2020 Hyundai Accent
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2020
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2020: 12 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 | 38 |
| 2012 | 153 |
| 2013 | 141 |
| 2014 | 79 |
| 2015 | 70 |
| 2016 | 103 |
| 2017 | 68 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 17 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
4 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2020 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, smoke was emitting from the vehicle. The contact was inside her residence and noticed the smoke from her window. Unknown if the air bags deployed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-05-30
I owned a 2017 Elantra and now I own a 2020 Accent. Both cars had the same on and off problem. When I am at an intersection and have to step on the gas to get thru the intersection quickly, when I step on the gas nothing happens.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-06
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 12 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Air bags
2 of 12 total reports mention: air bags.
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My granddaughter was driving on a freeway near dallas tx. As she slowed for an upcoming construction zone she was rear-ended by by another vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-24
Vehicle speed control
2 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.
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The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that the cruise control button had fractured. While driving with the cruise control engaged, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated. There were no warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-22
Structure
2 of 12 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hood and exterior.
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-12-04Latches/locks/linkages21V619000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
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2022-02-24Seat belts22V069000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 219.
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2022-05-19Seat belts22V218000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 31, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available.
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2022-08-08Recall queryClosed 2023-05-26 Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture
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2022-08-29Seat belts22V354000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229.
Buy-smart checklist
2020 Hyundai Accent — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V619000 · Latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 22V069000 · Seat belts
- Recall 22V218000 · Seat belts
- Recall 22V354000 · Seat belts
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- Is the 2020 Hyundai Accent reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Accent?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Accent have?
- 4 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.