What are the most common problems with the 2014 Hyundai Accent?

Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (18 complaints), followed by service brakes (12).

How many 2014 Hyundai Accent complaints mention a crash or fire?

12 of 79 complaints report a crash and 9 a fire; 14 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2014 Hyundai Accent recalls and problems

1 recall and 79 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2014 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.

2014 Hyundai Accent recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module

NHTSA campaign 23V651000 · reported September 22, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America · 1,649,478 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

Most reported problems

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

Engine18
Service brakes12
Service brakes, hydraulic12
Air bags11
Steering8
Unknown or other6
Electrical system5
Seat belts5
Fuel/propulsion system3
Suspension3

What owners report

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

Jul 10, 2026 · Engine
This vehicle has the Hyundai 1.6L GDI engine, which has been recalled in other Hyundai models, just not the 2014 Accent. Just after passing 100,000 miles, this vehicle's check engine light came on indicating something was wrong with the camshaft timing. We brought it to a mechanic and found out the camshaft sprockets…

Mar 10, 2026 · Steering · 110,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds on several occasions, the steering wheel seized. No warning light was illuminated. The brakes locked up, causing a tire blowout. The contact stated that the tie rod was replaced. The contact stated that a neighbor…

Aug 7, 2025 · Engine
For reasons unknown I was at a stoplight. The car started shaking, and the check engine light started blinking, and then the light went off. Also, the steering wheel locks up at times and I’m unable to to move the steering wheel because it’s locked.

May 1, 2025 · Engine
I received a paper saying I had multiple recalls. Abs Fuel Replacement, Anti-Theft Ignition Protector & Decal Install, Anti-Theft Steering Wheel Locks.

Dec 12, 2024 · Service brakes
When driving my 2014 Hyundai Accent, the brake system completely failed and I lost all ability to stop the vehicle. I was able to stop the car by downshifting to a lower gear and use the emergency handbrake. I was able to avoid other vehicles and no accident occurred. The vehicle was towed to a Hyundai dealer and…

Accent model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2011	1	38	3	0
2012	2	153	13	8
2013	1	142	16	9
2014	1	79	12	9
2015	2	70	7	11
2016	0	102	7	3
2017	0	68	9	3

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

Questions

Does the 2014 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Hyundai Accent, the most recent reported on September 22, 2023 (Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Hyundai Accent?: Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (18 complaints), followed by service brakes (12).
How many 2014 Hyundai Accent complaints mention a crash or fire?: 12 of 79 complaints report a crash and 9 a fire; 14 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 10, 2026.