2015 Hyundai Veloster electrical system problems

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 27, 2026NCElectrical System

   Climate control module burnt out (highly common problem). Replaced it along with new connection and it melted the control switch and fried the connector again. Hyundai has acknowledged this very common issue but still hasn't done a recall for the cheap wiring in the vehicle. Ive had smoke come out of my dash the 1st time. They dont sell the control know individually so you have to buy the whole console and they dont sell new connector so you have to buy the entire wiring…

   NHTSA complaint #11767280 · source
2. Filed Jun 10, 2026SCElectrical System

   The climate control fan knob suddenly stopped working. I smelled a burning smell on the interior of the car. I pulled the panel off and noticed that the plug to the climate control harness was burnt. I can no longer utilize the climate control system.

   NHTSA complaint #11743354 · source
3. Filed Jun 27, 2025FLBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   ABS, EPS, check engine light appeared on dashboard then car’s steering wheel stiffed and car lost power. Vehicle’s hood smells burnt and has fumes come out after driving for 10-20minutes. My safety and my family’s was endangered as this happened while driving on the road. Not at a stop sign or a red traffic light but while driving. The dealer has refused to inspect/address the issue without having me paid close to $2,500.00 for other repairs.

   NHTSA complaint #11669788 · source
4. Filed Jun 15, 2025PAElectrical System

   The climate control switch melted. Available for inspection I was getting smoked out by plastic fumes. Researched this issues with all data No No lights.

   NHTSA complaint #11667039 · source
5. Filed Sep 3, 2024NCElectrical System

   AC Fan control switch has melted and filled car with smoke. Fan control switch has overheated. The switch has melted and will not work at all.

   NHTSA complaint #11612425 · source
6. Filed Aug 17, 2024KYElectrical System

   The Hvac heater control assembly and panel shorted out and melted all the components (wiring harness, connector, temperature control knob). All these parts need replaced. There's no AC, heat or defrost, etc...until this is fixed. Also this is a 16 year old drivers vehicle and could have resulted in a much worse incident if she had been driving it when it occurred.

   NHTSA complaint #11609108 · source
7. Filed Jul 3, 2024AZElectrical System

   The connection to my AC control knob burned up and my AC only works between 2 & 3. This could have easily caused a fire as the connection and the knob are melted and burned. How has there not been a recall for this issue as there are many complaints that have been reported on this issue. This is a safety hazard!

   NHTSA complaint #11598698 · source
8. Filed Jun 27, 2024NCFireElectrical System

   On 06/252024 I was driving on my way home and my cars climate control were unresponsive and I smelt something burning. I arrived home removed the center console of my vehicle and noticed the AC control plug had melted and was burnt.

   NHTSA complaint #11597238 · source
9. Filed May 7, 2024CABrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   This has happened on 4 different occasions. I'm on the highway and my speedometer slams to zero and everything involving the brakes lights up in my dash. The car continues to drive but it's pretty worrisome as I drive 70mph around alot of traffic. I have been able to pull over every time but it's still beyond unacceptable. I've had my Veloster a little under a year and I don't know if the other recall involving the motor being replaced was taken care of. It was a recall…

   NHTSA complaint #11587568 · source
10. Filed Apr 17, 2024TXBrakesElectrical System

    The safety recall on my vehicle has been open for nearly 7 months with a risk of fire. There is still no status as to when my vehicle can be serviced to prevent this risk of fire. I find this lack of urgency completely unacceptable considering the risk.

    NHTSA complaint #11583540 · source
11. Filed Jan 22, 2024104,631 miINBrakesElectrical System

    HVAC system wiring is melted, only works intermittently between knob #3-4. check engine light comes off and on for Wheel Speed Sensor (all 4) Invalid/No Signal. Fuses consistently blow. Multiple complains have been made by other 2015 Hyundai Veloster Turbo owners. In addition to these issues being a HUGE fire risk, there was a new fire risk safety recall issued in sept 2023 with no resolution. Hyundais only current resolution for this is to “park away from structures in the…

    NHTSA complaint #11567090 · source
12. Filed Jan 22, 2024INBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

    HVAC system has failed twice, upon inspecting, connections are melted. This is a fire RISK. Fuses constantly blow. Check engine light constantly comes on and after having auto zone diagnose, issues include Power Train System (P2261), anti-lock brake system - Wheel Speed Sensor (all 4) show invalid/No Signal. Constant knocking noise under the engine which related to the Rod bearing recall. This car is a FIRE and SAFETY HAZARD waiting to happen. My outlets barely produce…

    NHTSA complaint #11567085 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology