2002 Hyundai Accent problems
The Hyundai Accent (Korean: 현대 엑센트), or Hyundai Verna (현대 베르나) is a subcompact car produced by Hyundai. In Australia, the first generation models carried over the Hyundai Excel name used by the Accent's predecessor. The Accent was replaced in 2000 by the Hyundai Verna in South Korea, although most international markets, including the US, retained the "Accent" name. The "Accent" name is an abbreviation of Advanced Compact Car of Epoch-making New Technology.
The Accent is produced for the Chinese market by Beijing Hyundai Co., a joint venture with Beijing Automotive Industry Corp. For the Russian market it was assembled by the TagAZ plant in Taganrog until 2011, and since 2011 it was assembled by the HMMR plant in Saint Petersburg and sold under the new name Hyundai Solaris. In Mexico, the Accent was marketed until 2014 by Chrysler as the Dodge Attitude, previously known as the Verna by Dodge. In Venezuela, Chrysler marketed these models as the Dodge Brisa until 2006. The Brisa was assembled by Mitsubishi Motors at its plant in Barcelona, Venezuela. Since 2002, the Accent had been the longest-running small family car sold in North America. In Puerto Rico, the second and third generations were sold as the Hyundai Brio.
In 2008, Hyundai Accent was named the most dependable subcompact car by J.D. Power and Associates.
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Common 2002 Hyundai Accent problems
The 2002 Hyundai Accent has several common problems, primarily related to the engine, power train, fuel system, and airbags.
- Power Train: The power train is the second-worst problem for the 2002 Hyundai Accent, with 27 complaints reported to the NHTSA. This issue affects 143 owners, and the severity of the problem ranges from minor inconveniences to significant repairs.
- Fuel System: The fuel system is the third-worst problem for the 2002 Hyundai Accent, with 18 complaints reported to the NHTSA. This issue affects 143 owners and is primarily related to fuel delivery and fuel injection systems.
- Airbags: The airbags are the fourth-worst problem for the 2002 Hyundai Accent, with 16 complaints reported to the NHTSA. This issue affects 143 owners and is primarily related to the deployment and functionality of the airbags.
- Wiring Harnesses: Wiring harnesses tended to be too tight, the wires often too short, and there were lots of reports of poor connections. Corroded connections were often reported.
- Cabin Noise: Cabin noise is a major problem, especially when driving on the interstate. The car has only 105 horsepower to begin with, and after a few years, the car becomes downright sluggish. It's hard to overtake on a highway because the car doesn't have a lot of get-up-and-go power.
- Parts: Parts can be very expensive compared to domestic brands, and base models have no safety features, no ABS even. The car is also very cramped inside, and parts can break easily, such as door handles.
In summary, the 2002 Hyundai Accent has several common problems, primarily related to the engine, power train, fuel system, and airbags. These issues can range from minor inconveniences to significant repairs, and the severity of the problem can vary depending on the individual car and its maintenance history.
What are the most common problems with Hyundai Accent?
Hyundai Accent Common Problems and Solutions
- Boot leak. Problem: If you are finding that the boot is leaking in water on your car, then the boot seal is prone to leaking on this car. ...
- Engine management warning light/rough idling. Problem: ...
- Electric window problems. Problem: ...
- Wing mirrors rusting. Problem:
Is Hyundai Accent good or not?
Our friends at RepairPal give the Hyundai Accent a great reliability rating of 4.5/5. This puts it in 5th place out of 21 subcompact cars. Reliability scores are based on the frequency and severity of component failure, and for the Accent, these are much lower than they are for most other vehicles.
What size engine is in the 2002 Hyundai Accent?
1.5-liter four-
The base model uses a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 92 hp, while the GL and GS models get a 105-hp, 1.6-liter four-cylinder. Both power plants can team with a standard five-speed manual or an optional four-speed-automatic transmission.
What is the mileage of Hyundai Accent GLS 2002?
FAQs on Accent [1999-2003] Mileage
The ARAI mileage of Hyundai Accent [1999-2003] is 9.4 kmpl. The Hyundai Accent [1999-2003] petrol mileage starts from 9.4 kmpl.
