2013 Hyundai Accent

◆ Worse than typical

2013 Hyundai Accent
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:28:50.176Z

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

2013: 140 complaints

View as data table

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	37
2012	152
2013	140
2014	78
2015	69
2016	99
2017	67
2018	19
2019	29
2020	12
2021	16
2022	16

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 24%

24% of complaints: engine — 34 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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I was driving home with my children from the store, when my car started smoking, shut off, and the engine caught on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230927

OUR 2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT CAUGHT ON FIRE WAS BURNT SO BADLY THAT THE PASSENGER FRONT TTIRE MELTED. THE FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180208

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 16%

16% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 22 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

SERVICE BRAKES 13%

13% of complaints: service brakes — 18 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 18 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

AIR BAGS 10%

10% of complaints: air bags — 14 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2013 I WAS TRAVELING EAST BOUND ON US17 IN SUFFOLK, VA AT APPROXIMATELY 8:30PM AT THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 50MPH WHEN I STRUCK A FULL-SIZED MALE DEER HEAD-ON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131118

CPSC: I1370075A. 2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT. CONSUMER STATED HIS DAUGHTER WAS INVOLVED IN A ONE CAR ACCIDENT. WHICH THE CAR ROLLED NUMEROUS TIMES. ALSO, NOT ONE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND THE CAR WAS TOTALED. *LN

NHTSA ODI report, 20130730

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2013 — complaint volume: 140

I 20231117 — AQ (open)

Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires

R 20240410 — service brakes, hydraulic

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,...

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 23V651000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Hyundai Accent — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine issues (34 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (22 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes issues (18 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 23V651000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2004 ▲ 2011 ▲ 2003

WORST YEARS

◆ 2012 ◆ 1995 ◆ 2002

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FAQ

Is the 2013 Hyundai Accent reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Hyundai Accent is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Accent?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Accent have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.