2010 Hyundai Accent Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Hyundai Accent.

20092011
Complaints
119
Crashes
9
Fires
0
Injuries
7
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2010 Hyundai Accent Problems

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

#117 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:60,913 mi
Crash-related:3
#216 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:61,441 mi
#312 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:52,580 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Hyundai Accent.

Brakes
17
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
60,913
Headlight/Taillight Failures
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
61,441
Electrical Faults
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,580
Wipers & Visibility
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
64,836
Airbags
10
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
78,913
Engine Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
68,775
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
60,749
Visibility
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
47,459
Hydraulic Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
15,344
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Interior Lighting
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Electric
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2010 Hyundai Accent

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~99,500 vehicles.

15V566000Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch
~99,500 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning brake light switch may also prevent the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position.

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2010 Hyundai Accent — FAQ

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

Is the 2010 Hyundai Accent reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2010 Hyundai Accent has 119 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Brakes with 17 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2010 Hyundai Accent?
Top reported problems: Brakes (17 complaints, avg 60,913 mi); Headlight/Taillight Failures (16 complaints, avg 61,441 mi); Electrical Faults (12 complaints, avg 52,580 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 2010 Hyundai Accent?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 59,429 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2010 Hyundai Accent?
NHTSA complaints for the 2010 Hyundai Accent include 9 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 7 injuries, and 0 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 2010 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 99,500 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2010 Hyundai Accent?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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