1995 Hyundai Accent
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1995 | 142 |
| 1996 | 101 |
| 1997 | 55 |
| 1998 | 47 |
| 1999 | 61 |
| 2000 | 92 |
| 2001 | 112 |
| 2002 | 134 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 49 |
| 2006 | 43 |
| 2007 | 88 |
| 2008 | 101 |
| 2009 | 101 |
| 2010 | 87 |
| 2011 | 38 |
| 2012 | 153 |
| 2013 | 141 |
| 2014 | 79 |
| 2015 | 69 |
| 2016 | 100 |
| 2017 | 68 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 16 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
42% of complaints: suspension — 59 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and lower arm.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPLACEMENT OF CONTROL ARMS.*MR THE CONSUMER REPLACED BOTH CONTROL ARMS AFTER A MINOR CAR ACCIDENT. AFTER READING THE RECALL NOTICE IT WAS HIGHLY PROBABLE THAT THE DEFECTIVE CONTROL ARMS CAUSED THE ACCIDENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040102
The contact owns a 1995 Hyundai Accent. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 98V245000 (Suspension) and 02V341000 (Suspension); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240905
23% of complaints: air bags — 32 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 35MPH. UPON IMPACT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020906
IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE COMPUTER IS NO LONGER WORKING. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950606
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.
8% of complaints: visibility — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing windshield and glass, side/rear.
CRASH8% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and module.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
A PLASTIC SLIDER PIECE WITHIN THE HEADLAMP DIMMER SWITCH ASSEMBLY DOES NOT FULLY RETRACT WHEN THE HEADLAMP DIMMER SWITCH IS MOVED FROM LOW BEAM TO HIGH BEAM POSITION. THE LOW BEAM LAMPS GO OUT AS INTE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP DIMMER SWITCH ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 95V003000 — check if this car was fixed
THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CAN BE CONTACTED BY THE CLUTCH PEDAL ASSEMBLY WHEN THE CLUTCH IS ENGAGED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ENGINE CONTROL WIRING HARNESS TO DETERMINE IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED AND REPOSITION THE HARNESS SO THAT CONTACT WITH THE CLUTCH PEDAL LEVER WILL NOT OCCUR.
Campaign 95V043000 — check if this car was fixed
THROUGH CONTACT WITH ROAD HAZARDS AND CURBS, THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN SHIFT FROM ITS ORIGINAL POSITION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM MEMBER ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT TO THE UNDERBODY.
Campaign 96V113000 — check if this car was fixed
AIR BAG EXHAUST FIRE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING "SALT BELT" STATES: CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS,
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPRING GUIDE TO PREVENT A BROKEN COIL SPRING FROM CONTACTING AND DAMAGING A TIRE.
Campaign 98V245000 — check if this car was fixed
PASSENGER AIR BAG RELATED FATALITIES
PASSENGER AIR BAG RELATED
FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARM
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI,
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE ONE OR BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS IF STRUCTURAL DAMAGE HAS OCCURRED. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN ON JUNE 10, 2003
Campaign 02V341000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Hyundai Accent — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (59 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 95V003000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V043000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V113000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V245000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V341000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Hyundai Accent reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Hyundai Accent is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Hyundai Accent?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Hyundai Accent have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.