2013 Hyundai Accent problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes, Hydraulic (22) · Engine (22) · Service Brakes (9)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
71 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/Module 2023-09-22 · campaign 23V651000 · 1,649,478 vehicles ⚠ PARK OUTSIDE
Defect: 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.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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.
Service bulletins (78)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Back Over Prevention: Warnings 2026-10-15 · 26-GI-004H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some hyundai vehicles may be equipped with a parking distance warning (pdw) sensor(s) that may trigger various dtcs and display warning messages on the instrument cluster, resulting in the pdw sensor(s) failing to detect nearby objects or triggering multiple false alarms. this condition may be a res
Engine 2026-10-08 · 26-EM-016H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure for vehicles diagnosed with this condition. all internal combustion engines consume some engine oil during normal operatio
Engine 2026-10-07 · 26-EM-015H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles exhibiting this condition. all internal combustion engines consume engine oil as part of normal engine operatio
Electrical System 2026-05-23 · Z01 Letter · Warranty Program/Extension
certain 2012 – 2017 model year accent, 2012 – 2017 model year azera, 2013 – 2018 model year santa fe sport, 2013 – 2019 model year santa fe, and 2012 – 2017 model year veloster vehicles may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) may be set. at hyundai, we ar
Electrical System 2026-04-25 · 26-BE-011H DN · Warranty Program/Extension
some vehicles listed below may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and dtc(s) b1763 (ocs ecu defect), and/or b1764 (ocs mat defect) may be stored. hyundai is extending the warranty coverage of the sensor for the occupant classification system (ocs) / occupant detection system (ods) to 18 ye
Electrical System 2026-04-25 · 26-BE-011H TSB · Warranty Program/Extension
some vehicles listed below may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and dtc(s) b1763 (ocs ecu defect), and/or b1764 (ocs mat defect) may be stored. hyundai is extending the warranty coverage of the sensor for the occupant classification system (ocs) / occupant detection system (ods) to 18 ye
Showing the 6 most recent of 78 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-22 · Engine · 117,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai accent. the contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. the dealer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a connecting rod bearing failure. the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. the…”
2026-08-18 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 150,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai accent. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop as intended while the brake pedal was fully depressed. the brake warning light illuminated. in addition, the contact used the parking brake to pull over to the shoulder of the road safely. upon further inspe…”
2026-05-21 · Unknown Or Other · 🔥 fire“my parked, unoccupied 2013 hyundai accent spontaneously caught fire while turned off in my driveway. this vehicle is included in hyundai safety recall 251 (nhtsa campaign number 23v651000) for a defective anti-lock brake system (abs) module that causes an electrical short circuit and engine compartment fires when parked. the local fire department r…”
2026-05-11 · Engine“my name is [xxx] and i am filing a complaint against the auto factory in [xxx] . in december 2024 i purchased a 2013 hyundai accent (vin: [xxx] ) from this dealership. i financed the vehicle and have been making my payments on time every month. recently the car developed a serious engine problem and is no longer drivable. while looking into the si…”
2025-12-18 · Seat Belts“i suddenly jammed my breaks to avoid an accident and my seat belt came undone. i flew foward in my seat. now the seat belt (driver) comes undone every time i have a sudden stop.…”
2025-10-17 · Engine“my 2013 hyundai accent with 130k miles is experiencing excessive oil consumption. i'm replacing 1.5+ quarts per month to keep it at the full mark on the dipstick. after some research, it appears that lawsuits and technical service bulletins have been issued to address the concerns, but the dealer says my vehicle does not qualify for these warrant…”
2025-09-24 · Vehicle Speed Control“the incident started august 15, 2025, i was driving my car and the traction light came on i stopped and turned it off. i proceeded to drive it after that and came home. then i noticed my brake lights were constantly on so i took a piece of cardboard and folded it in a few folds and put it between the brake pedal and the brake switch it turned it of…”
2025-04-20 · Traction Control System“stuck in deep snow long ride share gig service high mileage 247924…”
2025-04-20 · Tires“fast fraud lease agreement during initial payment part removed void out 10 min window no re-entry …”
2025-01-30 · Service Brakes“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai accent. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 23v651000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the local dealer was not contacted. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the ma…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.