2002 Hyundai Accent car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Hyundai Accent problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Air bags problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2002 Hyundai Accent vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2002 Hyundai Accent
The NHTSA has received 144 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2002 Hyundai Accent. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2002 Hyundai Accent vehicles.
2024-08-11
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-08-01
- VIN: KMHCG35C02U
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Purchased car 2002 in Arizona. About 2009 when the check engine light came on and when filling the car with gas the pump would stop after less than .25 gallons pumped. It takes greater than 20 minutes to fill the tank and many times the auto shut off fails and I end up being sprayed gasoline. This is a personal safety issue as well as an enviromental hazard. There are many similar complaints about this issue, but it is repeatedly ignored. What will get this addressed, some one being seriously injured after being doused with gasoline?
2019-09-09
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-09
- VIN: KMHCG45C92U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ALL CARS AND TRUCKS WITH YELLOW FOGGY HEADLAMP LENSES SHOULD BE RECALLED ? WHEN THEY WERE GLASS AND ONLY $ 5.00 THEY DIDN'T TURN YELLOW . THAT IS A SAFETY HAZARD NOT BEING ABLE TO SEE AT NITE. !! YOU PEOPLE ARE NOT DOING YOUR JOB KEEPING US SAFE!
2019-03-04
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-16
- VIN: KMHCG45C12U
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I GOT THIS CAR IN 2015 AND IT KEEP FAILING THE STATE OF OHIO VECHICLE INSPECTION E-CHECK TEST AND THE SAME CODE KEEPS COMING UP..... P1401..... WHY... IT FAIL ON JAN 16,2019 AND IN 2017 JAN.19.17 I SPENT $398.52 AND HAD GAS TANK FILLER NECK AND CANISTER VENTVALVE REPLACE.....AND AGAIN SAME CODE 2019 "P1401..HELP THKS. (XXXX) PARTS OF THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN REDACTED TO PROTECT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2018-04-26
CHILD SEAT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-07
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Number Of Deaths: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHCF35G22U
- Components: CHILD SEAT
- Summary: I AM A POLICE OFFICER, CRASH RECONSTRUCTIONIST, AND CHILD SEAT TECHNICIAN. I WAS INVOLVED IN INVESTIGATING A SERIOUS INJURY CRASH IN WHICH A CHILD WAS IN A DOREL JUVENILE GROUP, SCENERA NEXT CONVERTIBLE SEAT. THE SEAT BROKE AND FAILED TO MAINTAIN ITS INTEGRITY. THERE WAS A VERY LARGE CRACK DOWN THE SIDE FRAME, AND THE ENTIRE BACK OF THE SEAT BROKE OUT FROM WHERE THE HARNESS STRAPS COME THROUGH. I HAVE NEVER SEEN A CHILD SEAT BREAK EVEN A FRACTION AS MUCH AS THIS SEAT DID, THE SEAT AND CHILD WERE REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE BY PARAMEDICS PRIOR TO MY SEEING THE SEAT. SO I DON'T KNOW ANY DETAILS BEYOND THE FACT IT WAS INSTALLED FORWARD FACING AT THE TIME OF THE CRASH. *TT *BF *TR *DT*JB
2017-11-25
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-18
- VIN: KMHCG45C72U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: HAVING THE VEHICLE STATIONARY, I JACKED IT UP TO DO SOME BRAKE WORK IN THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE. THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS (AS WELL AS VARIOUS FRAME PARTS UNDERNEATH) ARE EXTREMELY RUSTY. WHEN LOWERING THE VEHICLE USING A FLOOR JACK (AFTER DOING THE REPAIR) THE LOWER CONTROL BROKE. I FEEL VERY FORTUNATE THIS HAPPENED IN MY YARD ON MY PROPERTY. THIS VEHICLE HAS ONLY 84,000 MILES.
2017-08-10
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-02
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHCF35G02U
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE CONTACT BECAME UNCONSCIOUS AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY, AND THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A FRACTURED STERNUM AND VERTEBRATES IN THE BACK, INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT CONTACTED OR NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED.
2016-09-15
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-13
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHCG35C92U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS HAVE RUSTED THROUGH COMPLETELY AND CAUSED AN ACCIDENT WITH NO INJURIES OR MAJOR DAMAGE. DRIVING 25 MILES PER HOUR ON SMALL ROAD WHEN CONTROL ARM FAILED AND CAUSED LOSS OF CONTROL.
2016-05-24
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-24
- VIN: KMHCG45C02U
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN PUTTING GAS IN THE CAR, THE FUEL PUMP CLICKS OFF EVERY 10 CENTS OR SO AS IF THE TANK IS FULL BUT IT IS NOT. SOMETIMES THE GAS OVEN RUNS BACK OUT OF THE TANK AS IF IT IS OVERFILLED AND RUNNING OVER, BUT IT IS NOT. I LIVE IN NJ, WHICH IS ONE OF THE TWO STATES THAT HAVE FULL SERVICE GAS STATIONS. AND GAS STATION ATTENDANTS CONSTANTLY TELL ME THAT THEY ENCOUNTER THIS PROBLEM SPECIFICALLY WITH HYUNDAI'S ALL THE TIME! THEY HAVE TOLD ME THAT THEY HAVE ALSO SEEN THIS WITH BRAND NEW HYUNDAI MODELS AS WELL, SO IT'S NOT A PROBLEM THAT HAS IMPROVED OVER THE YEARS SINCE MY DATED 2002 MODEL. EVEN THE SERVICE TECH AT MY LOCAL HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP WAS ALL TOO FAMILIAR WITH THIS DEFECT WIDELY KNOWN WITH HYUNDAI'S WHEN I SPOKE TO HIM. HE ALSO QUOTED ME A PRICE AROUND $600, WHICH HE SAID FROM HIS EXPERIENCE AS A TECHNICIAN DOESN'T GUARANTEE THE PROBLEM TO BE FIXED. THERE ARE CASES OF THE PROBLEM COMING BACK AFTER THE REPAIR IS DONE! I CONTACTED HYUNDAI WITH MY CONCERNS AND TO SPECIFICALLY ASK WHY THIS WIDELY KNOWN DEFECT WAS NOT RECALLED AND I DID NOT GET A REAL ANSWER TO MY QUESTION. I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH THIS PROBLEM FOR SOME TIME. AND LOOKING AT SOME OF THE OTHER COMPLAINTS FILED, PLUS THE PEOPLE I'VE TALKED TO (INCLUDING HYUNDAI EMPLOYEES), THEY HAVE KNOWN ABOUT THIS COMMON PROBLEM, BUT REFUSE TO ACKNOWLEDGE IT AS A DEFECT AND FIX THE ISSUE. VERY FRUSTRATING.
2015-08-10
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-02
- VIN: KMHCF35G72U
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE REFUELING THE VEHICLE, FUEL WOULD LEAK FROM THE FILLER NECK ONTO THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 92,000.
2015-05-19
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-06
- VIN: KMHCG35CX2U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND HEARD SOMETHING SCRAPPING AND VEHICLE QUIT MOVING HAD TO BE PUSHED OUT OF A DANGEROUS CURVE INTO A PARKING LOT ALL TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK OUT AS THE TOW TRUCK LIFTED IT ONTO IT'S BED. HAD TO PAY FOR THE TOW TRUCK, AND HAD ONLY HAD THE CAR FOR 6 DAYS. IT IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY BUT THE COMPANY I BOUGHT IT FROM HAS LEFT ME WITHOUT A VEHICLE SINCE THE 6TH DAY OF MAY, AND REUSE TO FIX IT WITHOUT ME PAYING FOR IT, AND THEY ALSO KEPT MY $800 DOWN PAYMENT.
