Worst 2012 Hyundai Accent Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Brakes
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Hyundai Accent.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 35 | — | 7 | 83,286 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 22 | — | 3 | 52,087 mi | |
| Brakes | 19 | 2 | 2 | 54,236 mi | |
| Airbags | 17 | 11 | — | 41,123 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 17 | 1 | 1 | 64,864 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 14 | — | 1 | 140,333 mi | |
| Fuel System | 10 | — | 1 | 76,277 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | 1 | — | 38,183 mi | |
| Body Structure | 7 | 1 | 1 | 32,271 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | — | — | 81,250 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 5 | — | — | 75,308 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 5 | — | — | 44,000 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | — | — | 31,268 mi | |
| Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Firerelated | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Modulator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Disc:Caliper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Hyundai Accent
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,921,604 vehicles.
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.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.
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2012 Hyundai Accent — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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