How many recalls does the Hyundai Accent have?

As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the Hyundai Accent, model years 2016–2024. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so a particular vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. Whether an open recall is a safety risk depends on the campaign, so read the NHTSA entry for the VIN. Each campaign below shows the remedy NHTSA records, which may be a dealer or service-center repair, an over-the-air software update, or, for some campaigns, a repurchase. This page details the most recent campaigns; the full record for any VIN is at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What should an inspector check on a used Hyundai Accent?

Beyond the standard pre-purchase checks, the recall history for this model concentrates in: seat belts, latches/locks/linkages, service brakes, steering. An inspector documents the visible and operational condition of those systems without disassembly; internal parts, software-only issues and whether a recall remedy was performed are VIN-lookup questions, not inspection findings.

Can a pre-purchase inspection tell me whether a Hyundai Accent recall was done?

No. Whether a recall repair was performed is recorded against the VIN, so NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls (or the manufacturer's own) is the authoritative check. Run it before you travel. The inspection covers what a VIN lookup cannot: the physical condition of the vehicle in front of you.

Can you inspect a Hyundai Accent at a dealer, a private seller, or out of state?

Yes. The inspector usually travels to the vehicle at the seller's location — a dealer lot or a private seller — and you do not need to be there. Vehicle Inspectors dispatches an independent inspector within 50 miles of any US ZIP code, widening to 150 miles if needed; more remote locations are quoted case by case. You get a photo-documented PDF report in 24–48 hours.

How much does a Hyundai Accent pre-purchase inspection cost?

A pre-purchase inspection of a Hyundai Accent through Vehicle Inspectors: Bronze $249 · Silver $349 · Gold $449. Your card is saved at booking, not charged. A hold is placed when an inspector schedules, and you are charged after the inspection is completed. If no inspector accepts within 72 hours, the request auto-cancels and nothing is charged.

Should You Buy a Used Hyundai Accent?

Should you buy a used Hyundai Accent?

Whether a used Hyundai Accent is a good buy depends on the individual vehicle, not the model. Three checks matter before you pay: the NHTSA recall lookup by VIN for open recalls, the seller’s service and accident records, and an independent pre-purchase inspection of that specific vehicle. This page lists the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Hyundai Accent and what an inspector checks.

As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the Hyundai Accent, model years 2016–2024, most often listing seat belts and latches/locks/linkages. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so any individual vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. The most recent campaign on file is 22V354000 (May 2022, seat belts).

What are the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Hyundai Accent?

Newest first, from NHTSA campaign records. Check a specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

22V354000NHTSA report received May 2022Model years: 2020–2022

NHTSA campaign 22V354000: Hyundai Accent seat belts recall

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.

Consequence: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge.

22V311000NHTSA report received May 2022Model years: 2021–2022

NHTSA campaign 22V311000: Hyundai Accent steering recall

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

Consequence: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will inspect and tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, as necessary, free of charge.

22V218000NHTSA report received April 2022Model years: 2020

NHTSA campaign 22V218000: Hyundai Accent seat belts recall

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.

Consequence: Exploding seat belt pretensioners can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge.

22V069000NHTSA report received February 2022Model years: 2020–2021

NHTSA campaign 22V069000: Hyundai Accent seat belts recall

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.

Consequence: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge.

21V937000NHTSA report received December 2021Model years: 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V937000: Hyundai Accent service brakes recall

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.

Consequence: Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge.

21V619000NHTSA report received August 2021Model years: 2018–2020

NHTSA campaign 21V619000: Hyundai Accent latches/locks/linkages recall

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

Consequence: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge.

What does a pre-purchase inspection cover on a used Hyundai Accent?

The same full inspection at every tier, at the seller’s location, with a photo-documented report:

Bronze $249 · Silver $349 · Gold $449. Compare Bronze, Silver and Gold. The core inspection is the same at each tier; Silver and Gold add instrumented measurements.

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What does a pre-purchase inspection not do?

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Where can I book a Hyundai Accent pre-purchase inspection?

Vehicle Inspectors matches buyers with independent inspectors nationwide. Local pages for cities with active inspectors:

Recall data from NHTSA recall records (NHTSA public recalls API), retrieved 2026-08-27. Vehicle Inspectors is not affiliated with Hyundai. A recall is not a defect finding on any individual vehicle.