Hyundai Accent Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Hyundai Accent — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023Best | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2022 | 2 | 15 | 1 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2021 | 4 | 16 | 1 | SEAT BELTS | Full report → |
| 2020 | 4 | 12 | 2 | STRUCTURE | Full report → |
| 2019Worst | 1 | 29 | 1 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2018 | 1 | 17 | 1 | ENGINE | Full report → |
Most Common Accent Problems
Based on 89 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Hyundai Accent Reliability
What year Accent has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 Hyundai Accent had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 29 complaints and 1 safety recalls. See the full 2019 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Hyundai Accent reliable?
The Hyundai Accent has accumulated 89 owner-filed complaints and 12 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2023 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Accent.
What are the most common Accent problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Hyundai Accent across recent model years are: ENGINE (25 reports), SEAT BELTS (9 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (7 reports), AIR BAGS (5 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my Accent has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Hyundai Accent using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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