2012 Hyundai Accent vs 2013 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 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Hyundai Accent |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 152 | 140 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 102 | 75 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 31–32 | 31–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,000 mi | 51,300 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Accent | Hyundai Accent |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 36 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 18 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 23 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 8 |
| Steering | 9 | 8 |
| Structure | 9 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 14 | 9 |
| Stalling | 12 | 7 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
2012 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.