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The short version
- Hyundai Veloster wheel bearing parts split by end: the rear is a bolt-on hub, the front presses into its own hub.
- First generation (2012-2017) rear hub assembly is 512492, catalog verified across all trims including the Turbo.
- The first generation front is a press-in bearing sold as a kit in the 510093 family, shared with the 2007-2018 Elantra and Kia Forte.
- Second generation cars (2019 on) use front hub bearing 513420, shared with the Kona, 2017-2020 Elantra, and Ioniq.
Hyundai built the Veloster on the Elantra platform, then wrapped it in an unusual three door coupe body. The wheel bearing layout underneath follows the donor car in some ways and breaks from it in others. Shoppers who expect every corner to bolt on the same way run into trouble at the front axle.
Veloster wheel bearing numbers at a glance
The rear hub assembly on every first generation Veloster, base through Turbo, is 512492. It is catalog verified and bolts straight to the knuckle.
The front is a different animal. It presses into a separate hub and ships as a kit. That kit sits in the 510093 family, shared with the 2007-2018 Elantra and Kia Forte.
Hyundai Veloster wheel bearing part numbers
| Years | Detail | Number |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 on (2nd gen) | Front hub bearing, shared with Kona, 2017-2020 Elantra, Ioniq | 513420 check price |
| 2012-2017 (1st gen) | Rear hub assembly, all trims including Turbo | 512492 check price |
| 2012-2017 (1st gen) | Front wheel bearing kit, shared with Elantra and Forte | 510093 check price |
Every model year this chart resolves: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2019.
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Buyers search for a bolt-on front hub assembly and come up empty. On the first generation Veloster, the front bearing presses into its own hub. Only the rear ships as a complete bolt-on unit.
The press job needs a retaining ring and a new axle nut, not just a bearing. Second generation front listings under 513420 are sold as a hub unit already. That is a different design from the first generation press-in setup.
Match the year and generation before ordering, not just the word front.
Shared bones with the Elantra
The Veloster rides on the same compact platform as the Elantra, and the front bearing kit reflects that. The 510093 family also covers the Kia Forte, a cousin under different badges. None of this changes the rear, which keeps its own Veloster specific hub number.
Hyundai’s broader lineup reuses bearing hardware across body styles more often than not. A coupe and a sedan can share a front corner even when nothing else about them looks alike.
Owners cross-shopping parts should check both the Elantra and Forte before assuming a Veloster specific listing exists. The front kit rarely lists Veloster by name first in older catalogs.
Press-in front, bolt-on rear
The front press-in wheel bearing job is the part that surprises DIY owners most. It calls for a press, plus a retaining ring and a new axle nut. The rear bolts on with hand tools and a jack.
A wheel bearing going bad announces itself the same way regardless of design. Learn how to check a wheel bearing before assuming which end needs the work. Watch whether the noise changes on turns.
A DIY press job without the right tool risks a bearing that seats crooked. Shops with a hydraulic press finish the front corner in about the same time as the bolt-on rear.
Diagnosing a Hyundai Veloster wheel bearing
- Listen for the pattern. A worn wheel bearing usually growls or hums, and the pitch tracks with road speed rather than engine RPM.
- Load one side. Weave gently at low speed and note whether the noise gets louder when weight shifts toward the suspect wheel.
- Jack up the corner. With the wheel off the ground, grab it at 12 and 6 o’clock and rock for play.
- Spin and feel. Turn the wheel by hand and feel for grinding or roughness a brake issue would not explain.
- Check the ABS light. Many hub assemblies house the ABS tone ring, and a failed bearing can trip a speed sensor code too.
Common questions
Does the Hyundai Veloster wheel bearing use the same part as the Elantra?
The front does, at least for the first generation. It falls in the 510093 kit family that also covers the 2007-2018 Elantra and the Kia Forte. The rear hub, 512492, is specific to the Veloster and not listed as shared.
Is the front Veloster wheel bearing a bolt-on hub?
No. On the first generation car it presses into a separate hub, with a new retaining ring and axle nut. The second generation front, 513420, is commonly sold as a hub unit.
What is the rear wheel bearing part number for a Veloster Turbo?
512492 covers the rear on every first generation trim, Turbo included. It is catalog verified, so no separate Turbo specific number exists in the records here.
Does the second generation Veloster share its front bearing with other Hyundai models?
Yes. Front hub bearing 513420 is a retail listing shared with the Kona, the 2017-2020 Elantra, and the Ioniq. Match the year range before ordering, since Elantra generations changed mid cycle.
Can I press the front Veloster wheel bearing myself at home?
It is possible with the right press and sockets, but most owners send it to a shop. The retaining ring and axle nut torque matter as much as the press itself. A botched press job can ruin a new bearing before it ever sees a mile of road.