2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT
2 recalls, 128 complaints - 51 TSBs
15V566000 Sep 8, 2015
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
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 whe... Read more
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 e... Read more
13V113000 Apr 1, 2013
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
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 Tiburo... Read more
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... Read more
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.
Complaint Statistics
128 total complaints
9 crashes 1 fires 4 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 27 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 13 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 10 |
| POWER TRAIN | 8 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 7 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 |
| ENGINE | 5 |
| VISIBILITY | 5 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 5 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Aug 1, 2025
Vehicle propulsion system failed, as a result vehicle rolled down an inclined driveway in to the street and was stuck in the middle on the street in traffic. Vehicle had started normally, was able to shift into Drive, no obvious warning lights or error messages displayed. Vehicle would shift into D... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
May 24, 2023
Incident date: May 18, 2023
The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the headlights intermittently failed to operate as needed. The headlight bulbs detached from the headlight socket with the headlight message displayed on the instrument panel. The headlights were replaced multiple times by an independen... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 16, 2023
Incident date: Mar 2, 2023
The vehicle wouldn’t start, just kept idolizing. After trying for 10 minutes then getting a new key battery, the vehicle started then engine light was on. A code for crankshaft was on. But then check engine light went off by time I was home. Car broke down in middle of road. Wheel and breaks locke... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 9, 2022
Incident date: Jan 9, 2022
Air bag light on at 146018 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 3, 2021
Incident date: Dec 2, 2021
The rear windshield shattered for no reason. Because of the tint we had installed it stayed intact but you can't see through it. The car is in my driveway if you want to see it, but I have an appointment for Safelite to repair it on Monday, Dec 6, 2021. No, it has not been inspected by the police o... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 1, 2020
Incident date: Oct 1, 2020
MY BRAKE LIGHTS WORK THEN THEY DONT I HAVE REPLACED FUSES BULBS I DONT KNOW WHAT ELSE TO CHECK THEY WAS WORKING YESTERDAY TODAY I WAS TOLD MY BRAKES LIGHT WASNT WORKING AFTER ALMOST GETTING REAR ENDED. I WAS STOPPING AT A RED LIGHT. THIS ISNT THE FIRST TIME IT HAS HAPPENED
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 1, 2020
Incident date: Oct 1, 2020
MY BRAKE LIGHTS WORK THEN THEY DONT I HAVE REPLACED FUSES BULBS I DONT KNOW WHAT ELSE TO CHECK THEY WAS WORKING YESTERDAY TODAY I WAS TOLD MY BRAKES LIGHT WASNT WORKING AFTER ALMOST GETTING REAR ENDED. I WAS STOPPING AT A RED LIGHT. THIS ISNT THE FIRST TIME IT HAS HAPPENED
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 9, 2020
Incident date: Jul 1, 2020
THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR LOCK STOPPED WORKING ABOUT TWO MONTHS AGO. CAN NOT UNLOCK THE DOOR MANUALLY INSIDE OR WITH A KEY OUTSIDE OR WITH REMOTE. DESPITE THE AGE OF THE VEHICLE OR WARRANTY, THIS IS WITHOUT A DOUBT A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE, AND THE, NHTSA, SHOULD HAVE ALREADY HAVE HAD ORDERED A MANDATOR... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 15, 2020
Incident date: Dec 25, 2019
THE CAR WILL STALL WHILE RUNNING THEN WILL TURN OVER BUT NOT START FOR A BRIEF PERIOD OF TIME. IT HAS DONE THIS WHILE SITTING AT A RED LIGHT OR IN MOTION ROUNDING A CORNER.
