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2012 Hyundai Veloster Recalls

6 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Park Outside advisory found

1 campaign carries a Park Outside instruction. Read the highlighted campaign details below and confirm applicability to your VIN immediately.

Campaign 23V651000

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Sep 22, 2023

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Hyundai Veloster average of 2.3 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Visibility › Sun/moon Roof Assembly, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2012 Hyundai Veloster recall campaigns

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Park outside and away from structures

NHTSA campaign 23V651000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit / Module

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Sep 22, 2023

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Safety consequence

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V132000

Electrical System

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Feb 28, 2023

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles. High conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor (RPAS), which can result in an electrical short circuit.

Safety consequence

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 242.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V393000

Equipment › Electrical

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Jul 2, 2020

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.

Safety consequence

An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 13V051000

Visibility › Sun/moon Roof Assembly

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company

Reported Feb 19, 2013

What is recalled

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 4, 2011, through October 31, 2011 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may have been weakened during installation at the factory.

Safety consequence

If the assembly was weakend at the factory, the panoramic glass panel may break while the vehicle is in motion leading to personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sunroof's integrity and replace the sunroof glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began during March 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 12V568000

Visibility › Sun/moon Roof Assembly

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company

Reported Dec 7, 2012

What is recalled

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2011, through April 17, 2012 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may been weakened during installation at the factory.

Safety consequence

If the assembly was weakend at the factory, the panoramic glass panel may break while the vehicle is in motion leading to personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sunroof's integrity and replace the sunroof glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 12V567000

Parking Brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage And Cable

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company

Reported Dec 7, 2012

What is recalled

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 2, 2011, through February 27, 2012 and equipped with manual transmissions. Moisture and road grime may cause the parking brake components to bind.

Safety consequence

If the parking brake components bind, the parking brake may not operate properly, and the parking brake may drag while driving or may not fully engage when the vehicle is parked. If the parking brake is not fully engaged when parked, a manual transmission may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2012 Hyundai Veloster recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Hyundai Veloster have?

This verified dataset contains 6 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2012 Hyundai Veloster. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2012 Hyundai Veloster?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology