2009 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 2009 Hyundai Accent problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2009 Hyundai Accent, several common problems have been reported:
- Boot Leak:
- The boot seal in the Hyundai Accent 2009 is prone to leaking, leading to wet stains and damp carpets. To resolve this issue, owners need to replace the boot seal and dry out the carpets to prevent further leakage.
- Engine Management Warning Light/Rough Idling:
- Owners have reported issues with the engine management warning light appearing on the dashboard and experiencing rough idling, which can be attributed to a faulty ignition coil. Replacing the ignition coil is necessary to address this problem, and it is recommended to replace all coils simultaneously.
- Electric Window Problems:
- Some owners have faced problems with the electric windows being slow to open or close, often caused by a faulty window regulator. To rectify this issue, replacing the window regulator is essential to ensure smooth operation of the electric windows.
- Wing Mirrors Rusting:
- The wing mirrors of the Hyundai Accent 2009 are susceptible to rusting. Depending on the severity of the rust, owners may need to treat the affected area by rubbing it down, treating it, and painting it with the correct paint. In cases of severe rust, cutting out the affected area, welding a new patch, and repainting may be necessary.
These common problems reported by owners of the 2009 Hyundai Accent highlight issues related to water leakage, engine performance, electric components, and rusting. Addressing these issues promptly can help maintain the overall condition and functionality of the vehicle.
What problems are common with 2009 Hyundai Accent?
The most common problems found on the 2009 Hyundai Accent include air bag sensor issues, broken timing belts, and cracked bumpers. Overall, the problems are not very serious compared to other compact cars and repair costs are lower than rivals as well.
Is 2009 Hyundai Accent a good car?
2009 Hyundai Accent Review
If an ultra-practical and affordable subcompact is your next vehicle purchase, you'll appreciate the 2009 Hyundai Accent's value, which includes numerous safety features, a long warranty and unusual availability of accessories.
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: ...
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What is the mileage of Hyundai Accent 2009?
Hyundai Accent [2003-2009] mileage starts at 9.4 and goes up to 13.3 kmpl. The petrol mileage for Hyundai Accent [2003-2009] ranges between 9.4 kmpl - 10.6 kmpl and the diesel mileage for Hyundai Accent [2003-2009] is 13.3 kmpl.
2009 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:
- Air bags problems
- Service brakes problems
- Visibility/wiper problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2009 Hyundai Accent vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2009 Hyundai Accent
The NHTSA has received 100 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2009 Hyundai Accent. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2009 Hyundai Accent vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-18
- VIN: KMHCM36C19U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owned a 2009 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while his girlfriend was driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact’s girlfriend then coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-02
- VIN: KMHCN46C19U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS module leaking fluid
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-09
- VIN: KMHCN46CX9U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Air bag light on at 146018 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-02
- VIN: KMHCM36CX9U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The rear windshield shattered for no reason. Because of the tint we had installed it stayed intact but you can't see through it. The car is in my driveway if you want to see it, but I have an appointment for Safelite to repair it on Monday, Dec 6, 2021. No, it has not been inspected by the police or anyone else. Safelite will be able to tell what happened when they come out. My husband was at work and the car was parked, when he came out to get in that is when he noticed it. There was no one else near where he parked his car and no evidence of anyone being near the car.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-01
- VIN: KMHCM36CX9U
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY BRAKE LIGHTS WORK THEN THEY DONT I HAVE REPLACED FUSES BULBS I DONT KNOW WHAT ELSE TO CHECK THEY WAS WORKING YESTERDAY TODAY I WAS TOLD MY BRAKES LIGHT WASNT WORKING AFTER ALMOST GETTING REAR ENDED. I WAS STOPPING AT A RED LIGHT. THIS ISNT THE FIRST TIME IT HAS HAPPENED
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-01
- VIN: KMHCN36C69U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR LOCK STOPPED WORKING ABOUT TWO MONTHS AGO. CAN NOT UNLOCK THE DOOR MANUALLY INSIDE OR WITH A KEY OUTSIDE OR WITH REMOTE. DESPITE THE AGE OF THE VEHICLE OR WARRANTY, THIS IS WITHOUT A DOUBT A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE, AND THE, NHTSA, SHOULD HAVE ALREADY HAVE HAD ORDERED A MANDATORY RECALL, GIVEN HUNDAI MOTORS IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM AND HAS NOT ACTED ON ITS OWN. GIVEN THE,NHTSA'S RECORD ON RECALLS ( REACTIVE RATHER THAN PRO ACTIVE ) BASED ON THE NUMBER OF DEATHS REQUIRED, ANY MANDATED RECALL IS HIGHLY UNLIKELY...THE N IN NHTSA, BEST REPRESENTS NEGLECT!
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-25
- VIN: KMHCN46C59U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: THE CAR WILL STALL WHILE RUNNING THEN WILL TURN OVER BUT NOT START FOR A BRIEF PERIOD OF TIME. IT HAS DONE THIS WHILE SITTING AT A RED LIGHT OR IN MOTION ROUNDING A CORNER.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-08
- VIN: KMHCM36C99U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I WAS INTERESTED IN THIS CAR BUT BEFORE PURCHASING I TOOK IT TO FIRESTONE FOR A PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION. ONE OF THE REPAIRS NEEDED WAS A CV AXLE. IT WAS POPPING WHEN YOU MAKE TURNS AND VISIBLY LEAKING GREASE. THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS WITHOUT DRASTICALLY INCREASING THE PRICE. ESSENTIALLY, THEY WOULD MAKE MORE MONEY SELLING THIS UNSAFE VEHICLE TO AN UNSUSPECTING BUYER. IF A CV AXLE FAILS WHEN A PERSON IS DRIVING, IT WOULD MEAN COMPLETE LOSS OF THE VEHICLE AND THEREFORE OBVIOUS CONSEQUENCES. I UNDERSTAND A USED CAR NEEDING MAINTENANCE, HOWEVER THIS IS COMPLETE NEGLIGENCE THAT COULD RESULT IS SOMEONE LOSING THEIR LIFE. PLEASE INVESTIGATE EARNESTLY, I'M GUESSING THIS ISN'T THE FIRST NOR THE LAST TIME THIS WILL HAPPEN AT THIS DEALERSHIP. YOU CAN SEE WHICH DEALERSHIP I'M REFERRING TO BY LOOKING AT THE OWNERSHIP RECORD AND THE DATE OF INCIDENT, OR BY CONTACTING ME DIRECTLY.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-14
- VIN: KMHCN46C29U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAGS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED.*JS
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-07
- VIN: KMHCN46C49U
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED, THE AIR BAG LIGHT TURNS ON AND WON'T TURN OFF. RESTARTED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STILL STAYS ON. ANOTHER ISSUE THAT I NEVER REPORTED IS BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SUN VISORS WON'T STAY UP. I REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE, BUT THIS IS VERY DISTRACTING TO A DRIVER TO HAVE THE VISOR DROP DOWNAND FEEL THIS SHOULD BE CONSIDERED A SAFETY CONCERN. THE REST OF THE INFORMATION IS ABOUT THE AIR BAG LIGHT BEING ON, NOT THE VISORS.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-04
- VIN: KMHCM36C09U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T SHUT OFF. CAME ON IN MORNING JUST STARTING THE CAR AND HAS NOT TURNED OFF. I HAVE UNHOOKED BATTERY AND CHECKED FUSES BUT STILL ON.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-27
- VIN: KMHCM46C29U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FOR PASSENGER SEAT-OCS---NOTE MANY OTHER 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT HAVE BEEN RECALLED FOR PASSENGER AIR BAG ISSUES--ALSO 2008/9/10/11/12,ETC-WHY NOT THIS ONE???
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-10-01
- VIN: KMHCM36C89U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I TURNED THE CAR ON ONE DAY. I WAS INFORMED THE AIRBAG PRESSURE SENSOR HAD FAILED AND WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE SEAT TO RECTIFY THE PROBLEM AS THE AIRBAG WOULDN'T DEPLOY CORRECTLY IF SOMEONE WAS IN THE PASSENGER FRONT SEAT. RECENTLY LEARNED IT WAS A RECALL FOR SOME KIA MODELS THROUGH A NOTICE FOR MY KIA SEDONA, BUT MY MODEL WASN'T INCLUDED ALTHOUGH THE ISSUE IS IDENTICAL.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-10
- VIN: KMHCN46C09U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON ONE DAY. AND ITS ON CONSTANTLY. I CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE AND THEY DONT CARE. I BELIEVE HYUNDAI IS THE LEAST TRUSTWORTHY BRAND FOR CAR AND SHOULD NOT BE SOLD IN US MARKET.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-14
- VIN: KMHCM36C89U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY CAR MISFIRED AND AFTER THAT STARTED TO SPUTTERING WHEN I IDOL, SLOW DOWN OR SPEED UP. I GOT NEW PLUGS PUT IN AND PUT SOME DRY GAS IN TANK.STILL SPUTTERS WHEN IN IDLE OR SLOWING DOWN. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLINKS AND THEN STAYS ON.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-01
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KMHCM36C79U
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: IT STARTED RUNING BAD I PULL OVER SMOKE COMEING FROM FIRE WALL I PUT IT OUT /NEXT DAY I STARTED IT AND TURN IT OFF/ THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON/ ONLY 54000.00 MILES/THANK YOU/RUNING ON THE HIGHWAY
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-10
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DURING OR AFTER OPERATION OF THE AIR CONDITIONING, WATER POURS DOWN INTO THE FOOTWELL ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THIS HAPPENS REGARDLESS OF ANY OTHER PARAMETERS.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-10
- VIN: KMHCN46CX9U
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR HAS EXTREMELY HARD TIME STARTING WHEN YOU PUT FUEL IN CHANGED ALL SENSORS AND PURGE VALVE NO HELP MECHANIC IS STUMPED
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-12
- VIN: KMHCN46C59U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 90,000 MILES, YET THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. A MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE ERROR AS B1448 OCS. THE MECHANIC SAID THE PROBLEM COULD BE THE WEIGHT SENSOR IN THE PASSENGER SEAT, THE WIRING HARNESS UNDERNEATH THE SEAT, OR THE CONTROL MODULE.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-15
- VIN: KMHCN46C79U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR CAN ONLY BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE USING THE CAR KEY. THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED AT ALL AS THERE IS NO DOOR LOCK.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-12
- VIN: KMHCN46C99U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON. I HAD A MECHANIC SHUT IT OFF. IT WAS OFF FOR A WHILE BUT CAME BACK ON. I HAVE SEEN ONLINE WHERE OTHER PEOPLE HAVE SIMILAR ISSUES. I THINK THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-21
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT HAD TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE BEGAN APPROXIMATELY SIX MONTHS AGO AND PROGRESSIVELY WORSENED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ROGERS AUTO GROUP HYUNDAI IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE FLOORMAT WAS THE REASON WHY THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 158,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-12-01
- VIN: KMHCN46CX9U
