2016 Hyundai Accent recalls and problems
No recalls and 102 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Hyundai Accent.
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2016 Hyundai Accent recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
I brought my vehicle to Victorville Hyundai to address the official manufacturer safety warranty extension, Campaign Z01, which covers a defective passenger side Occupant Classification System (OCS) airbag sensor. My vehicle currently has 129,000 miles. The dealership and the service manager refused to perform the…
Engine failure on a vehicle under 100,000 miles creates a risk of sudden loss of power while driving. A failing catalytic converter & coil packs can cause overheating and potential fire risk. These components were either pre-existing manufacturer defects or were damaged during the engine replacement process at Auto…
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that she recently purchased the vehicle from a private seller. When the contact drove the vehicle for the first time, there were no issues or warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. However, when the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for…
I got into an accident and my airbags did not go off... my face hit the steering wheel and my hand is broken because the airbags didn't deploy
The engine failed and requires a full engine replacement. The vehicle is currently at ALM Hyundai West, 1990 Thornton Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122, and is available for inspection upon request. Hyundai Motor America has already approved the engine replacement under a goodwill authorization, implicitly confirming the…
Accent model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2018 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 4 |
| 2019 | 1 | 31 | 2 | 1 |
Across all years, the 2012 Accent has the most complaints (153). All Hyundai Accent years →
Questions
- Does the 2016 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Accent as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Accent?
- Owners have filed 102 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (33 complaints), followed by air bags (30).
- How many 2016 Hyundai Accent complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 7 of 102 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 6, 2026.