2015-05-11
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-03-01
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MANY PEOPLE HAVE BEEN COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS VEHICLE. YOU CAN'T PUT GAS INTO IT WITHOUT THE PUMP STOPPING APPROXIMATELY EVERY .25 GALLONS. IT'S VERY ANNOYING AND IT IS DIFFICULT TO PASS INSPECTION. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY HYUNDAI SHOULD NOT BE REQUIRED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM. IT COMES UP AS A 1401 FOR EMISSIONS TESTING
2015-04-21
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-20
- VIN: KMHCG45C92U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I HAD JUST GOTTEN OFF INTERSTATE 76 AT ROUTE 14 AFTER DRIVING THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 70 MPH. I CAME DOWN THE RAMP AND AS I APPLIED THE BRAKES, THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL LOCKED UP. THANK GOD IT DIDN'T HAPPEN ON INTERSTATE 76. THE TRAFFIC WAS VERY HEAVY WITH SEMI'S ALL AROUND ALONG WITH REGULAR TRAFFIC. I COME TO FIND OUT THE FRONT LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM COLLAPSED ALLOWING THE TIRE TO COME BACK AGAINST THE LEFT FENDER WHEEL WELL. IT PULLED THE CAR TO THE LEFT AND I SLID OFF THE RAMP ONTO THE BERM AFTER TRYING TO STEER HARD TO RIGHT. I HAD TO HAVE THE CAR TOWED. I'VE OWNED THE CAR SINCE JULY 14, 2014. I COME TO FIND OUT THE RIGHT ARM HAS ALREADY BEEN REPLACED. WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR, IT HAD 80,362 MILES. IN TODAYS WORLD, THAT IS LOW MILES. IF THIS HAD HAPPENED WHEN I WAS TRAVELING AT 70 MPH, SOMEONE COULD HAVE GOTTEN KILLED. HOW MANY MORE ARE RUNNING AROUND LIKE THIS. THE BALL JOINTS APPEAR TO BE GOOD BUT THE CONTROL ARM RUSTED OUT TO THE POINT OF WEAKNESS AND COLLAPSED. THE CAR DOESN'T EVEN HAVE 100,000 MILES ON IT. THEY NEED TO RECALL ALL OF THESE CARS AND HAVE THE CONTROL ARMS INSPECTED. YOU CANNOT CONTROL THE CAR EVEN AT 10 MPH. *TR
2015-02-15
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-14
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I GOT AN ALIGNMENT AND ALL NEW TIRES. I WAS PULLED IN THE GARAGE TO FIND OUT THERE WAS RUST HOLES IN THE FRONT END OF THE FRAME BELOW THE ENGINE. I LOOKED UP RECALLS AND THERE HAD BEEN OVER 500,000 COUNTS OF DAMAGE TO MULTIPLE DIFFERENT YEARS AND MODELS. NONE OF WHICH INCLUDED MINE. I LIVE IN NY STAGE WHERE ROADS ARE HEAVILY SALTED FOR SAFETY. THE CAR HAS 158,000 MILES ON IT AND SHOULDN'T HAVE 6 INCH HOLES IN THE FRAME. I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO PAY TO GET MY FRAME REBUILT WHEN THIS SHOULD BE TAKEN CARE OF BY HYUNDAI. I WAS TOLD BY MULTIPLE PEOPLE TO CONTACT YOU IF THE DEALERSHIP COULDN'T DO ANYTHING. I RESEARCHED ENOUGH TO ALSO FIND OUT IT WAS REQUIRED BY THE GOVERNMENT TO FIX ANY PROBLEM RELATING TO THE PROBLEM I AM HAVING. *TR
2014-10-24
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-24
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: PULLED INTO THE PARKING LOT. I WENT TO PUT IT IN PARK, BUT THE CAR WOULD ONLY GO IN REVERSE. I WAS GOING FORWARD IN DRIVE AT THE TIME. IT STARTED GOING IN REVERSE. NO MATTER WHAT GEAR I TRIED, IT WOULD ONLY GO IN REVERSE. I COULDN'T TURN OFF THE CAR. I KEPT TRYING TO PUT IT IN PARK AND EVENTUALLY IT WORKED. THIS CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS SAME PROBLEM ON LINE. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THIS HAS NOT BEEN RECALLED. *TR
2014-04-11
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-10
