Does the 2011 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Hyundai Accent, the most recent reported on September 8, 2015 (Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Hyundai Accent?

Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (10 complaints), followed by engine (10).

How many 2011 Hyundai Accent complaints mention a crash or fire?

3 of 38 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2011 Hyundai Accent recalls and problems

1 recall and 38 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai Accent.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2011 Hyundai Accent recalls

Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch

NHTSA campaign 15V566000 · reported September 8, 2015 · Hyundai Motor America · 99,500 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Failure to illuminate the brake lights during braking or the inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an expansion of 13V-113.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system10
Engine10
Air bags7
Vehicle speed control5
Unknown or other4
Exterior lighting3
Service brakes3
Steering3
Electronic stability control (ESC)2
Fuel/propulsion system1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 6, 2026 · Service brakes
The vehicle is subject to Safety Recall 13V-113 (Campaign 131) for problems relating to the brake light switch. The recall repair was attempted in 2016 but the defect has recurred (current symptoms include but is not limited to: brake lights sporadically staying on with car off, key removed and all doors securely…

Feb 25, 2025 · Unknown or other
Upon opening my driver side door the handle came off in my hand. I went to open the rear driver passenger side door and that handle came off in my hand. A repair shop went to open the rear passenger side door that handle came off. My fourth attempt I went to open my passenger side door and that one opened but loose. I…

Apr 23, 2024 · Engine
My car is experiencing the same issue as the recall on the engines for sonatas and Elantra in my year. My vehicle experienced a stall while in a drive thru the oil light illuminated and ever since then I have a ticking sound in the engine.

Jul 3, 2023 · Steering
Key ignition locked, key would not turn and steering wheel locked while driving. Previously checked by Auto nation hyundai in Savannah, GA. They could not get it to lock up. Drove a few weeks and it locked up again while driving and would not unlock. Hyundai could not get it unlocked or the key to turn. Advised this…

Jan 3, 2023 · Air bags
The recall issue showed at the inspection center and this vehicle has not been in an incident

Accent model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2008	1	101	11	1
2009	2	101	9	1
2010	1	87	4	0
2011	1	38	3	0
2012	2	153	13	8
2013	1	142	16	9
2014	1	79	12	9

Across all years, the 2012 Accent has the most complaints (153). All Hyundai Accent years →

Questions

Does the 2011 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Hyundai Accent, the most recent reported on September 8, 2015 (Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Hyundai Accent?: Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (10 complaints), followed by engine (10).
How many 2011 Hyundai Accent complaints mention a crash or fire?: 3 of 38 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 6, 2026.