1996 Hyundai Accent vs 1998 Hyundai Accent
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Hyundai Accent | 1998 Hyundai Accent |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 101 | 47 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 45 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–28 | 26–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Accent | Hyundai Accent |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 22 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 5 |
| Suspension | 24 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 11 |
| Visibility | 9 | 1 |
| Structure | 7 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
1996 Hyundai Accent
1998 Hyundai Accent
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.