SUSPENSION
Feb 15, 2020
Incident date: Feb 8, 2020
I WAS INTERESTED IN THIS CAR BUT BEFORE PURCHASING I TOOK IT TO FIRESTONE FOR A PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION. ONE OF THE REPAIRS NEEDED WAS A CV AXLE. IT WAS POPPING WHEN YOU MAKE TURNS AND VISIBLY LEAKING GREASE. THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS WITHOUT DRASTICALLY INCREASING THE PRICE. ES... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 14, 2020
Incident date: Feb 14, 2020
2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAGS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED.*JS
AIR BAGS
Dec 9, 2019
Incident date: Dec 7, 2019
WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED, THE AIR BAG LIGHT TURNS ON AND WON'T TURN OFF. RESTARTED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STILL STAYS ON. ANOTHER ISSUE THAT I NEVER REPORTED IS BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SUN VISORS WON'T STAY UP. I REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE, BUT THIS IS VERY DISTRACTING TO A DR... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 9, 2019
Incident date: Dec 7, 2019
WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED, THE AIR BAG LIGHT TURNS ON AND WON'T TURN OFF. RESTARTED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STILL STAYS ON. ANOTHER ISSUE THAT I NEVER REPORTED IS BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SUN VISORS WON'T STAY UP. I REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE, BUT THIS IS VERY DISTRACTING TO A DR... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 19, 2019
Incident date: Feb 4, 2019
AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T SHUT OFF. CAME ON IN MORNING JUST STARTING THE CAR AND HAS NOT TURNED OFF. I HAVE UNHOOKED BATTERY AND CHECKED FUSES BUT STILL ON.
AIR BAGS
Oct 27, 2019
Incident date: Oct 27, 2019
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FOR PASSENGER SEAT-OCS---NOTE MANY OTHER 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT HAVE BEEN RECALLED FOR PASSENGER AIR BAG ISSUES--ALSO 2008/9/10/11/12,ETC-WHY NOT THIS ONE???
AIR BAGS
Oct 25, 2019
Incident date: Oct 1, 2010
AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I TURNED THE CAR ON ONE DAY. I WAS INFORMED THE AIRBAG PRESSURE SENSOR HAD FAILED AND WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE SEAT TO RECTIFY THE PROBLEM AS THE AIRBAG WOULDN'T DEPLOY CORRECTLY IF SOMEONE WAS IN THE PASSENGER FRONT SEAT. RECENTLY LEARNED IT WAS A RECALL FOR SOME K... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 25, 2019
Incident date: Jul 10, 2019
AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON ONE DAY. AND ITS ON CONSTANTLY. I CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE AND THEY DONT CARE. I BELIEVE HYUNDAI IS THE LEAST TRUSTWORTHY BRAND FOR CAR AND SHOULD NOT BE SOLD IN US MARKET.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 17, 2019
Incident date: Feb 14, 2019
MY CAR MISFIRED AND AFTER THAT STARTED TO SPUTTERING WHEN I IDOL, SLOW DOWN OR SPEED UP. I GOT NEW PLUGS PUT IN AND PUT SOME DRY GAS IN TANK.STILL SPUTTERS WHEN IN IDLE OR SLOWING DOWN. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLINKS AND THEN STAYS ON.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 2, 2018
Incident date: Dec 1, 2018
IT STARTED RUNING BAD I PULL OVER SMOKE COMEING FROM FIRE WALL I PUT IT OUT /NEXT DAY I STARTED IT AND TURN IT OFF/ THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON/ ONLY 54000.00 MILES/THANK YOU/RUNING ON THE HIGHWAY
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 13, 2018
Incident date: Sep 10, 2018
DURING OR AFTER OPERATION OF THE AIR CONDITIONING, WATER POURS DOWN INTO THE FOOTWELL ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THIS HAPPENS REGARDLESS OF ANY OTHER PARAMETERS.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 14, 2018
Incident date: Feb 10, 2018
CAR HAS EXTREMELY HARD TIME STARTING WHEN YOU PUT FUEL IN CHANGED ALL SENSORS AND PURGE VALVE NO HELP MECHANIC IS STUMPED
AIR BAGS
Mar 12, 2018
Incident date: Mar 12, 2018
THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 90,000 MILES, YET THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. A MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE ERROR AS B1448 OCS. THE MECHANIC SAID THE PROBLEM COULD BE THE WEIGHT SENSOR IN THE PASSENGER SEAT, THE WIRING HARNESS UNDERNEATH THE SEAT, OR THE CONTROL MODULE.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 7, 2018
Incident date: Nov 15, 2015
THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR CAN ONLY BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE USING THE CAR KEY. THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED AT ALL AS THERE IS NO DOOR LOCK.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 1, 2018
Incident date: Feb 21, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT HAD TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE BEGAN APPROXIMATELY SIX MONTHS AGO AND PROGRESSIVEL... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 1, 2018
Incident date: Sep 12, 2016
MY AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON. I HAD A MECHANIC SHUT IT OFF. IT WAS OFF FOR A WHILE BUT CAME BACK ON. I HAVE SEEN ONLINE WHERE OTHER PEOPLE HAVE SIMILAR ISSUES. I THINK THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Dec 30, 2017
Incident date: Dec 1, 2017
"HYUNDAI RECALL" A COUPLE YEARS AGO I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND MY DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR FELL DOWN AND BLOCKED MY VIEW OF DRIVING. IT WAS AN UNCOMFORTABLE SITUATION BECAUSE I HAD TO HOLD UP THE VISOR WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE REST OF THE WAY HOME, THANKFULLY IT WAS NOT A MUCH MORE DANGEROUS SITU... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 19, 2017
Incident date: May 18, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING, THE SUN VISOR DROPPED DOWN AND FAILED TO STAY IN POSITION. THE FAILURE INTERFERED WITH HIS VISION. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE FAILURE COULD CAUSE A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUF... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 4, 2017
Incident date: Feb 3, 2017
STARTED OUT TO GO TO WORK, WHEN I STARTED THE CAR, I NOTICED THE "AIRBAG" WARNING LIGHT ON DASH WOULD NOT GO OFF WITH THE REST OF THE USUAL LIGHTING. AT THE SAME TIME I NOTICED THE "PASSENGER" AIRBAG LIGHT WAS "ON". I PUSHED ON THE CUSHION OF THE FRONT SEAT AND THE "PASSENGER" DASH LIGHT NOW READ "O... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 4, 2017
Incident date: Feb 3, 2017
STARTED OUT TO GO TO WORK, WHEN I STARTED THE CAR, I NOTICED THE "AIRBAG" WARNING LIGHT ON DASH WOULD NOT GO OFF WITH THE REST OF THE USUAL LIGHTING. AT THE SAME TIME I NOTICED THE "PASSENGER" AIRBAG LIGHT WAS "ON". I PUSHED ON THE CUSHION OF THE FRONT SEAT AND THE "PASSENGER" DASH LIGHT NOW READ "O... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 28, 2016
Incident date: Aug 22, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND STARTED TO DECELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE CONTACT NOTICED TRANSMISSION FLUID SPEWING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED T... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 28, 2016
Incident date: Aug 22, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND STARTED TO DECELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE CONTACT NOTICED TRANSMISSION FLUID SPEWING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED T... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 21, 2016
Incident date: Sep 17, 2016
AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF. TOOK TO INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED ERROR MESSAGE B1448 IS FAILURE OF PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG SENSOR. I WAS INFORMED THAT THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR BUT HE THINKS THERE IS A RECALL. I CALLED HYUNDAI- THEY INFORMED ME THERE IS NO RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS I... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 11, 2016
Incident date: Aug 2, 2016
NOTHING HAPPENED BUT THERE IS A RECALL ON MY CAR.
