2004 Hyundai Accent Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Accent years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 23rd of 28 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Hyundai Accent. That ranks 23rd out of 28 Accent model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (10 complaints, 30%), typically at around 31,000 miles. Complaints mention 11 crashes, 2 fires, 15 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
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- 33owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 11complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Hyundai Accent problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 30% | 31,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 15% | 39,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 12% | 2,466 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 9% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 6% | 78,035 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 6% | 71,069 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% | 93,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 6% | 44,500 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 3% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 3% | 10,020 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | 67,505 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 2,466 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Hyundai Accent recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Hyundai Accent.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Sudden acceleration of vehicle while driving on road at regular speed. This has happened now for the third time since october 2017. The latest incident on 4/23/2018.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai accent. While driving 35 mph, a severe vibration was felt from the rear wheels. The contact pulled the vehicle over and observed that the rear control arm was severely corroded. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor…
Takata recall on 11/29/2015 driving on pennsylvania turnpike going 60-65 mph vehicle in front stopped. Impact totaled car. Hood crumbled up, headlight with complete housing destroyed, radiator spilled fluid, engine caught on fire and my head hit windshield. No weather issues. Accident occurred…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai accent. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 mph, the power steering warning light illuminate. The contact stated that while turning left, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where an unknown part was replaced but…
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 hyundai accent. While driving approximately 30 mph, another vehicle rear ended the contact's vehicle. The air bags deployed; however, the contact sustained burns on the arm that required medical attention. It was unknown which air bag caused the injuries. The vehicle…
Other Hyundai Accent years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Accent | 17 | 2 |
| 2021 Accent | 16 | 4 |
| 2020 Accent | 12 | 4 |
| 2019 Accent | 31 | 1 |
| 2018 Accent | 19 | 1 |
| 2017 Accent | 68 | 0 |
| 2016 Accent | 102 | 0 |
| 2015 Accent | 70 | 2 |
| 2014 Accent | 79 | 1 |
| 2013 Accent | 141 | 1 |
| 2012 Accent | 153 | 2 |
| 2011 Accent | 38 | 1 |
| 2010 Accent | 87 | 1 |
| 2009 Accent | 101 | 2 |
| 2008 Accent | 101 | 1 |
| 2007 Accent | 88 | 3 |
| 2006 Accent | 43 | 3 |
| 2005 Accent | 49 | 1 |
| 2004 | 33 | 0 |
| 2003 Accent | 37 | 0 |
| 2002 Accent | 134 | 1 |
| 2001 Accent | 112 | 2 |
| 2000 Accent | 92 | 4 |
| 1999 Accent | 61 | 1 |
| 1998 Accent | 47 | 1 |
| 1997 Accent | 55 | 2 |
| 1996 Accent | 101 | 4 |
| 1995 Accent | 142 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Hyundai Accent?
Owners most often report air bags, power train, steering problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Hyundai Accent?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2004 Hyundai Accent a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Accent model years, the 2004 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.