Honda Civic vs Hyundai Veloster
For 2011–2021 models, the Honda Civic has 14.1 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 62.6 for the Hyundai Veloster. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2011–2021), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Honda Civic
14.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
77% fewer than the Hyundai Veloster
- Complaints
- 4,907
- Sold
- 3,484,512
- Recall campaigns
- 29
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2016. Fewest: 2011 and 2020–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 83,000 mi
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 40,000 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 41,000 mi
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 46,600 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 31,307 mi
Hyundai Veloster
62.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
4.4× the Honda Civic’s rate
- Complaints
- 1,284
- Sold
- 205,198
- Recall campaigns
- 10
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2012–2013, 2016 and 2021. Fewest: 2011, 2014 and 2018. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings)
Typically around 88,000 mi
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Sunroof and panoramic roof
Typically around 40,000 mi · repair $330–$620
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 23,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 79,000 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 75,584 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Honda Civic or the Hyundai Veloster?
For 2011–2021 models, the Honda Civic has 14.1 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Hyundai Veloster has 62.6, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Honda Civic?
The most-reported problem on the Honda Civic is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 83,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Hyundai Veloster?
The most-reported problem on the Hyundai Veloster is internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings), typically around 88,000 miles.
Which Honda Civic and Hyundai Veloster years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Honda Civic: 2016; Hyundai Veloster: 2012–2013, 2016 and 2021.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.