Complaints
96
Crashes
9
Fires
5
Injuries
10
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2017 Hyundai Accent Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#122 complaints
Engine Problems
Avg mileage:98,500 mi
Fires:1
#219 complaints
Airbags
Avg mileage:47,884 mi
Crash-related:6
#37 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:61,106 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Hyundai Accent.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 22 | — | 1 | 98,500 mi | |
| Airbags | 19 | 6 | — | 47,884 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | 1 | 61,106 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | 55,333 mi | |
| Brakes | 5 | 1 | — | 19,508 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Immobilizer/Proximity:Sensor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Engine Problems
22
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
98,500
Airbags
19
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
—
Avg Miles
47,884
Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
61,106
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
55,333
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
19,508
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Immobilizer/Proximity:Sensor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2017 Hyundai Accent — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2017 Hyundai Accent reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2017 Hyundai Accent has 96 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 22 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Accent?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (22 complaints, avg 98,500 mi); Airbags (19 complaints, avg 47,884 mi); Electrical Faults (7 complaints, avg 61,106 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 2017 Hyundai Accent?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 66,679 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Hyundai Accent?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Hyundai Accent include 9 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 10 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 2017 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2017 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 2017 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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