2002 Hyundai Accent vs 2003 Hyundai Accent
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Hyundai Accent |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 134 | 37 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 44 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 46,928 mi | 35,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Accent | Hyundai Accent |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 24 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 15 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 17 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 1 |
| Suspension | 7 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
2002 Hyundai Accent
2003 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.