- VIN: KMHCG45C72U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I WAS ON A SIDE STREET, THANK GOD. ON MY WAY TO THE HIGHWAY WHEN I HEARD A HORRIBLE SCRATCHING, METAL CRUNCHING NOISE. I HAD A HARD TIME STEERING WHEN I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT MY CAR JUST STOPPED. I LOOKED, AND MY TIRE WAS SIDEWAYS, THE RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARM ROTTED AND BROKE, THE AXLE CAME OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION. I SPOKE TO HYUNDAI AND THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. I RECENTLY LOST MY JOB AND WOULD LIKE TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THIS. IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED AND CAUSED A HUGE ACCIDENT, DUE TO NOT BEING ABLE TO TURN MY WHEEL. I WANT TO KNOW WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT THIS PLEASE. THERE WAS A RECALL DUE TO THIS SAME EXACT REASON AND IT IS A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE. *JS
2013-10-24
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-01
- VIN: KMHCG45C82U
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: MY 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT "CLICKS OFF" REPEATEDLY WHEN ATTEMPTING TO REFUEL THE VEHICLE. GASOLINE POOLS IN THE CHAMBER BETWEEN THE FUEL DOOR AND THE GAS TANK CAUSING A SERIOUS HAZARD. FUEL SMELLS ARE FREQUENTLY OBSERVED WITHIN THE CAR AFTER FUELING AND FOR A PERIOD OF DAYS AFTERWARD. THE "CHECK ENGINE" REMAINS ILLUMINATED INDICATING A FUEL LINE SYSTEM. I HAVE HAD THE SYSTEM CHECKED BY A FULL SERVICE AUTOMOTIVE FACILITY AND THEY HAVE REPLACED SEVERAL PARTS WITH NO SUCCESS IN REMEDYING THE PROBLEM. HAVE SUGGESTED POSSIBLY REPLACING THE ENTIRE FULL LINE, GAS TANK, ETC BUT HAVE INDICATED THIS IS LIKELY A MANUFACTURER DEFECT THAT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED AS SUCH. AT THE CURRENT TIME IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO PUT MORE THAN A FEW OUNCES OF GASOLINE INTO THE CAR AT ANY ONE TIME AND FAILURE TO CLOSELY MONITOR THE CHAMBER WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REFUEL CAN LEAD TO GASOLINE OVERFLOW AND SPILLS. I HAVE SIGNIFICANT CONCERNS AS TO THE SAFETY OF FUELING THIS CAR ON A WEEKLY BASIS AS WELL AS THE RISK OF FIRE HAZARD SHOULD ANY TYPE OF REAR-END COLLISION OCCUR WITH THIS VEHICLE. FROM MY RESEARCH THIS APPEARS TO BE A FAIRLY COMMON OCCURRENCE WITH THIS MODEL/YEAR OF HYUNDAI, INCLUDING AT LOW MILEAGE POINTS. CONCERNED THAT HYUNDAI HAS NOT ADDRESSED WHAT APPEARS TO BE A SERIOUS ISSUE FOR SAFETY. *TR
2013-08-15
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-05-05
- VIN: KMHCF35G02U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHILE I HAVE FELT THAT I HAVE BEEN LEADING UP TO THE PROBLEM THAT I AM ABOUT TO LIST FOR OVER A YEAR WITH WHINING IN THE FRONT LEFT TIRE/BRAKE AREA. I AM GETTING READY FOR MY FOURTH BRAKES ON MY ACCENT IN THE PAST 18 MONTHS. FINALLY IN MAY OF THIS YEAR (2013) I STARTED NOTICING THAT WHEN I WOULD PRESS IN THE CLUTCH THE CAR WOULD SLOW AS IF THE BRAKES WERE BEING PRESSED. WE TOOK THE CAR TO OUR SHOP AND THEY REPLACED THE WHEEL BEARING AND BRAKES, BRAKE LINES, MASTER CYLINDER, OR AS THE MECHANIC SAYS:, "WE HAVE REPLACED EVERYTHING THAT WE KNOW TO REPLACE OR REPAIR FOR THIS PROBLEM". WELL TODAY, 08/15/2013 I MANAGED TO GET MY CAR TO THE MECHANIC FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS CAR HAS NEVER BEEN WRECKED, I AM THE SECOND OWNER, MY SISTER-IN-LAW AND HER HUSBAND WERE THE ORIGINAL OWNERS. THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED IN INDIANAPOLIS OFF OF THE LOT BY THEM. *TR
2013-06-24
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-02-28