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: "HYUNDAI RECALL" A COUPLE YEARS AGO I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND MY DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR FELL DOWN AND BLOCKED MY VIEW OF DRIVING. IT WAS AN UNCOMFORTABLE SITUATION BECAUSE I HAD TO HOLD UP THE VISOR WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE REST OF THE WAY HOME, THANKFULLY IT WAS NOT A MUCH MORE DANGEROUS SITUATION. EVENTUALLY WHEN I GOT HOME, I TRIED TO FIX IT MYSELF, AND IT HELD UP FOR A WHILE, BUT EVENTUALLY FELL OFF AGAIN, SO I ENDED UP HAVING TO RIP IT OFF ALTOGETHER SINCE IT WAS SUCH AN IMPAIRMENT WHILST DRIVING. A FEW MONTHS LATER THE SAME THING HAPPENED TO THE LEFT SIDE VISOR AND LUCKILY I WAS AT MY GRANDPAS HOUSE AND HE FIGURED OUT HOW TO TAKE THE VISOR OFF WITHOUT RIPPING IT OFF, SO THE WIRING CLIPS ARE STILL INTACT. NOW THAT I AM MORE KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT CARS I WAS JUST GOING TO BUY NEW VISORS AND TRY TO FIX THE PROBLEM MYSELF, BUT THEY ARE OUT OF MY PRICE RANGE, AND FRANKLY THIS IS DEFINITELY A SAFETY ISSUE THAT HYUNDAI SHOULD PAY TO FIX. AFTER DOING SOME LOOKING ONLINE, I DISCOVERED THAT THERE ARE MANY OTHER DISSATISFIED HYUNDAI CUSTOMERS THAT HAVE HAD THE SAME SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE SUN VISOR. ALL I WANT IS FOR HYUNDAI TO FIX THE PROBLEM AT THEIR EXPENSE.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-18
- VIN: KMHCN46C39U
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING, THE SUN VISOR DROPPED DOWN AND FAILED TO STAY IN POSITION. THE FAILURE INTERFERED WITH HIS VISION. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE FAILURE COULD CAUSE A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT DID NOT OFFER ASSISTANCE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 28,000. UPDATED 07/12/17*LJ UPDATED 7/31/2017 *JS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-03
- VIN: KMHCN46C89U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: STARTED OUT TO GO TO WORK, WHEN I STARTED THE CAR, I NOTICED THE "AIRBAG" WARNING LIGHT ON DASH WOULD NOT GO OFF WITH THE REST OF THE USUAL LIGHTING. AT THE SAME TIME I NOTICED THE "PASSENGER" AIRBAG LIGHT WAS "ON". I PUSHED ON THE CUSHION OF THE FRONT SEAT AND THE "PASSENGER" DASH LIGHT NOW READ "OFF". HOWEVER, THE "AIRBAG" WARNING LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINED ON. TURNED THE CAR BACK OFF AND AFTER A FEW MINUTES, STARTED THE CAR AGAIN. AIRBAG LIGHT REMAINED LIT AND THE "PASSENGER" LIGHT ON DASH WAS READING "OFF". DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY CABLE FOR A FEW MINUTES DID NOT SOLVE,CLEAR CODES, EITHER. GLS MODEL WITH 143,800 MILES.
2009 Hyundai Accent recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2009 Hyundai Accent.
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning brake light switch may also prevent the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position.
- Consequence: Failure to illuminate the brake lights during braking or the inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an expansion of 13V-113.
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Summary: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
- Consequence: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
Negative 2009 Hyundai Accent car reviews
Positive 2009 Hyundai Accent car reviews
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This car is a great value for your money! Not only does it look good, but it's also fun and easy to drive. It has everything you need, and the automatic transmission is a nice change from having to shift in traffic. The car corners easily and has good performance all around. There's plenty of room in both the front and back, and the controls are easy to reach and operate. I couldn't find anything that I didn't like about this vehicle! I compared it to two other vehicles in the same class, and in the end, the Accent won out. The GS 2-door hatchback with the auto trans/ac package is a fantastic buy. Compare it, and you'll see! I had a very minor issue with a 'rattle,' and the dealer took care of it quickly.
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I purchased my Accent a few months ago and I am really enjoying driving it more and more each day. The car is loaded with features which is great. However, I have noticed a few issues that I would like to address. Firstly, the cruise control hesitates when first set. Secondly, the transmission downshifts at the slightest incline which can be a bit unpredictable. Thirdly, it spits out gas at the end of every fill-up no matter how slowly I fill it. Lastly, I have noticed that I only get 25 MPG in town and 30 MPG at 75 mph on the freeway despite being a very slow driver. As I purchased this car used, I am a bit concerned that it may have been damaged. Although, it did have a clear carfax.
