MYRModel Year Report

2015 Hyundai Accent

● Typical for this model
2015 Hyundai Accent
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:03.657Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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
70
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

37% of complaints

Complaints per year

1991: 2 complaints 1991 1993: 1 complaint 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 2014: 79 complaints 2015: 70 complaints 2015 70 2016: 103 complaints 2017: 68 complaints 2018: 19 complaints 2019: 30 complaints 2020: 12 complaints 2021: 16 complaints 2021 2022: 17 complaints
1991: 2 complaints 1991 1993: 1 complaint 1995: 142 complaints 1995 1996: 101 complaints 1997: 55 complaints 1997 1998: 47 complaints 1999: 61 complaints 1999 2000: 92 complaints 2001: 112 complaints 2001 2002: 134 complaints 2003: 37 complaints 2003 2004: 33 complaints 2005: 49 complaints 2005 2006: 43 complaints 2007: 88 complaints 2007 2008: 101 complaints 2009: 101 complaints 2009 2010: 87 complaints 2011: 38 complaints 2011 2012: 153 complaints 2013: 141 complaints 2013 2014: 79 complaints 2015: 70 complaints 2015 70 2016: 103 complaints 2017: 68 complaints 2017 2018: 19 complaints 2019: 30 complaints 2019 2020: 12 complaints 2021: 16 complaints 2021 2022: 17 complaints
1991: 2 complaints 1991 1993: 1 complaint 1995: 142 complaints 1995 1996: 101 complaints 1997: 55 complaints 1997 1998: 47 complaints 1999: 61 complaints 1999 2000: 92 complaints 2001: 112 complaints 2001 2002: 134 complaints 2003: 37 complaints 2003 2004: 33 complaints 2005: 49 complaints 2005 2006: 43 complaints 2007: 88 complaints 2007 2008: 101 complaints 2009: 101 complaints 2009 2010: 87 complaints 2011: 38 complaints 2011 2012: 153 complaints 2013: 141 complaints 2013 2014: 79 complaints 2015: 70 complaints 2015 70 2016: 103 complaints 2017: 68 complaints 2017 2018: 19 complaints 2019: 30 complaints 2019 2020: 12 complaints 2021: 16 complaints 2021 2022: 17 complaints

2015: 70 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19912
19931
1995142
1996101
199755
199847
199961
200092
2001112
2002134
200337
200433
200549
200643
200788
2008101
2009101
201087
201138
2012153
2013141
201479
201570
2016103
201768
201819
201930
202012
202116
202217

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

37% · 26 reports
CRASHINJURY
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I was in an accident on March 12 2018 a tractor trailer sidewiped the ls of my car and destroyed the entire side . The car might be totaled. No airbags went off at all! He came into my lane at a good speed and a full load. I am lucky to be alive.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-01

Also filed under Electrical system and vehicle speed control

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Accent. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a concrete wall, causing significant damage to the front end of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-20

Tl* Takata recall. The contact was a passenger in a 2015 Hyundai Accent. While driving on an onramp at 25 MPH, the driver swerved and crashed into a truck. None of the air bags deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-05

Engine

29% · 20 reports
FIREINJURY
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The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the garage, approximately four hours later the contact was awakened by the dog and discovered flames coming from the garage.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-09

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the contact was informed by someone on the road that their vehicle was emitting smoke.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-13

Service brakes

17% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

FIREINJURY

Electrical system

16% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing horn.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while the vehicle parked, the contact became aware that there was a fire in the front passenger side of the vehicle, underneath the radio and along the center console.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-17

Power train

7% · 5 reports

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2015-06-04Air bags15V218000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Accent vehicles manufactured September 15, 2014, to February 10, 2015.

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will correct ODS software, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 129.

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  2. I
    2023-11-17Audit queryOpen Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
  3. R
    2024-04-10Service brakes, hydraulic23V651000 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2015 Hyundai Accent — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 26 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 12 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V218000 · Air bags
  • Recall 23V651000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Hyundai Accent reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Hyundai Accent is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Accent?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Hyundai Accent have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.