Hyundai Accent years to avoid and best years
Newer Hyundai Accent years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2013 has the most complaints per year, at 12 (141 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2019 at 2 (from 31 complaints), 2020 at 2 (from 12 complaints), and 2018 at 2 (from 19 complaints). On the 2013 Hyundai Accent, 22 of 141 complaints name Hydraulic brakes.
Data as of .
Hyundai Accent reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Hyundai Accent. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 → | 4 | 16 | 2 | Seat belts | 36 |
| 2021 → | 4 | 16 | 4 | Seat belts | 34.5 |
| 2020 → Fewest | 2 | 12 | 4 | Engine | 34.5 |
| 2019 → Fewest | 2 | 31 | 1 | Engine | 31.5 |
| 2018 → Fewest | 2 | 19 | 1 | Engine | 31.5 |
| 2017 → | 6 | 68 | 0 | Air bags | 30.5 |
| 2016 → | 9 | 100 | 0 | Engine | 30.5 |
| 2015 → | 4 | 70 | 2 | Air bags | 30.5 |
| 2014 → | 2 | 80 | 1 | Engine | 30.5 |
| 2013 → Most | 12 | 141 | 1 | Hydraulic brakes | 31.5 |
| 2012 → | 11 | 153 | 2 | Engine | 31.5 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- 5W-20 or 5W-30 (1.6L Gamma) · 3.8 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 185/65R15 to 195/55R16 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA campaign 23V651000. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- 0W-20 (1.6L Smartstream) · 4 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 185/65R15 to 195/55R16 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA campaign 21V619000. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release." A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury. Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Accent years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2019 at 2 (from 31 complaints), 2020 at 2 (from 12 complaints), and 2018 at 2 (from 19 complaints).
Which Hyundai Accent year has the most owner complaints?
2013 has the most complaints per year, at 12 (141 complaints). On the 2013 Hyundai Accent, 22 of 141 complaints name Hydraulic brakes.
How do Hyundai Accent owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Hyundai Accent years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones.
What oil does a Hyundai Accent take?
RB (2012-2017) 1.6L Gamma: 5W-20 or 5W-30. HC (2018-on) 1.6L Smartstream: 0W-20. Confirm the manual for your year.
What does NHTSA campaign 21V619000 cover on later Accents?
Certain 2018-2020 Accent vehicles (with other Hyundai models): the trunk latch may become damaged, preventing opening the trunk from the inside.
When did the HC-generation Accent start?
Model year 2018 on this site (after RB 2012-2017).