- VIN: KMHCG35C9ZU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE GAS TANK WILL NOT ACCEPT FUEL AT A REASONABLE FLOW FROM A PUMP. IT TRIPS THE SHUT OFF EARLY. SOMETIMES FUEL SPLASHES OUT WHEN THIS HAPPENS. MANY HYUNDAI CARS HAVE THIS PROBLEM. FROM RESEARCH, I FOUND THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1) CHARCOAL BITS IN THE VENT LINES FROM THE CARBON CANISTER- ONE OWNER CUT OPEN THE CANISTER AND FOUND A FOAM FILTER LIKE IN A WINDOW A/C THAT WAS DAMAGED BY GAS ALLOWING CARBON TO GO INTO THE VENT LINES CLOGGING THEM AND NOT ALLOWING THE TANK TO VENT. INCOMPATABLE MATERIAL USED. 2) FAULTY CHECK VALVE AT THE INLET OF THE GAS TANK DOES NOT OPEN FULLY WHEN REFUELING CAUSING GAS TO BACK UP THE FILLER NECK. 3) DEFECTIVE "SAMPLING PUMP". THIS IS IN THE VENT SYSTEM BETWEEN THE FUEL FILLER PIPE AND THE REAR BUMPER. PUMP DOES NOT OPERATE WHEN IT SHOULD. 4) SMALL FILLER TUBE. GAS PUMP NOZZLES IN THE UK HAD TO BE CHANGED TO A SMALLER SIZE SO THAT THERE COULD BE SOME VENTING. THE VENT LINES IN MY CAR SEEM CLEAR. I AM CHANGING THE CHECK VALVE, AND I WILL SEE IF THIS IMPROVES THE SITUATION. IT ALSO SEEMS THAT THE HYUNDAI DEALERS DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE PROBLEM AND WHAT CAUSES IT. *TR
2013-04-09
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-04-02
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MY HYUNDAI ACCENT 02 REFUSES TO FUEL UP CONTINUALLY SHUTTING OFF AT THE PUMP 1/4 GAL AT BEST, TWENTY MINUTES TO FILL, TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY ARE WELL AWARE OF THE PROBLEM,,, THE FUMES CAN NOT VENT PROPERLY AND FORCES AIR BACK UP THE FILLER NECK OF THE GAS TANK AND SPRAYS GAS ALL OVER. THIS IS NOT ONLY DANGEROUS TO MYSELF BUT ALSO DANGEROUS TO EVERY PERSON IN THE AREA. I FEEL THIS IS A DANGER TO EVERYONE AND NEEDS TO B ADDRESSED. *TR
2012-08-23
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-16
- VIN: KMHCG45C42U
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REFUELING THE FUEL GAUGE INDICATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS FULL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSE THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE WAS UNDER WARRANTY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 69,012 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 69,100.UPDATED 11/01/12 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE PUMP WOULD STOP FUELING AFTER 0.5 GALLONS OF GAS. THE CANISTER WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER THEN SUGGESTED TO CHANGE THE DMTC PUMP. IF THE RUBBER PIPE CONNECTED TO THE CANISTER IS REMOVED THE VEHICLE CAN THEN BE FUELED AS NORMAL. UPDATED 11/02/2012 *JS
2012-01-19
SUSPENSION,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-23
- VIN: KMHCF35G52U
- Components: SUSPENSION,WHEELS
- Summary: DRIVER SIDE WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DUE TO LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATING IN HALF. LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE. CV JOINT DRIVE SHAFT, FENDER AND ROCKER PANEL DAMAGED. PICTURES ARE AVAILABLE SHOWING DEFECT. *TT
2011-09-16
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-11-01
- VIN: KMHCG45C02U
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: FOR THE PAST 2 YEARS I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE SPEED SENSORS AND OXYGEN SENSORS, SEVERAL TIMES. I WAS TAKING TO MY MECHANIC BECAUSE PARTS WERE OUT OF WARRANTY, BUT MY MECHANIC STATED THAT IT IS A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM BECAUSE EVERY TIME I HAD CHIPS REPLACED MY TRANS FLUID WAS DIRTY AND HAD TO FLUSH AGAIN AND AGAIN. TOOK CAR TO DEALER, SAME CONCLUSION. HYUNDAI REFUSED TO REPLACE. FILED A COMPLAINT WITH HYUNDAI. HYUNDAI STATED THEY WERE NOT CONTACTED BY DEALER, THIS STATEMENT WAS LATER RETRACTED BY THEM. THEY ARE STILL REFUSING TO REPLACE MY