2014 Hyundai Accent problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Hyundai Accent, most often about brakes. There is 1 recall for this model year.

Complaints
59
Recalls
1
Crashes
5
Fires
8
Injuries
6
Median mileage
109,578 mi
at time of problem

Safety warning: at least one recall for this vehicle tells owners to park outside until it is repaired. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Key facts

  • Brakes is the most-reported problem area, named in 25 of 59 complaints (42%).
  • Engine (17) and seats & seat belts (5) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 109,578 mi.
  • Owners reported 5 crashes, 8 fires and 6 injuries.
  • The 2014 Hyundai Accent has 1 recall on file.
  • NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation covering this vehicle.
  • It ranks 2nd of 18 Hyundai Accent model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 22% fewer complaints than the 2013 model year (76).

2014 Hyundai Accent problems by category

  • Brakes
    25 complaints
  • Engine
    17 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts · 1 crash
    5 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    5 complaints
  • Airbags · 4 crashes
    4 complaints
  • Electrical System
    4 complaints
  • Steering · 1 crash
    4 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    3 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    2 complaints
  • Suspension
    2 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Engine17
Service brakes12
Service brakes, hydraulic12
Seat belts5
Air bags4
Electrical system4
Steering4
Unknown or other4

When problems happen (mileage)

Under 10k10k–30k30k–60k660k–100k7100k–150k1150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2014 Hyundai Accent complaints that list mileage.

2014 Hyundai Accent recalls (1)

  • Recall 23V651000Sep 22, 20231,649,478 vehiclesPark outside
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

    Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • AQ23002Opened Nov 17, 2023Open

    Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires

    The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V-520, 20V-543, …

Recent 2014 Hyundai Accent complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Jul 10, 2026MIEngine
    This vehicle has the Hyundai 1.6L GDI engine, which has been recalled in other Hyundai models, just not the 2014 Accent. Just after passing 100,000 miles, this vehicle's check engine light came on indicating something was wrong with the camshaft timing. We brought it to a mechanic and found out the camshaft sprockets on the exhaust are faulty and it requires a new timing chain as well. If these repairs were not done, the engine would seize up and fail. The repair is…
    NHTSA complaint #11749524 · source
  2. Filed Mar 10, 2026110,000 miLABrakesSteering
    The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds on several occasions, the steering wheel seized. No warning light was illuminated. The brakes locked up, causing a tire blowout. The contact stated that the tie rod was replaced. The contact stated that a neighbor assisted with freeing the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that, due to…
    NHTSA complaint #11723312 · source
  3. Filed Aug 7, 2025CTEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSteering
    For reasons unknown I was at a stoplight. The car started shaking, and the check engine light started blinking, and then the light went off. Also, the steering wheel locks up at times and I’m unable to to move the steering wheel because it’s locked.
    NHTSA complaint #11679167 · source
  4. Filed May 1, 2025TXEngineOther / Unknown
    I received a paper saying I had multiple recalls. Abs Fuel Replacement, Anti-Theft Ignition Protector & Decal Install, Anti-Theft Steering Wheel Locks.
    NHTSA complaint #11658277 · source
  5. Filed Dec 12, 2024NYBrakes
    When driving my 2014 Hyundai Accent, the brake system completely failed and I lost all ability to stop the vehicle. I was able to stop the car by downshifting to a lower gear and use the emergency handbrake. I was able to avoid other vehicles and no accident occurred. The vehicle was towed to a Hyundai dealer and determined the brake lines corroded and fluid loss caused loss of braking. No warning lamps indicated an issue and no loss of brake fluid was seen prior to the…
    NHTSA complaint #11630401 · source
  6. Filed Nov 6, 2024NVSeats & Seat Belts
    Driving on city & highway, driver side selt belt will release itself multiple times. On a daily drive to work 12 miles at least 2-3 times! I can be at a stop and literally wiggle it loose and releases. I have researched it online through multiple platforms there's over a 100+ hyundai owners with the same problem. Please look into this issue! I have 3 children 1 is gonna start driving soon. (2014 hyundai accent) Thank you!
    NHTSA complaint #11623903 · source
  7. Filed Oct 19, 2024NCOther / Unknown
    The air conditioner is leaking out fluid when turning on and I feel it is because of the unrepaired recall; this happens on a daily basis but I first noticed it on October 1.
    NHTSA complaint #11620754 · source
  8. Filed Sep 30, 2024PRFireTowedBrakes
    The contact owned a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving, the drive stick shift failed to change gears from first gear. The drive stick shift became abnormally stuck when depressing the brake pedal and attempting to shift gears. The contact merged to the shoulder of the road with the assistance of the emergency brakes and noticed smoke. The contact was able to safely exit the vehicle when it caught on fire under the front passenger side. The police and…
    NHTSA complaint #11617236 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology