2019 Hyundai ACCENT

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2019 Hyundai ACCENT has 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.5x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is engine problems (57% of all complaints), specifically: my connecting rod blew out of my engine i have a hyundai accent 2019, i have 65000 miles in the vehicle and have done some research as well and have seen that hyundai vehicles for at least almost 10 years have had similar problems with their engines at around the same mileage. maybe it’s possible th. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 1 crash report 3 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.5x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

ENGINE

21 complaints

57%

• My connecting rod blew out of my engine I have a Hyundai Accent 2019, I have 65000 miles in the vehicle and have done some research as well and have seen that Hyundai vehicles for at least almost 10 years have had similar problems with their engines at around the same mileage. Maybe it’s possible th
• My 2019 Hyundai Accent engine failed at 65,004 miles. I've taken my car to a local Hyundai dealership from December 2020 up until it failing in December 2021, I've had an appointment at least once a month for my check engine light being on. They scheduled me my first appointment December 2020 and la
• The engine has been consuming excessive amounts of oil since the vehicle was purchased used in Aug 2022. Eventually during normal highway driving the engine made a loud knock, lost all power, and all of the oil began spilling out of the engine creating a large oil slick on the highway. The sudden lo

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

“My connecting rod blew out of my engine I have a Hyundai Accent 2019, I have 65000 miles in the vehicle and have done some research as well and have seen that Hyundai vehicles for at least almost 10 years have had similar problems with their engines at around the same mileage. Maybe it’s possible th”

— NHTSA complaint filing

AIR BAGS

4 complaints

11%

• The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the Electronic Stability Control and airbag warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, while driving 53 MPH, the cruise control would not deactivate while depressing the brake pedal. The cruise contr
• My air bad light has been displayed for several days and won’t go away. Another friends 2017 accent is doing the same thing. I am concerned for others who own these vehicles and their safety.
• Airbag control module is faulty code B162000

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the Electronic Stability Control and airbag warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, while driving 53 MPH, the cruise control would not deactivate while depressing the brake pedal. The cruise contr”

— NHTSA complaint filing

SUSPENSION

2 complaints

• WHEN YOU MADE A CLOSED TURN TO THE RIGHT, MADE A STRONG STRIKE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SUSPENSION. IT SOUNDED LIKE A LOOSE NUT IN AN ALUMINUM TRAY. ONE MONTH LATER IN MY HUSBAND DRIVING THE VEHICLE MADE THE RIGHT TURNING TO HEARD THE SOUND AND MADE THE APPOINTMENT TO DISCOVER THAT WAS THE JOINT SH
• I was driving and all of a sudden my car was shaking and I lost my traction control and I could not stop my car with brakes. I have ABS and Traction control warning lights on in my vehicle.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“WHEN YOU MADE A CLOSED TURN TO THE RIGHT, MADE A STRONG STRIKE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SUSPENSION. IT SOUNDED LIKE A LOOSE NUT IN AN ALUMINUM TRAY. ONE MONTH LATER IN MY HUSBAND DRIVING THE VEHICLE MADE THE RIGHT TURNING TO HEARD THE SOUND AND MADE THE APPOINTMENT TO DISCOVER THAT WAS THE JOINT SH”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

2 complaints

• PULLING TO THE LEFT, AND ON THE FREEWAY AT FREEWAY SPEEDS, I HAVE TO MAINTAIN CONSTANT PRESSURE TO KEEP THE CAR TRACKING STRAIGHT. LES SCHWAB CHECKED THE ALIGNMENT AND SAID IT WAS IN FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. THEY SWAPPED THE RIGHT AND LEFT FRONT TIRES, AND IT STILL PULLS TO THE LEFT. THIS IS A SAFET

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“PULLING TO THE LEFT, AND ON THE FREEWAY AT FREEWAY SPEEDS, I HAVE TO MAINTAIN CONSTANT PRESSURE TO KEEP THE CAR TRACKING STRAIGHT. LES SCHWAB CHECKED THE ALIGNMENT AND SAID IT WAS IN FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. THEY SWAPPED THE RIGHT AND LEFT FRONT TIRES, AND IT STILL PULLS TO THE LEFT. THIS IS A SAFET”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

2 complaints

• The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power and shuddered. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that a Police Officer arrived on the scene and was able to push the vehicle off the roadway.
• I am reporting a severe and hazardous failure involving my 2019 Hyundai Accent. On August 8, 2025, between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., while driving on Mopac (Loop 1), a heavily traveled highway in Austin, Texas, the vehicle abruptly experienced an overheating issue without any prior warning. The engi

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power and shuddered. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that a Police Officer arrived on the scene and was able to push the vehicle off the roadway.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

SUSPENSION(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 37 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: My connecting rod blew out of my engine I have a Hyundai Accent 2019, I have 65000 miles in the vehicle and have done some research as well and have seen that Hyundai vehicles for at least almost 10 years have had similar problems with their engines at around the same mileage. Maybe it’s possible th
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the Electronic Stability Control and airbag warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, while driving 53 MPH, the cruise control would not deactivate while depressing the brake pedal. The cruise contr
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SUSPENSION: WHEN YOU MADE A CLOSED TURN TO THE RIGHT, MADE A STRONG STRIKE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SUSPENSION. IT SOUNDED LIKE A LOOSE NUT IN AN ALUMINUM TRAY. ONE MONTH LATER IN MY HUSBAND DRIVING THE VEHICLE MADE THE RIGHT TURNING TO HEARD THE SOUND AND MADE THE APPOINTMENT TO DISCOVER THAT WAS THE JOINT SH
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: PULLING TO THE LEFT, AND ON THE FREEWAY AT FREEWAY SPEEDS, I HAVE TO MAINTAIN CONSTANT PRESSURE TO KEEP THE CAR TRACKING STRAIGHT. LES SCHWAB CHECKED THE ALIGNMENT AND SAID IT WAS IN FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. THEY SWAPPED THE RIGHT AND LEFT FRONT TIRES, AND IT STILL PULLS TO THE LEFT. THIS IS A SAFET
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)