant Classifica
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous drivers-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These infla
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driverside airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN),
This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicles inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H (DTC P1326 Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine Replacement) or the latest version.
Upon customer's request ONLY, the Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 25-01-089H provides the service procedure for installation of a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and two anti-theft decals on the front windows. This repair pro
In addition to the Anti-Theft software provided under Service Campaign 993 (TSB 24-01-009H-1), a zinc reinforced ignition cylinder protector hardware upgrade is being made available to customers upon request. This supplemental security meas
Showing the 8 most recent of 125 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
PREVIOUS COMPLAINT # NHTSA FOR THIS ISSUE IS 11254423.
THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP FOR THE LAST YEAR. THE CAR HAS SIGNIFICANT VIBRATION WHEN TURNING ON MY AC AND LIGHTS. THE GAS MILEAGE HAS DROPPED FROM 30MPG TO 17 MPG. THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN TAKING OF AND STARTING. I WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WHERE THE ISSUES PARTIALLY CAUSED ME TO REAR END SOMEONE. THE CAR WAS TOTALED. IN THE VEHICLE INSPECTION THE INSURANCE COMPANY FOUND THE FRAME TWISTED. THE ACCIDENT WAS A LOW SPEED COLLISION WHERE NO ONE WAS INJURED OTHER THEN MYSELF AND
DRIVING AT SLOW SPEEDS AND FOOT OFF OF GAS, ENGINE SCREAMS BUT THE CAR DOES NOT MOVE EVEN THOUGH IT IS IN DRIVE. SLOWLY GOING UP A HILL IN DRIVE ECHO, ENGINE DIES AS I PRESS DOWN ON GAS PEDAL.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING IN RAIN AT APPROXIMATELY 22 MPH, THE DRIVER HYDROPLANED AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. DURING THE INCIDENT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED BUT NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHT THAT ILLUMINATED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A FACE CONTUSION AND MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS SOUGHT. A POLICE REPORT WAS TAKEN AT THE SCENE AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AWAY AS IT WAS NOT
Incident Description: I purchased a 2016 Hyundai Veloster (VIN: KMHTC6ADXGU255844) in May 2025. Shortly after purchase, the vehicle began exhibiting serious mechanical issues, including engine knocking, excessive oil consumption, stalling, misfiring, and loss of power. Despite these ongoing issues, the vehicle is listed as having Recall 198 completed. However, the symptoms associated with that recall continued and progressively worsened. The vehicle ultimately stalled in traffic while I was maki
TAKATA AIRBAG IN STEERING WHEEL DIDN'T WORK. SUFFERED BRAIN INJURY. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION GOING OVER 50 MPH ON JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA I95, HIT MEDIAN HEAD ON.
[XXX] WAS IN A CAR CRASH AND HIS AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CRASH REPORT NUMBER IS [XXX], COMPLETED BY THE FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BECAME UNCONTROLLABLE, CRASHED INTO THE MEDIAN, AND CROSSED THE HIGHWAY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD, NECK, AND BACK INJURIES, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT LOT. THE CONTACT CALLED MIKE MILLER HYUNDAI (2007 W PIONEER PKWY, PEORIA, IL 61615, (888) 372-7350) AND LEFT A VOICE M
TRAUMATIC CRITICAL FAILURE At [XXX] (XXX), in p/u spot, put car in P, got out, reached in to grab wallet when car lunged into R, as if being driven. Ran over & drug me until it hit another car to stop it. serious pain in L ribs (previously broken & healed 5 yrs prior), felt like sternum re-broken from accident prior year, broken & healed. Back pain. Onlookers horrified & called 911. Taken by ambulance to Baptist Medical Center3300 [XXX] . I told ER Dr about injuries. CT Scan performed, broke
CAR WAS T-BONED AT 60 MPH ON REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WHILE HAVING BACKPACK THAT WEIGHED IN EXCESS OF 65LBS IN REAR PASSENGER (RIGHT SIDE)AND NO RIGHT SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED EVEN THOUGH THE IMPACT WAS RIGHT AT THE AIRBAG SENSOR. IMMEDIATELY AFTER ACCIDENT CARBDROVE FINE FOR ABOUT 1 HOIUR AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN STARTED TO HESITATE DURING ACCELERATION. CAR WAS IN SHOP FOR ROUGGHLY 22 DAYS AND WHEN CAR CAME OUT OF BODY SHOP CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND TURN OFF FREQUENTLY.
IN SEPTEMBER 2017 I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT IN WHERE MY 2016 HYUNDAI VELOSTER BASE WAS T-BONED ON THE RIGHT REAR SIDE BY AN INFINITI SUV. I HAD FILED A PREVIOUS COMPLAINT WITH THE CALIFORNIA ATTORNEY GENERAL AGAINST HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA AND ALSO A COMPLAINT AGAINST HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA THEMSELVES. MY COMPLAINT WAS BASED ON THE FACT THAT MY VEHICLE WAS STRUCK AT A SPEED OF GREATER THAN 30 MILES PER HOUR AND LESS THAN 60 MILES PER HOUR AND THAT THE DAMAGES DONE TO MY VEHICLE WERE RIGHT ON THE
I took my 2016 Veloster in because my car was included in the rod bearing shavings possibly going back into engine and cause fire. I have since taken my car proven they didn’t pull the filters out or the oil pan to look for shavings as it’s should be check that way to ensure no findings of metal In oil. My car was in their service for over 28 hours without it being looked at. I called and somehow 15 minutes later the car is done and come get it and nothing is wrong ! I call BS my car is still a
AT APPROXIMATELY 37,000 MILES CURRENTLY AND PROPER DOCUMENTED MAINTENANCE AND CHECK REQUESTS ON VEHICLE, THIS CAR APPEARS TO NOT STOP AS IT SHOULD WHILE IN MOTION WHETHER AT HIGH SPEEDS OR LOW SPEEDS AND "SURGES" AND REQUIRES A LONGER STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH IS APPARENT IN ANY DRIVING WEATHER CONDITIONS. NO OBVIOUS SIGNS OF BRAKE WEAR OR REPLACEMENT NEEDS. NO INDICATOR SOUNDS.
MY CAR HESITATED FROM A STOP SIGN, THEN LAUNCHED FORWARD CAUSING IT TO UNCONTROLLABLY JUMP FORWARD VERY FAST. WHEN I WENT TO HIT THE BRAKES THEY FAILED TO ACTIVE, AND HAD TO PULL THE E BRAKE. THE CAR HAS HAD A SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR THE TCM ON MY DCT TRANSMISSION BUT THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO NOT BE ABLE TO BE FIXED. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS, AND COULD CAUSE A MAJOR ACCIDENT OR DEATH.
The engine overheated with no lights on the dash and the engine block cracked
Showing the 15 most serious of 221 complaints filed with NHTSA.
