2015 Hyundai Accent vs 2016 Hyundai Accent
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Hyundai Accent | 2016 Hyundai Accent |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 69 | 100 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 74 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30–31 | 30–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,795 mi | 50,997 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Accent | Hyundai Accent |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 26 | 29 |
| Engine | 20 | 32 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 26 |
| Steering | 2 | 10 |
| Structure | 5 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 7 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 16 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 10 |
2015 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.