2017 Hyundai Accent problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2017 Hyundai Accent sits mid-pack among Accent years: 97 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 90, with no recalls and no defect investigations. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across engine (23), airbags (22), and other (16), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
97
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
10
Crash-involved
5
Fires reported
10
Injuries
0
Deaths
4
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2017 compare to other Accent years?
What are the most common 2017 Hyundai Accent problems?
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I have already submitted a report here and never had any follow up and I don't see it in the reported complaints section of this website with newer incidents already showing so I know it isn't that there is a back log. my car caught on fire while I was in the car, asleep. I have reports from the…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED AND PUSHED OVER THE MEDIAN. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. A POLICE REPORT…”
“NORTHWEST FIRE DISTRICT, FIRE INVESTIGATOR [XXX], VEHICLE FIRE ON 6/22/2019 CAR PARKED AT APPROXIMATELY 11:30 PM. 6/21/2019 OWNER AWAKENED BY DOG AT APPROXIMATELY 1:30 AM 6/22/219 TO FIND CAR INVOLVED IN FIRE. INVESTIGATION INDICATED FIRE STARTED IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. UNKNOWN FAILURE. INFORMATION…”
“I have already submitted a report here and never had any follow up and I don't see it in the reported complaints section of this website with newer incidents already showing so I know it isn't that there is a back log. my car caught on fire while I was in the car, asleep. I have reports from the…”
“OCCASIONALLY WHEN YOU ACCELERATE IT HESITATES AND DOES NOT RESPOND. IT HAS BEEN TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND A DEALER AND THEY CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM BUT IT DOES HAPPEN. IT IS DANGEROUS ESPECIALLY WHEN PULLING OUT ONTO A VERY BUSY ROAD WHERE I LIVE THIS IS A SIDE STREET ENTERING A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY OR…”
2017 Hyundai Accent — common questions
Is the 2017 Hyundai Accent reliable?
It is close to typical for the Accent: 97 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and no investigations on file.
What are the most common 2017 Accent problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (23 complaints), airbags (22 complaints), other (16 complaints).
Does the 2017 Hyundai Accent have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2017 Hyundai Accent.
Which Hyundai Accent years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Accent years to avoid are 2012, 2013, 1995, 2002, 2016, 2001, 1996, 2008, 2015, 2014. The cleanest record among Accent years belongs to 1993.
How safe is the 2017 Hyundai Accent?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2017 Hyundai Accent earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.