2012 hyundai Veloster visibility problems

severe 64 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350

Complaints

Recalls

Crashes

Avg fix

$350

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 12V568000 07/12/2012

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2011, through April 17, 2012 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs

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.

Fix: 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.

severe NHTSA 13V051000 19/02/2013

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from July 4, 2011, through October 31, 2011 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs

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.

Fix: 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.

What owners are reporting 4 most recent

visibility · filed 12/29/2014

DRIVING AT 70MPH SOUTHBOUND ON I-5 NEAR ALBANY OR THE SUNROOF SUDDENLY IMPLODED, SHOWERING THE INSIDE OF THE CAR WITH GLASS. THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED AS WERE ALL OF THE WINDOWS AND THE SHADE WAS OPEN. DESPITE THE TRAFFIC I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND MY PASSENGER AND I COULD SHAKE OUT THE PIECES OF GLASS FROM OUR HAIR AND CLOTHES. APART FROM SOME SMALL CUTS THERE WERE NO SERI…

visibility · filed 12/27/2012

ON SEPTEMBER 16TH 2012, APPROXIMATELY 4 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, I WAS DRIVING EAST ON I-90 AT ABOUT 70 MPH WHEN MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. THERE WERE NO VEHICLES IN MY IMMEDIATE VICINITY AND NO FOREIGN OBJECT MADE CONTACT OR ENTERED MY VEHICLE. THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED WHEN THIS HAPPENED AND I WAS NOT TRYING TO OPERATE IT AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. IT SOUNDED LIKE A WATER BALLOON POPPED AND…

visibility · filed 12/22/2016

THE HYUNDAI VELOSTER 2012 HAD A RECALL A FEW YEARS AGO CONCERNING THE SUDDEN EXPLOSION OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF. I TOOK IN MY VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY TO BE CHECKED OUT AND WAS TOLD THE SUNROOF WAS FINE. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT ABOUT 65/70 MILES PER HOUR ON THE HIGHWAY DURING RUSH HOUR, AN EXTREMELY LOUD BANG OCCURRED. I IMMEDIATELY ASSOCIATED THE LOUD BANG AS A GUN SHOT. GLASS FROM THE CEILING FE…

visibility · filed 12/15/2022

There is an issue with this vehicle's panoramic sunroof and lift-gate windows spontaneously exploding while traveling. These incidents occur within 3 weeks of each other. The first incident occurred on Nov 28th with my liftgate glass shattering on its own while traveling with my dog on the interstate. I was maintaining a speed of 70 mph and just made a lane change. It was just an unexpected loud c…

Common questions

How serious is the visibility problem on the 2012 hyundai Veloster?

It's a meaningful issue. 64 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $350.

At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to visibility?

Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover visibility issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.