TRANSMISSION. DID ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE. MY CAR HAS ABOUT 77000 MILES AND IS ALMOST 10 YEARS. MY FUEL SYSTEM BEGAN ACTING UP EARLY 2011. CAN ONLY FILL TANK 1/4 GALLON EVERY 1MIN. THIS TAKES ME A VERY LONG TIME TO FIL1 TANK. DEALER GAVE ME A $1600 REPAIR ESTIMATE. I AM READING LITERALLY 1000'S OF COMPLAINTS ON BOTH ISSUES AND HYUNDAI REFUSES TO SPEAK ON THEM. THESE ARE DANGEROUS ISSUES: SENSOR CHIPS CAUSES CARS TO STALL, PARTICULARLY AT HIGH SPEEDS, IMAGINE BEING BEHIND SOMEONE GOING 60MPH AND THEN SUDDENLY THEIR CAR STALLS....CRASH WAITING TO HAPPEN AND THE FUELING ISSUE CAN INCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF CAR FIRES. IF THE GAS IS LEAKING OR SPILLING OUT DUE TO POOR WORKMANSHIP AND/OR DESIGN AND AN ACCIDENT OCCURS IGNITION OF GAS SPILLING OUTSIDE INCREASES, NOT TO MENTION ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS. THESE CARS COULD NOT PASS EMISSIONS TESTING. THE MAIN ISSUE IS THAT HYUNDAI IS MISSING IN ACTION AND REFUSES TO HONOR THEIR WARRANTIES. SHAME SHAME HYUNDAI. SAYING YOU OFFER A 10 YEAR WARRANTY AND ACTUALLY HONORING IT ARE 2 DIFFERENT THINGS. *TT
2011-07-18
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-01
- VIN: KMHCG45C52U
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL THREE DOOR HANDLES, ASIDE FROM THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE, FRACTURED AND SHE WAS UNABLE TO ENTER THE VEHICLE FROM THE EXTERIOR. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS RELATED TO THE FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. NO REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 34,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 35,000.
2011-05-13
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-05-07
- VIN: KMHCG45CX2U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE AND WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS NEITHER INSPECTED NOR REPAIRED FOR THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 170,000.
2011-04-21
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-01
- VIN: KMHCG45C22U
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: MY HYUNDAI ACCENT 02 REFUSES TO FUEL UP CONTINUALLY SHUTTING OFF AT THE PUMP 1/4 GAL AT BEST, TWENTY MINUTES TO FILL, TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY ARE WELL AWARE OF THE PROBLEM,,, WITHOUT EVEN LOOKING AT IT THEY TOLD ME 850.00 TO FIX IT. I TALKED WITH HYUNDAI AND THE DEALER DIDN'T DOCUMENT THE OCCURRENCE HE AND I TALKED ABOUT, SOOOO I DON'T HAVE A LEG TO STAND ON.. PLEASE HELP. THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW BY ME IN 03, PROBLEM FIRST OCCURRED IN 07. *TR
2002 Hyundai Accent recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2002 Hyundai Accent.
2002-06-25
- Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING TESTING, THE 3-DOOR HATCHBACK EXCEEDED THE PERFORMANCE CRITERION IN THE STANDARD MIDWAY ALONG THE LENGTH OF THE WINDSHIELD SUPPORT PILLAR (A-PILLAR).
- Consequence: AN OCCUPANT'S HEAD THAT CONTACTS THE A-PILLAR DURING A CRASH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INCREASED RISK OF A HEAD INJURY AS A RESULT OF THIS CONDITION.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW ENERGY MANAGEMENT BRACKETS TO SUPPORT THE A-PILLAR COVERS AND INCREASE THE ENERGY ABSORBING PERFORMANCE OF THE A-PILLAR IN THE RELEVANT AREA. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
Negative 2002 Hyundai Accent car reviews
Positive 2002 Hyundai Accent car reviews
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This is such a fun vehicle to drive and it gets excellent gas mileage. I haven't had any trouble with it and I'm actually considering buying another Hyundai!
