2002 Hyundai Accent Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2002 Hyundai Accent.

20012003
Complaints
163
Crashes
30
Fires
3
Injuries
36
Fatalities
11
Recalls
0

Worst 2002 Hyundai Accent Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#118 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:126,314 mi
#215 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

Avg mileage:76,400 mi
#311 complaints

Air Bags:Frontal

Avg mileage:39,680 mi
Crash-related:11
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 Hyundai Accent.

Automatic Transmission
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
126,314
Gasoline Fuel System
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
76,400
Air Bags:Frontal
11
complaints
Crashes
11
Fires
Avg Miles
39,680
Unintended Acceleration
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
31,516
Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
67,800
Engine & Cooling
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
23,250
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
103,241
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Child Seat
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2002 Hyundai Accent — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2002 Hyundai Accent reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2002 Hyundai Accent has 163 NHTSA complaints, 30 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 18 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2002 Hyundai Accent?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (18 complaints, avg 126,314 mi); Gasoline Fuel System (15 complaints, avg 76,400 mi); Air Bags:Frontal (11 complaints, avg 39,680 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2002 Hyundai Accent?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 74,226 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2002 Hyundai Accent?
NHTSA complaints for the 2002 Hyundai Accent include 30 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 36 injuries, and 11 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2002 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2002 Hyundai Accent as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2002 Hyundai Accent?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Accent reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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