Is the Hyundai Accent Reliable?
2000–2023 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Hyundai Accent Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2022 | 2 | 21 | 3 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 13 | 2 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 2 | 7 | 1 | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 18 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 12 | 1 | — | 94 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 0 | 57 | 7 | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 0 | 67 | 6 | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2015 | 1 | 47 | 8 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 0 | 42 | 11 | — | 87 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Accent Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Accent scores 15 points above the average sedan — a strong result.
Known Hyundai Accent Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 284 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai Accent reliable?+
The Hyundai Accent scores 87/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 8 recall campaigns and 284 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Accent is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2018 Accent achieved the highest reliability score of 94/100 with 0 recalls and 12 complaints.
How many miles does a Accent last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Hyundai Accent owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Accent will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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