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Hey there! If you negotiate with the dealer, you can get a brand new one of these for around 11,500 with Auto Trans. Despite being a small car, this little thing can really move when it needs to. The interior is fairly basic and compact, but I'm 6'1
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I just bought a car and I'm already convinced it was a great decision. I'm getting almost 40 miles to the gallon and the car is fantastic. It has great acceleration for a small engine and is really fun to drive. I also noticed a little plastic button that was broken on the back hatch, but Hyundai took care of it in minutes without any questions. Their warranty is really reliable.
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I've owned three Honda Civics before trying out the Accent. I was pleasantly surprised by how great it is. I can't imagine a better car for the price. It's loaded with more features than I would have ever expected. It's really peppy and runs like a champ (so far!). The Hyundai warranty is what sold me. If they are willing to stand by their products, I was willing to give it a try. I'm glad I did. It's a terrific around town car and even good for longer hauls. It's a great second family car (I have a Hyundai Santa Fe to do the real family hauling).
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just read your message about your daughter's new car and I'm so happy for you! It's great that you found a reliable car for her to drive to college. I noticed that you chose a Hyundai Accent, which is a fantastic choice. Not only is it affordable, but it also comes with a great warranty and roadside assistance. Your daughter's monthly payment of $175 is also very reasonable for a brand new car. It's no wonder you're considering getting a Hyundai for yourself next year! Thanks for sharing your experience with me.
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Gonzalo Lowe 2024-11-20
Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with this car. My mother actually picked it out new in 2002 and owned it for 5 years before generously giving it to me after my divorce left me a single mom without a vehicle. At the time, I thought the warranty was great and the price was right, and it seemed to have some get-up-and-go. However, since I've owned it, I've come to realize that it's not the best car out there. With 96K miles on it, it's going through oil, the engine light is perpetually on, and it won't pass emissions. Even without these obvious problems, in hilly western PA, I've had some scary moments with the handling of this vehicle due to its horrible steering and braking! But, I'm looking forward to the day when I can afford a new car. Thanks for listening!
Isidro Herman 2024-09-09
For the price, this car is very serviceable. The drive is smooth and comfortable with decent acceleration. It may not go very fast - above 65 mph the engine sounds like it's working pretty hard. It's not too stable against strong cross winds. I would highly recommend it as a second car or as a commuter car that you don't care about putting a lot of miles on or getting dinged in parking lots.
Tyler Hermann 2024-06-29
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with my Accent. I bought it brand new back in 09/01 and it has been a great investment. Even with 120,000 miles on it, I still get an impressive 38 mi/gal. I've only had a few minor issues, such as a broken door handle, power window cables that broke, and an ignition sensor that was fortunately covered under warranty. Currently, my only concern is a break/leak in the original exhaust due to 8 winters in Wisconsin. However, overall I've been very pleased with the quality of my Accent. I have been considering a replacement car due to our new baby, as putting a toddler into a car seat in the back has become quite tedious. While I wouldn't recommend the Accent for families of four, it is the perfect 1 or 2 person commuter car. Thanks for listening!
Norris Dietrich 2024-05-14
This was my first car, and while it has had its challenges, I have learned a lot from the experience. The first year was fine, but I have had some issues since then. The check engine light keeps coming on, even after the car has been worked on, and the back seat is a bit cramped. While a warranty would be helpful, the only dealership near me has not provided the best service. On the bright side, the gas mileage is great when the car is running smoothly, and the handling is decent on dry roads. However, it tends to fishtail on wet roads. The brakes can be a bit noisy, especially in the rain. Additionally, the car's performance is affected when the AC is on. Overall, I have had some challenges with this car, but I have also learned a lot and appreciate the experience.
Rick Altenwerth 2024-05-03
I didn't actually choose this car, but even though my parents picked it out for me, I've been really happy with it. I've had it for a month now and it's been great - no problems at all. It's definitely a great car for the price and the warranty is a nice bonus.