Hyundai Accent Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 126 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the Hyundai Accent across 18 model years. The 2012 model year has the most (20). The words owners use most often: “brake switch” (13% of reports).
- 126service brakes complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 14mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 24%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Brake switch: mentioned in 17 of 126 complaints (13%)
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 71 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 126 complaints, 14 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 6 an injury.
Hyundai Accent service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Accent | 2 | 12% | — |
| 2021 Accent | 1 | 6% | — |
| 2018 Accent | 2 | 11% | — |
| 2017 Accent | 5 | 7% | 3,025 |
| 2016 Accent | 7 | 7% | 12,403 |
| 2015 Accent | 4 | 6% | 46,500 |
| 2014 Accent | 12 | 15% | 98,551 |
| 2013 Accent | 18 | 13% | 45,000 |
| 2012 Accent | 20 | 13% | 40,269 |
| 2011 Accent | 3 | 8% | 61,000 |
| 2010 Accent | 17 | 20% | 79,200 |
| 2009 Accent | 12 | 12% | 74,000 |
| 2008 Accent | 10 | 10% | 75,500 |
| 2007 Accent | 2 | 2% | 63,500 |
| 2006 Accent | 2 | 5% | 108,000 |
| 2005 Accent | 7 | 14% | 68,000 |
| 2002 Accent | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2001 Accent | 1 | 1% | 93,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/modulePark outside
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Problem: 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, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Model years: 2021
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Accent vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.
Risk: Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 213.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
1. ABS warning 2.Nothing happened just got an OBD scan from autozone and the abs code came up 3.Not sure 4.No 5.Abs light is not lit on the dash
The vehicle is subject to Safety Recall 13V-113 (Campaign 131) for problems relating to the brake light switch. The recall repair was attempted in 2016 but the defect has recurred (current symptoms include but is not limited to: brake lights sporadically staying on with car off, key removed and all…
The break light came on. The local garage says I need a new master cylinder, and the dealer I purchesed the car from will not verify an extended warantee item or silent recall. This master cylinder part is all over the the internet as defective on multiple years.
Was driving down the highway and my car caught fire. I was stopped by another driver saying that my car was on fire. I had no breaks to stop, I had to put it straight to park to stop the car. That way myself and my son could jump out of the car.
I was driving my 2022 Hyundai Accent (VIN [XXX] ) when the brakes suddenly failed without warning. When I pressed the brake pedal, the vehicle did not slow down properly resultina in a crash Immediately after the crash, the vehicle caught fire According to the fire department report, the fire…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Hyundai Accents have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 126 owner complaints about service brakes for the Hyundai Accent. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Hyundai Accent service brakes?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the Hyundai Accent?
The most frequent phrase is “brake switch”, in 17 of 126 complaints.
Other Hyundai Accent problems
- Air Bags problems (434)
- Engine problems (238)
- Electrical System problems (217)
- Power Train problems (216)
- Suspension problems (155)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (129)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (107)
- Exterior Lighting problems (100)
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