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Hyundai Accent Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 25 recall campaigns across the Hyundai Accent, 1991–2022. Owners have filed 2,031 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2012 drew the most (153) and the 2020 the fewest (12).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls25campaignsCovering 1991–2022 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints2,031filedOwner reports across 30 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Crash tests4★overall★★★★☆2022 model, latest ratedSource: NHTSA NCAP Fuel economy36mpg combined2022 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Hyundai Accent complaints by model year

2,031 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2020 · 12 complaints
  • 2021 · 16 complaints
  • 2018 · 19 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2012 · 153 complaints
  • 2013 · 141 complaints
  • 2016 · 101 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2013–2022. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Hyundai Accent owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2013201420152016201720182019202020212022
Engine 3418203323819443
Air bags 141126292114202
Service brakes 4225128520012
Electrical system 1851026932126
Unknown or other 1669161633104
Steering 88211100113
Structure 7256421200
Power train 12153600001

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Hyundai Accent recalls (25)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Accent model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Hyundai Accent
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
23V651000Sep 22, 2023ABS Unit May Cause Engine Compartment Fire2012–201531.7%
22V354000May 19, 2022Seat Belt Pretensioners May Explode2020, 2021, 202288.7%
22V311000May 6, 2022Unsecured Steering Column2021, 202250%
22V218000Apr 1, 2022Seat Belt Pretensioners May Explode2020—
22V069000Feb 9, 2022Seat Belt Pretensioner May Explode2020, 2021—
21V937000Dec 2, 2021Reduced Braking Performance202168%
21V619000Aug 6, 2021Trunk Emergency Release May Fail/FMVSS 4012018, 2019, 202074.5%
20V393000Jul 2, 2020Accessory Power Outlet May Overheat201249.7%
15V566000Sep 8, 2015Brake Light Switch may not Function2009, 2010, 201137.7%
15V218000Apr 13, 2015Air Bag may Deploy when Child Restraint is in Seat201586.2%
13V113000Apr 1, 2013Stop Lamp Switch may Function Intermittently2006–2009—
09V280000Jul 21, 2009STOP LAMP SWITCH2005, 2006, 2007—
09V122000Apr 15, 2009STOP LAMP SWITCH ASSEMBLY2006, 2007—
02V341000Dec 20, 2002HYUNDAI/FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM CORROSION1995, 1996—
02V167000Jun 25, 2002HYUNDAI/FMVSS 201/OCCUPANT PROTECTION2000, 2001, 2002—

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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Crash-test stars by model year

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the Hyundai Accent (most-tested body style each year)
Model yearOverallFrontalSideRolloverTested as
2022★★★★☆4★5★4★4 dr fwd
2021★★★★☆4★5★4★4 dr fwd
2020★★★★☆4★5★4★4 dr fwd
2017★★★★☆4★4★4★4 dr fwd
2016★★★★☆4★4★4★4 dr fwd
2015★★★★☆4★4★4★4 dr fwd
2014★★★★☆4★4★4★4 dr fwd
2013★★★★☆4★4★4★4 dr fwd
2012★★★★☆4★4★4★4 dr fwd

Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy by model year

200929 mpg
201030–31 mpg
201129–30 mpg
201231–32 mpg
201331–32 mpg
201430–31 mpg
201530–31 mpg
201630–31 mpg
201730–31 mpg
201831–32 mpg
201931–32 mpg
202033–36 mpg
202133–36 mpg
202236 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2022 Hyundai Accent report17 complaints · 2 campaigns →2021 Hyundai Accent report16 complaints · 4 campaigns →2020 Hyundai Accent report12 complaints · 4 campaigns →Every Hyundai modelHyundai models →

Hyundai Accent FAQ

How many recalls has the Hyundai Accent had?

NHTSA lists 25 recall campaigns that cover at least one Hyundai Accent model year from 1991 to 2022. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Hyundai Accent year has the most complaints?

Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2012 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (153) and the 2020 the fewest (12). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Hyundai Accent problems?

Across the 2013–2022 model years, owners most often name the engine, air bags, service brakes in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Hyundai Accent get?

EPA rates the 2022 Hyundai Accent at 36 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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