Is the 2017 Hyundai ACCENT reliable?

The 2017 Hyundai ACCENT has 97 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: ENGINE problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Hyundai ACCENT?

Top problems: ENGINE (23 complaints, avg repair $500); AIR BAGS (22 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (16 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Hyundai ACCENT?

No recalls have been issued for the 2017 Hyundai ACCENT.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Hyundai ACCENT?

The 2017 Hyundai ACCENT gets 31 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1548. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Hyundai ACCENT?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Hyundai ACCENT is approximately $1,575/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2017 Hyundai ACCENT

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2017 Hyundai ACCENT has 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 97. The most common issue is engine problems (24% of all complaints), specifically: in october of 2020 the car had an oil change. about a month later while driving down the highway i started to hear a ticking noise. when i got to my house we started to investigate what was going on. first we checked the oil which was nothing but fumes but the oil light never came on. confused as t. ⚠️ 5 fire reports filed.

5 fire reports 10 crash reports 9 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

4/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ENGINE

23 complaints

24%

• IN OCTOBER OF 2020 THE CAR HAD AN OIL CHANGE. ABOUT A MONTH LATER WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY I STARTED TO HEAR A TICKING NOISE. WHEN I GOT TO MY HOUSE WE STARTED TO INVESTIGATE WHAT WAS GOING ON. FIRST WE CHECKED THE OIL WHICH WAS NOTHING BUT FUMES BUT THE OIL LIGHT NEVER CAME ON. CONFUSED AS T
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT
• DRIVING ON HIGHWAY ON VACATION COMING FROM FLORIDA, THE CAR LOST POWER FOR 3 SECONDS AND CAME BACK ON AGAIN. WEIRD IT HAPPENED. HASNT HAPPENED SINCE BUT SCARY TO COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN THEN START UP AGAIN. THE MOTOR CONTINUE TO RUN BUT LIGHTS AND EVERYTHG ELSE SHUT. IT WAS WEIRD. THIS HAPPEN SUMMER 202

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports

“IN OCTOBER OF 2020 THE CAR HAD AN OIL CHANGE. ABOUT A MONTH LATER WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY I STARTED TO HEAR A TICKING NOISE. WHEN I GOT TO MY HOUSE WE STARTED TO INVESTIGATE WHAT WAS GOING ON. FIRST WE CHECKED THE OIL WHICH WAS NOTHING BUT FUMES BUT THE OIL LIGHT NEVER CAME ON. CONFUSED AS T”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2017 Hyundai ACCENT

Based on 43 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 49K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 30-60K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

Reported earliermedian 49K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

AIR BAGS

In line with typicalmedian 44K mi · 10 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 58K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 Hyundai ACCENT

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,549

Per month

$129

Per mile

12.9¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,847/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,298/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Hyundai ACCENT

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,575

Full coverage / month

$131

Liability only / year

$598

vs US avg

-6%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.98x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1575

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Hyundai ACCENT Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

60K mi

Spark plugs

90K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

Turbo engines (1.6T, 2.0T) need premium fuel and more frequent oil (some owners service at 5,000 miles).

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Hyundai New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

10 yr / 100K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

7 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

10 years/100K powertrain warranty is transferable only to first purchaser after initial owner

These are the terms for a new Hyundai. If you're buying a used 2017 ACCENT, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Hyundai dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 97 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: IN OCTOBER OF 2020 THE CAR HAD AN OIL CHANGE. ABOUT A MONTH LATER WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY I STARTED TO HEAR A TICKING NOISE. WHEN I GOT TO MY HOUSE WE STARTED TO INVESTIGATE WHAT WAS GOING ON. FIRST WE CHECKED THE OIL WHICH WAS NOTHING BUT FUMES BUT THE OIL LIGHT NEVER CAME ON. CONFUSED AS T
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING 74 MPH, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY IN THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AFTER BEING STRUCK ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE QUARTER PANEL. THE VEHICLE TRAVELED OVER THE MEDIAN, STRUCK AN EMBANKMENT, ROLLED OVER, AND LANDED ON ITS ROOF. THERE WERE NO WARN
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: THE UNDER CARRIAGE IS NOT STABLE. THE UNDERCARRIAGE COVER FALLS OFF WHENEVER SOMETHING SCRAPES THE BOTTOM OF CAR...ON THE PASSENGER AIDE ONLY. THE SCREWS AND BOLTS VECOME BENT AND THE NUTS FALL OFF, FORCING UNDER CARRIAGE COVER TO FALL AND SCRAPE ON GROUND. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION ABOUT 1 BLOCK FROM
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: THE DASH LIGHTS; BRAKE, ABS, AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON. THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO DOES NOT WORK WHILE DRIVING. THE GAS GAUGE IS GOING UP AND DOWN AND NOT SHOWING THE CORRECT GAS. THE ELECTRICAL APPEARS TO BE MALFUNCTIONING, BUT THE DEALER HAS YET TO RECREATE THE ISSUE. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)