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After using the car for 4 months and driving 4,737 miles, I used only 122.75 gallons of gas, achieving an impressive 39mpg (rounded up from 38.59mpg for the JD Powers survey). I am very pleased with this car, which I believe is the least expensive car sold in America. My son thinks that Korea is building the best cars for the price, just like the Japanese companies did when they first started. I have driven other cars in the past, including a sporty Cadillac and a Mercedes that I owned in 1970, but I find this car to be a steal. I did not opt for AC, but I still find it to be a great value for the price.
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This has been a great car! It runs amazing and drives like the day I bought it. It has never let me down. It's the best car I've ever owned!
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I was really happy with my purchase. This little car gets decent gas mileage (I drive 100 miles a day). I would like to get more MPG. I was a bit concerned to find some body rust that wasn't noticed when the car was being detailed for my purchase. The sport suspension is really great here in the mountains.
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Are you having problems with your 2009 Hyundai Accent?
Reed Schoen 2024-10-15
Hi there! It's great to share that I've been driving my trusty Hyundai Accent since August 2009. I've been taking it for regular checkups at the dealership and it's been performing really well. Before this, I've driven other cars like the Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra, and Kia Spectra, which are bigger sedans compared to the Accent. I'm proud to say that I have a clean driving record too! However, I have noticed that the car tends to slip during poor weather conditions, especially when there's a layer of snow on the ground. I think the main concern here is the tires, as I've had three burst tires since I bought this car. Thanks for listening!
Chris Lind 2024-09-16
Hey there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with the Accent. Even though I didn't buy one like everyone else, I did get the chance to drive it for a long distance over a summer weekend. I have to say, I was really impressed! The dark blue color made the Accent look really handsome, and even though my renter didn't have many options, the CD player, AC, and automatic transmission were all great. Speaking of the CD player, it was really impressive! For a car that's priced around 13k, I was surprised by how quiet it was, how well it absorbed bumps, and how great the pickup and handling were. The Accent really rivals cars outside of its price class. The only downside was that it didn't have ABS, which made me a bit nervous when I had to do a panic stop in the rain. Overall, though, I had a great time driving the Accent and would definitely recommend it to others!
Barrett Weissnat 2024-09-06
The elimination of the rear wiper and the addition of the rear spoiler have made it difficult to see out the rear window when it is raining or snowing while driving, which is a significant safety issue. Additionally, I was wondering why XM Radio was included when OnStar would make more sense. Furthermore, the rear spoiler can be quite noisy, especially when the wind is blowing. I have also experienced difficulty with tire wear on all of the Hyundai vehicles I have owned, which is a bit disappointing. Lastly, I have noticed that the gas mileage is not as good as I had hoped, as I was getting better mileage with my Elantra. The small size of the gas tank is also a bit of a letdown.
Jesse Hamill 2024-07-04
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my Hyundai car that I bought used a little over 2 years ago. Despite the high mileage, I trusted the Hyundai brand and got it for a great price. However, I've been having some trouble with the car's fuel efficiency lately. While I was getting 26 mpg on the street, I was nowhere close to the advertised 35 mpg on the highway. Then in April, my mileage suddenly dropped and now I only average 20 mpg, which is 200 miles per tank. It's been tough to afford driving the car lately. I reached out to Hyundai and they suggested taking it to their service department. I've already spent over $500 trying to figure out the issue, but the only thing left to try is the fuel consumption test, which I'm currently saving up for. Thanks for listening!
Maxwell Tromp 2024-07-03
I needed a second car, so we decided to buy something small and fuel-efficient. The most important factor for me was fuel economy, and I did not prioritize other comforts. After two months, I have to admit that the economy is good, especially when I am not speeding (averaging 50 mph), as the Accent is doing about 37 mpg! I read editor's reviews here on Edmunds and knew that the Accent is not a speed demon, but I am fine with this. Overall, the car is okay and worth the money I paid, but I would suggest a couple of improvements: 1) a smaller engine (1.4l) to beat Toyota in fuel efficiency, and 2) Hyundai should work on the gear stick as it is not smooth and is hard to change gears in manuals.