AIR BAGS
Jul 18, 2016
Incident date: Jul 18, 2016
ON THE LOWER PORTION OF THE TACHOMETER, THERE IS A WARNING LIGHT: AIR BAGS. THIS LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY, WHENEVER THE CAR IS TURNED ON. MY DAUGHTER REPORTS IT HAS BEEN ON FOR "QUITE SOME TIME". I CALLED THE CLOSEST HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT, AND WAS TOLD THAT PROBABLY MEANS ALL OF THE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 8, 2016
Incident date: Feb 10, 2015
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY AIR BAG SENSOR DEFECT. SRS INDICATOR LIGHT ON. DTC CODE B1 448 OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM MAT DEFECT. ENTIRE SEAT CUSHION WITH SENSOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. WAS NO DAMAGE OR ABUSE TO SEAT, VERY LOW USE AND MILEAGE. MANY REPORTS ONLINE OF SIMILAR SITUATIONS.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 30, 2016
Incident date: May 24, 2016
CAR HAS 29000 MILES. LAST WEEK, THE DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR STARTED "NOT STAYING UP". IT FALLS IN TO THE DRIVERS LINE OF SIGHT WHILE THE CAR IS MOVING. IT IS A VISIBILITY/ SAFETY ISSUE. THANK YOU.. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 25, 2016
Incident date: Apr 23, 2016
THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR POWER LOCK QUIT WORKING. THE DANGER IS THAT THE DOOR CAN'T BE MANUALLY UNLOCKED EITHER FROM THE INSIDE, OR WITH A KEY ON THE OUTSIDE. IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A WRECK, AND THE CAR CATCHES FIRE, THERE IS NO ESCAPE FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER. IF THE CAR RUNS INTO WATER, T... Read more
STEERING
Feb 23, 2016
Incident date: Oct 17, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS OF THE OTHER VEHICLE SUST... Read more
Crash
3 injured
AIR BAGS
Jan 4, 2016
Incident date: Mar 7, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SEAT SENSOR WAS DAMAGED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 27, 2015
Incident date: Oct 1, 2015
I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE SINCE I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE. I BOUGHT THIS CAR IN OCT. 2014 AND IT HAD OVER 89,000 MILES ON IT. TWO MONTHS AFTER RECEIVING THIS VEHICLE, I TOOK IT TO MIDAS TO HAVE THE OIL CHANGED. THE MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT THERE WAS SOME TYPE OF CORROSION COMING FROM THE OIL CH... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 22, 2015
Incident date: Dec 12, 2015
BREAK LIGHT RECALL - LOCATION MOUNT VERNON, OHIO - DATE 12-12-2015 I WAS DRIVING TO A CHRISTMAS EVENT AND WAS PULLED OVER BY A STATE HIGHWAY PATROL OFFICER DUE TO MY BREAKLIGHTS BEING OUT. I PULLED OVER IN THE NEAREST PARKING LOT AND HAD MY BOYFRIEND LOOK AT IT. HE SAID THERE IS A LITTLE SWITCH B... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 22, 2015
Incident date: Dec 12, 2015
BREAK LIGHT RECALL - LOCATION MOUNT VERNON, OHIO - DATE 12-12-2015 I WAS DRIVING TO A CHRISTMAS EVENT AND WAS PULLED OVER BY A STATE HIGHWAY PATROL OFFICER DUE TO MY BREAKLIGHTS BEING OUT. I PULLED OVER IN THE NEAREST PARKING LOT AND HAD MY BOYFRIEND LOOK AT IT. HE SAID THERE IS A LITTLE SWITCH B... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 10, 2015
Incident date: Nov 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR, THE DOOR HANDLE FRACTURED. THE FAILURE LATER OCCURRED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE DOOR HANDLES. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Nov 10, 2015
Incident date: Nov 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR, THE DOOR HANDLE FRACTURED. THE FAILURE LATER OCCURRED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE DOOR HANDLES. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 27, 2015
Incident date: Oct 26, 2015
THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON IN CAR. IN ORDER TO PASS SAFETY INSPECTION THIS NEEDS TONE DEALT WITH AT DEALERSHIP. AFTER DIAGNOSTIC WAS RUN THEY TOLD ME THE PASSENGER SIDE DETECTION SENSOR WAS FAULTY. THE REPAIR IS $1200 AND FOR A CAR LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD AND UNDER 100,000 MILES THERE IS NO REASON TO ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 22, 2015
Incident date: Oct 22, 2015
IN/ABOUT 11/13/2014 THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ACTIVATED AND STAYED IT. DEALERS OPTION WAS TO CHARGE FOR OBTAINING THE CODE AND POSSIBLY BILL AS MUCH AS $1,400 TO REPLACE THE SEAT. ANOTHER MECHANIC REPORTED THE CODE AS "B 1448 OCS" [OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM - MAT FAILURE]. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEM... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 19, 2015
Incident date: Oct 18, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A SALVAGE YARD. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE M... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 26, 2015
Incident date: Aug 1, 2015
