2016 Hyundai Accent Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Accent years
- More complaints than other years 6th of 28 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 102 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Hyundai Accent. That ranks 6th out of 28 Accent model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (33 complaints, 32%), typically at around 93,000 miles. Complaints mention 7 crashes, 3 fires, 8 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
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- 102owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 7complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 33 | 32% | 93,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 30 | 29% | 61,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 26 | 25% | 47,890 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 16 | 16% | 47,168 | — | — |
| Steering | 11 | 11% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 7% | 12,403 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 7% | 24,700 | — | — |
| Structure | 6 | 6% | 51,167 | — | — |
| Seats | 5 | 5% | 65,508 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 4% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3% | 112,979 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 3% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2% | 77,300 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% | 9,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 2% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | 40,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Hyundai Accent recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 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.
I brought my vehicle to Victorville Hyundai to address the official manufacturer safety warranty extension, Campaign Z01, which covers a defective passenger side Occupant Classification System (OCS) airbag sensor. My vehicle currently has 129,000 miles. The dealership and the service manager…
Engine failure on a vehicle under 100,000 miles creates a risk of sudden loss of power while driving. A failing catalytic converter & coil packs can cause overheating and potential fire risk. These components were either pre-existing manufacturer defects or were damaged during the engine…
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that she recently purchased the vehicle from a private seller. When the contact drove the vehicle for the first time, there were no issues or warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. However, when the vehicle was taken to an…
I got into an accident and my airbags did not go off... my face hit the steering wheel and my hand is broken because the airbags didn't deploy
The engine failed and requires a full engine replacement. The vehicle is currently at ALM Hyundai West, 1990 Thornton Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122, and is available for inspection upon request. Hyundai Motor America has already approved the engine replacement under a goodwill authorization…
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 | 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 Accent | 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 2016 Hyundai Accent?
Owners most often report engine, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 33 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Hyundai Accent?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2016 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 2016 has more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.