Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2009 Hyundai Accent. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Brake Light Switch may not Function
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning brake light switch may also prevent the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position.
- Consequence
- Failure to illuminate the brake lights during braking or the inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an expansion of 13V-113.
Stop Lamp Switch may Function Intermittently
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
- Consequence
- Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
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Owner complaints (101)
101 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 101 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 27 | 26.7% |
| Service brakes | 15 | 14.9% |
| Visibility/wiper | 13 | 12.9% |
| Exterior lighting | 11 | 10.9% |
| Electrical system | 9 | 8.9% |
| Power train | 9 | 8.9% |
| Engine | 6 | 5.9% |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 5.9% |
| Structure | 5 | 5% |
| Suspension | 5 | 5% |
How 2009 compares with other Accent years
Best and worst Accent years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 49 | 1 |
| 2006 | 43 | 3 |
| 2007 | 88 | 3 |
| 2008 | 101 | 1 |
| 2009 | 101 | 2 |
| 2010 | 87 | 1 |
| 2011 | 38 | 1 |
| 2012 | 153 | 2 |
| 2013 | 141 | 1 |
| 2014 | 79 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 29 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,300
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 306 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 29 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 33 / 29 | $2,300 | 306 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 35 / 29 | $2,300 | 306 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2009 Hyundai Accent FAQ
How many recalls does the 2009 Hyundai Accent have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 15V566000 (brake), 13V113000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2009 Hyundai Accent problems?
Owners filed 101 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (27), Service brakes (15), Visibility/wiper (13) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2009 Hyundai Accent get?
EPA rates the 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 27 city, 33 highway and 29 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2009 Accent compare with other years?
Among the 2005–2014 Hyundai Accent model years at least five years old, the 2011 drew the fewest complaints (38) and the 2012 the most (153). The 2009 drew 101. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
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.