A TRIP TURNED INTO TWICE BEING STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITH THIS CAR. NEVER BEEN OUT OF THE BAY AREA WITH IT. IT STARTS SKIPPING A FEW BEATS, LOSES ACCELERATION. RECOVERS ITSELF UNTIL THE NEXT TIME. BECOMES QUITE INTERMITTENT AFTER THAT POINT. I GOT TO JACKSONVILLE AFTER LEAVING HERE. LOST ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 26, 2015
Incident date: Aug 1, 2015
A TRIP TURNED INTO TWICE BEING STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITH THIS CAR. NEVER BEEN OUT OF THE BAY AREA WITH IT. IT STARTS SKIPPING A FEW BEATS, LOSES ACCELERATION. RECOVERS ITSELF UNTIL THE NEXT TIME. BECOMES QUITE INTERMITTENT AFTER THAT POINT. I GOT TO JACKSONVILLE AFTER LEAVING HERE. LOST ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 26, 2015
Incident date: Aug 1, 2015
A TRIP TURNED INTO TWICE BEING STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITH THIS CAR. NEVER BEEN OUT OF THE BAY AREA WITH IT. IT STARTS SKIPPING A FEW BEATS, LOSES ACCELERATION. RECOVERS ITSELF UNTIL THE NEXT TIME. BECOMES QUITE INTERMITTENT AFTER THAT POINT. I GOT TO JACKSONVILLE AFTER LEAVING HERE. LOST ... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 33.0 | 29.0 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 26.0 | 35.0 | 29.0 | Regular | $2,150 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT
51 manufacturer communications from 34 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 190000 TIRES | 3 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 2 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
24-BD-001H
Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
24-BD-001H
Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
23-EM-005H
Oct 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
23-BD-007H
Apr 24, 2023
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can becom
23-BD-002H
Jan 30, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th
22-EM-010H
Jul 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
22-GI-006H
Jul 14, 2022
190000 TIRES
Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale
21-AT-006H
May 21, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicle??A?A?s owner??A?A?s manual. ??A?A? Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. ??A?A? Use of other DCT and IV
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-EM-003H
Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
21-EM-003H
Mar 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
20-BR-002H
Nov 30, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
20-SS-004H
Nov 19, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-SS-004H
Nov 19, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-BD-014H
Jul 14, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H
Jul 14, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H
Jul 14, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-SS-002H(1)
May 6, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-SS-002H(1)
May 6, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-BD-007H-1
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
20-EE-003H
Apr 23, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
20-EE-003H
Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
20-AT-016H
Apr 17, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H
Apr 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H
Apr 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-BD-007H
Mar 23, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
20-SS-001H
Feb 5, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
20-BE-001H
Jan 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bullet
19-BE-011H-1
Nov 4, 2019
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
19-BE-011H-1
Nov 4, 2019
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
19-GI-006H
Oct 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and m
19-FL-003H
Apr 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b
19-FL-003H
Apr 15, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b
5NP-E4E2S-04
Mar 7, 2017
143100 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
The warranty coverage for the front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor mat for 2006-2011MY Accent Vehicles has been extended to 15 years/unlimited mileage, starting from the date of original retail delivery or date of fir
5NPC8Z4G02
Jan 9, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
In some areas, a vehicle?s underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a precautionary measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbody components, and an undercoating spray is applied to the botto
5NP-R8Z5Q-12
Nov 8, 2016
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
In some areas, a vehicle?s underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a precautionary measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbody components, and an undercoating spray is applied to the botto
5NP-J2T2N-12
Nov 8, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to perform an underbody corrosion preventative service on certain 2008 ? 2009 MY Accent previously or currently registered in Salt Belt States. Service Campaign 944 provides a procedure
5NP-B6E2P-10
