2021 Hyundai VENUE problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
28 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
5,809 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2021 model year. Data snapshot: . 6 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Unknown Or Other is the most frequently named component, appearing in 13 of 28 complaints (46.4%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering behavior | 3 | 10.7% |
| Engine operation | 2 | 7.1% |
| Braking behavior | 2 | 7.1% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 3.6% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 3.6% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 3.6% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Electrical System:Horn | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
Unknown Or Other: 13; Electrical System: 8; Seat Belts: 4; Electrical System:Horn: 3; Engine: 3; Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera: 2; Fuel/Propulsion System: 2; Power Train: 2
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 5 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 5; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (5). 22 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 2 |
2020: 1; 2021: 6; 2022: 6; 2023: 7; 2024: 6; 2025: 2
Pattern summary
Unknown Or Other leads the component reports. Steering behavior appears in 3 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 2 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 2 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11439004 · 2021-11-02 (November 2, 2021)
My daughter was driving the car and about to go around a turn when she says her steering locked up and she ran over a curb on the opposite side of the road, popping two tires. She was going slow enough at the time that there were no injuries, only damage to the car. We told the dealership about the incident and had it towed to the dealership. The dealership did not thoroughly address the problem. When I took the car from the dealership I tried to jiggle the keys as I was driving. I had this problem with a Chrysler years ago. If the key was bump…
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Owner report 11528474 · 2023-06-23 (June 23, 2023)
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he made a left turn, and the steering wheel became firm and difficult to maneuver. The contact then stated that the electronic power steering warning light and the safety and steering features warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to navigate the vehicle off the road safely. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ECU (Electronic Control Module) failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not ye…
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Owner report 11616030 · 2024-09-23 (September 23, 2024)
Loss of drive power and rough idle. Intermittent no start due to voltage drop. Suspected shorted egr valve causing multiple parts on the same circut to go bad. Brought the car to dealer for the 6th time due to loss of power while driving and rough idle. Asked for a diagnostic of the egr valve due to matching symptoms to the egr recall of the 2024 venue which is the same part number installed in my vehicle. Was informed they can't get it covered under warranty without a code present even if it was faulty. Was sent on my way with a dangerously …
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Owner report 11445633 · 2021-12-30 (December 30, 2021)
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the pedal would travel to the floorboard. Additionally, there was an abnormal vibration in the pedal. The contact stated that the stability control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer to be inspected. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and the contact was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 23,000.
Owner-reported narrative. 23,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11445633 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11672906 · 2025-07-11 (July 11, 2025)
Last week I was driving my daughter’s Venue and the brakes became hard. Crunching noises. I suspected I had dropped my water bottle and perhaps it rolled under the brake pedal. It was hard to depress I heard the same crunching noises as I tried to use the brakes. Drove home 1.5 miles slowly and it continued to occur all the way. I had it towed to the dealer. Been there a week and they cannot replicate it. I mentioned I had an oil change 48 hours earlier. They said the oil had been over filled which they corrected. I contacted Jiffy Lube a…
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Owner report 11598743 · 2024-07-03 (July 3, 2024)
Lost all acceleration and car started bucking while making a a left through oncoming traffic narrowly avoiding getting t boned on passenger side of vehicle with my child on that side of vehicle. No check engine light or codes during or after incident. Even though the car was now not idling correctly. had car towed to dealer for the fifth time and they reprogrammed the transmission for the third time. They called to tell me it was ready for pick up. I refused and asked that they diagnose the issue since it has become dangerous to drive the veh…
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Owner report 11560029 · 2023-12-13 (December 13, 2023)
The backup camera stays on even in neutral and drive mode. In reverse the guide lines are present, however they are not present when in drive or neutral but the camera remains on. This is a safety hazard because it is very distracting to drive forward with live video on the 8" screen. I believe this is also illegal in my state when my teen is driving the car as state law does not permit drivers age 16-18 to use any hands-free devices when driving. I'm sure this includes live video being displayed even if it is the backup camera. Dealership re…
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Owner report 11587645 · 2024-05-08 (May 8, 2024)
My car honk is constantly. Not working since.i.puchase the vehicle my passenger seat belt.lighr is always ringing even when seat is empty. My lane assist while on cause wheel to shift while driving. My gas tank used to hold up.to 420 Gallo s for a fill up. Now only hold up to 350miles.for fillup.fill up. While Turing on highway vechile wants to crash into wall by itself.
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