MYRModel Year Report

2001 Hyundai Accent

◆ Worse than typical
2001 Hyundai Accent
RENDERED 2026-09-16T17:26:21.533Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hyundai Accent Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1993: 1 complaints 1995: 142 complaints 1996: 101 complaints 1997: 55 complaints 1997 1998: 47 complaints 1999: 61 complaints 2000: 92 complaints 2001: 112 complaints 2001 2002: 134 complaints 2003: 37 complaints 2004: 33 complaints 2005: 49 complaints 2005 2006: 43 complaints 2007: 88 complaints 2008: 101 complaints 2009: 101 complaints 2009 2010: 87 complaints 2011: 38 complaints 2012: 153 complaints 2013: 141 complaints 2013 2014: 79 complaints 2015: 69 complaints 2016: 100 complaints 2017: 68 complaints 2017 2018: 19 complaints 2019: 30 complaints 2020: 12 complaints 2021: 16 complaints 2021 2022: 16 complaints 2022
2001: 112 complaints
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YearComplaints
19912
19931
1995142
1996101
199755
199847
199961
200092
2001112
2002134
200337
200433
200549
200643
200788
2008101
2009101
201087
201138
2012153
2013141
201479
201569
2016100
201768
201819
201930
202012
202116
202216

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

AIR BAGS 19%

19% of complaints: air bags — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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CONSUMER STATES WAS DRIVING APPROX 35-40MPH AND INVOLVED IN A RIGHT FRONTAL COLLISON. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20021003

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 25-35 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINE. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20010702

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL AND REAR END COLLISIONS OF 40 MPH IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. DEALER / MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20010627

POWER TRAIN 19%

19% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

SUSPENSION 14%

14% of complaints: suspension — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and wheel bearing.

CRASH INJURY
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Repair shop did not perform alignment requested on 2001 Hyundai Accent. One reason was: "Cradle is rusted through" Similar recalls exist for Hyundai Elantra (similar design) and Sonata (engine cradle) for same model year.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210801

MY MECHANIC TOLD ME IN APRIL 2020 MY 2001 HYUNDAI ACCENT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE BECAUSE THE SUB FRAME HAS DECAYED UP TO WERE IT CONNECTS TO THE BODY UNDERNEATH. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20200612

Also filed under STRUCTURE

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME FAILURES MENTIONED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V125000 (SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM), INCLUDING A PERFORATED FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120709

STRUCTURE 12%

12% of complaints: structure — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and underbody shields.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130131

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT FRAME WAS COMPLETELY CORRODED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120724

SERVICE BRAKES 12%

12% of complaints: service brakes — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2001 — complaint volume: 112
R 20020415 — vehicle speed control

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.5 LITER OR 1.6 LITER ENGINES THAT WERE ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALASKA, COLORADO, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA,

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW, RELOCATED PCV HOSE AND WILL ADDITIONALLY INSTALL A HEATED THROTTLE BODY ON THE 2000-2001 ACCENTS EQUIPPED WITH 1.5 LITER ENGINES THAT WERE PRODUCED THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2001

Campaign 01V346000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20021028 — structure

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING TESTING, THE 3-DOOR HATCHBACK EXCEE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW ENERGY MANAGEMENT BRACKETS TO SUPPORT THE A-PILLAR COVERS AND INCREASE THE ENERGY ABSORBING PERFORMANCE OF THE A-PILLAR IN THE RELEVANT AREA. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBE

Campaign 02V167000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Hyundai Accent — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01V346000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02V167000 (structure) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2019 ▲ 2004 ▲ 2011

WORST YEARS

◆ 2012 ◆ 1995 ◆ 2013

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FAQ

Is the 2001 Hyundai Accent reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Hyundai Accent is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Hyundai Accent?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Hyundai Accent have?

2 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.