Aug 9, 2016
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM
5NP-B6E2P-10
Aug 9, 2016
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM
13-FL-012
Nov 12, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
13-FL-012
Nov 1, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TSB-10-GI-001
Apr 1, 2010
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
HYUNDAI: LABEL REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLE LOADING TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 110. EFFECTIVE 6/2/08, FMVSS 110 (FMVSS 110) SETS A THRESHOLD FOR CORRECTING LOAD CAPACITY INFORMATION INDICATED ON TIRE PLACARDS WHEN VEHICLE WEIGHT HAS BEEN INCREASED
TSB-09-AT-013
Jul 1, 2009
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP
TSB-09-AT-013
Jul 1, 2009
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP
TSB-09-01-001
Jan 1, 2009
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
HYUNDAI: COWL TOP SIDE COVER REPLACEMENT. SERVICE CAMPAIGN T73. MAY EXHIBIT DISCOLORATION OF THE COWL TOP SIDE COVERS. *PE
TSB-08-01-024
Nov 1, 2008
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
HYUNDAI: INSPECTION CAMPAIGN. PROCEDURES TO DOCUMENT THE TIRE PRESSURE USING THE GDS TPMS MODULE AND INSPECT INTERIOR CLEANLINESS AND EXTERIOR QUALITY. *PE
TSB-08-01-021
Nov 1, 2008
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
HYUNDAI: ROOM LAMP ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT. THE ROOM LAMP SWITCH KNOB MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE ROOM LAMP ASSEMBLY TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION. *PE
NHTSA Safety Investigations, HYUNDAI ACCENT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE09003
Opened: Jan 14, 2009 , Closed: Apr 24, 2009
STOP LAMP SWITCH FAILURE
BY LETTER DATED APRIL 15, 2009, HYUNDAI NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL (NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 09V122) TO REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCHES ON MANY OF ITS MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 VEHICLES.SEE RECALL 09V122 FOR A COMPLETE LIST. THE AGENCY OPENED ITS INVESTIGATION BASED ON FIVE COMPLA... Read more
PE02055
Opened: Jul 2, 2002 , Closed: Dec 20, 2002
FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARM
ON DECEMBER 18TH, 2002 HYUNDAI AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER, INC. (HYUNDAI) SUBMITTED A DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT REGARDING APPROXIMATELY 47,000 1995 AND 1996 HYUNDAI ACCENT VEHICLES REGISTERED IN SALT BELT STATES.ACCORDING TO HYUNDAI, THESE VEHICLES WERE MANUFACTURED WITH FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL... Read more
RQ00017
Opened: Sep 16, 2000 , Closed: Oct 20, 2000
FUEL TANK CRACKING
There is no summary currently available
EA00001
Opened: Jan 5, 2000 , Closed: Mar 9, 2001
PASSENGER AIR BAG RELATED
There is no summary currently available
PE99046
Opened: Jul 7, 1999 , Closed: Jan 5, 2000
PASSENGER AIR BAG RELATED FATALITIES
ODI IS AWARE OF SEVEN FATALITIES OF CHILDREN (EXCLUDING CHILDREN IN REAR FACING CHILD SAFETY SEATS)THAT WERE CAUSED BY THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS IN MINOR OR MODERATE SEVERITY CRASHES INVOLVING MODEL YEAR 1995 THROUGH 1997 HYUNDAI ACCENT VEHICLES.TWO OF THE SEVEN FATALITIES OCCUR... Read more
PE97014
Opened: Apr 4, 1997 , Closed: Aug 26, 1997
AIR BAG EXHAUST FIRE
There is no summary currently available
HYUNDAI ACCENT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI ACCENT across all model years (1995, 2022).
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Total Recalls
2,762
Total Complaints
6
Investigations
365
Reported Crashes
76
Reported Fires
113
Reported Deaths
HYUNDAI ACCENT - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 32 | View |
| 2021 | 4 | 22 | View |
| 2020 | 4 | 17 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 37 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 23 | View |
| 2017 | 0 | 97 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 160 | View |
| 2015 | 2 | 100 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 99 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 206 | View |
| 2012 | 2 | 218 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 51 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 119 | View |
| 2009 (current) | 2 | 128 | |
| 2008 | 1 | 135 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 113 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 49 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 76 | View |
| 2004 | 0 | 40 | View |
| 2003 | 0 | 45 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 163 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 148 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 115 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 66 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 72 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 82 | View |
| 1996 | 4 | 142 | View |
| 1995 | 5 | 197 | View |
| 1993 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1991 | 0 | 2 | View |