Does the 2021 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Accent, the most recent reported on May 19, 2022 (Seat belts: front, Seat belts: pretensioner). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Accent?

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is seat belts (6 complaints), followed by wheels (5).

How many 2021 Hyundai Accent complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 16 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Hyundai Accent recalls and problems

4 recalls and 16 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 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.

2021 Hyundai Accent recalls

Seat belts: front · Seat belts: pretensioner

NHTSA campaign 22V354000 · reported May 19, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · 230,233 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
The risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
The fix: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.

Steering: column

NHTSA campaign 22V311000 · reported May 6, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · 2 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
The risk: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 226.

Seat belts: pretensioner · Seat belts: front

NHTSA campaign 22V069000 · reported February 9, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · 354 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
The risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 219. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-796. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder

NHTSA campaign 21V937000 · reported December 2, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America · 76 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Accent vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.
The risk: Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 213.

Most reported problems

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

Seat belts6
Wheels5
Engine4
Electrical system2
Service brakes1
Steering1

What owners report

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

Jul 1, 2025 · Engine
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 40 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed; however, the contact was informed there was no fault found with the…

Apr 26, 2025 · Service brakes
Hard time stopping and controlling the vechile

Oct 1, 2024 · Engine
The contact leased a 2021 Hyundai Accent through Enterprise Rent-A-Car. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power for about 5 seconds while accelerating and decelerating through traffic. The contact stated that he was able to duplicate the failure five times and related the failure to…

May 11, 2024 · Wheels
During a tire swap, another lug nut broke off while trying to remove it. This issue has occurred before, and it seems that the faulty lug nut problem is still present. The car has only been serviced at Hyundai dealerships, and the tires were last rotated during a service at an authorized Hyundai dealership before this…

Nov 21, 2023 · Engine
My 2021 Hyundai accent has randomly not started a in more than 10 different times. The lights go on and you can hear it trying to start but it never catches to actually start. It’s under warranty but the dealer says if they can’t see it when it’s happening then they can’t fix anything. I bought a new battery with…

Accent model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2018	1	19	0	4
2019	1	31	2	1
2020	4	12	2	1
2021	4	16	0	1
2022	2	17	2	1

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

Questions

Does the 2021 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Accent, the most recent reported on May 19, 2022 (Seat belts: front, Seat belts: pretensioner). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Accent?: Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is seat belts (6 complaints), followed by wheels (5).
How many 2021 Hyundai Accent complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 16 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 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 1, 2025.