Hyundai Accent: recalls & VIN check
The Accent is an economical subcompact and a common first car, so used examples vary widely in how well they were cared for.
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The data below is for a representative 2019model year. Enter the VIN of the exact car you’re looking at for its own decoded specs and recall history — free.
2019 Accent recalls (1)
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
21V619000Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Owner complaints (29)
Owners filed 29 complaints with NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Accent. These are unverified owner reports, but recurring themes are worth asking a seller about.
What Ontario buyers should watch on a used Accent
As a budget car popular with new drivers, confirm the seller is the registered owner, check the odometer against wear, and don't skip an inspection on a cheap example.
Get the full history on a Hyundai Accent
Accident & damage records, liens, title brands and odometer history for the exact vehicle.
Recall, rating and complaint data is sourced from NHTSA public databases for a representative 2019 model year and may differ for other years and trims. Ontario VIN Checkis independent and not affiliated with the manufacturer, ServiceOntario or the Government of Ontario. Always verify open recalls and a vehicle’s specific history before purchase.