Model year guide

2020 Hyundai veloster n

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Hyundai veloster n is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2020 Hyundai veloster n — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2020 Hyundai veloster n at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints3
Combined25 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2020 Hyundai veloster n recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:control/drive Module NHTSA Campaign #24V528000 · manufacturer #262-023G · 11/07/2024

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.

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 owne…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2020 Hyundai veloster n common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2020 Hyundai veloster n MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionManual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume20 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Hyundai veloster n costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Fuel only$16,500
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
167.7 in
Width
70.9 in
Height
54.7 in
Wheelbase
104.3 in
Curb weight
3,106 lb
Front track
61.0 in
Rear track
61.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2020 Hyundai veloster n. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 10

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not suppl…

Bulletin DTN DL · Air Bags · Apr 2026

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been iden…

Bulletin DTN DCS · Air Bags · Apr 2026

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lam…

Bulletin 25-BD-012H TSB · Exterior Lighting · Nov 2025

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reestablish the connectio…

Bulletin 25-01-024H-1 TSB · Electrical System · May 2025

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon's communication network. If you are experiencing issues with remote commands, or other…

Bulletin 25-01-024H EM · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reestablish the connectio…

Bulletin 25-01-024H TSB · Electrical System · Mar 2025

Certain 2019 - 2022 model year Veloster N, 2022 - 2023 model year Elantra N, and 2022 - 2023 model year Kona N vehicles may have a Fuel Control Valve (FCV) in the High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) assemblies that could allow excess fuel to enter the fuel pump. Th…

Bulletin 25-FL-002H OL · Fuel/propulsion System · Mar 2025

Certain 2019-2022MY Veloster N (JSN), 2022-2023MY Elantra N (CN7N), and 2022-2023MY Kona N (OSN) vehicles are equipped with high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) assemblies that have fuel control valves (FCV) that could allow excess fuel to enter the fuel pump due to…

Bulletin 25-FL-002H TSB · Fuel/propulsion System · Feb 2025

Certain Elantra N (CN7 N), Kona N (OS N), and Veloster N (JS N) vehicles may have DTC P1326 set due to water intrusion in the knock sensor connector during heavy rain or car wash conditions. There is no abnormal engine noise present, and the vehicle may enter…

Bulletin 24-EM-010H · Engine · Dec 2024

N Vehicles are designed to maximize dynamic steering performance. In normal Ackerman steering geometry, the inner front tire turns more than the outer tire to help cornering in low-speed situations, i.e., parking lot maneuvering or sharp U-turns. N vehicles ha…

Bulletin 24-ST-001H · Wheels · Dec 2024

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the VELOSTER N FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2020 Hyundai veloster n trims & engines on record

Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 250 hp

2020 Hyundai veloster n vehicles on record

2020 Hyundai veloster n — frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Hyundai veloster n have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2020 Hyundai veloster n. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai veloster n?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering.

What gas mileage does the 2020 Hyundai veloster n get?

The 2020 Hyundai veloster n has a U.S. EPA estimate of 25 mpg combined (22 city / 29 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.