2020 HYUNDAI Accent Recalls, Complaints and Investigations

These recalls apply to the make, model, and year of your car – and should be fixed as soon as possible.

7 Recalls for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent

Recall Date	Component	Summary
1970-01-01	SEAT BELTS:FRONT	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment. Remedy: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
2022-01-04	SEAT BELTS:FRONT	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment. Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 31, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 223. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
2022-05-19	SEAT BELTS:FRONT \| SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment. Remedy: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
2022-05-19	SEAT BELTS:FRONT \| SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Accent, 2021-2023 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment. Remedy: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
2022-04-01	SEAT BELTS:FRONT \| SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment. Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 223.
2022-02-09	SEAT BELTS:FRONT \| SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment. Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 25, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 219. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-796.
2021-08-06	LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH	Hyundai 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.” Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 208.

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1 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent

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Date			Component
2023-03-14			power options (window/door/seat/roof)

9 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent

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Date			Component
2021-07-03			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11423368
2021-07-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11423521
2021-07-08			STRUCTURE ODI Number: 11423899
2022-06-27			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11471122
2022-08-31			SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11482188
2023-06-15			STEERING ODI Number: 11527232
2024-04-22			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11584531
2024-11-13			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11624896
2020-10-24			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11366144

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3 Investigations for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent

On august 8, 2022, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened this recall query (rq) based on 3 incidents alleging front seat belt pretensioners that may rupture during deployment, on model year (my) 2020-2022 of various hyundai and kia models, resulting in 3 injuries (note: one incident occurred outside the u.s. and its territories).between october 2021 and march 2023, hyundai and kia have filed the following 11 safety recalls for pretensioner rupture: nhtsa recall no. 21v-796, 22v-069, 22v-123, 22v-127, 22v-218, 22v-354, 22v-447, 22v-458, 22v-816, 23v-094, and 23v-210.hyundai/kia have stated that the abnormal deployment of the pretensioners is due to over-pressurization of the pretensioner pipe that can cause metal fragments to enter the vehicle occupant compartment, which can result in injury to vehicle occupants.the various makes/models covered by the above recalls include approximately 405,900 certain 2020-2022 hyundai accent, 2021-2022 hyundai elantra and elantra hev, 2021-2022 hyundai santa fe hev, 2022-2023 hyundai santa fe phev, 2020-2022 hyundai venue, 2021-2023 genesis g80, 2023 genesis g80 ev, 2023 genesis g90, 2023 genesis gv60 ev, 2022-2023 genesis gv70, 2021-2023 genesis gv80, 2021-2022 kia sorento hev, and 2022 kia sorento phev.in response to odi's investigation, in december 2022, hyundai notified odi that they would be conducting testing to validate subject vehicle seat belt pretensioners. this evaluation included sled testing and software testing which was performed by hyundai and its suppliers. the tests were intended to evaluate pretensioner deployment characteristics based on the unique deployment signature of the subject and peer vehicles. odi met with representatives from hyundai on several occasions during the investigation to discuss testing progress and data. as a result of the testing, hyundai was able to simulate the pretensioner failures. it was determined by hyundai during testing, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment in the event of a crash which can cause metal fragments to enter the vehicle occupant compartment.hyundai thus notified odi of their decision to proceed with a safety recall, to expand the scope of the previous safety actions.in view of the recall actions taken by hyundai and kia, odi concerns have been addressed. the agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by future circumstances.

Date Opened	Date Closed	Component
2022-08-08	2023-05-26	SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
2022-08-08	2023-05-26	SEAT BELTS
2022-08-08	2023-05-26	SEAT BELTS:FRONT

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51 Service Alerts for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent

Date	Description
2022-07-14	190000 TIRES Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-07-28	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-30	350000 EQUIPMENT This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-23	350000 EQUIPMENT This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-23	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-16	350000 EQUIPMENT When using Wireless CarPlay, the system may intermittently auto disconnect. When Wireless CarPlay is disconnected, a pop up message ⿿Phone Not Responding. Please reconnect it and try again⿝ will appear on the radio screen. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-10	350000 EQUIPMENT This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-10-18	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM If a vehicle arrives at the dealership with the symptoms below, follow the procedures outlined in this bulletin to ensure that the shipping fuse is completely seated in the junction box. ⿢ TPMS Lamp ON ⿢ Trunk Open Warning Lamp ON wh Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-29	100000 POWER TRAIN Certain 20-21MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an illuminated warning light due to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below. Perform the TCU update, and, if necessary, replace the IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) to resolve t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-05-20	100000 POWER TRAIN Certain 20-21MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an illuminated warning light due to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below. Perform the TCU update, and, if necessary, replace the IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) to resolve Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-05-10	170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES The trunk latch base can be ordered separately from the trunk latch assembly. This bulletin describes the procedure to replace the trunk latch base. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-30	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-16	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM When using Wireless CarPlay, the system may intermittently auto disconnect. When Wireless CarPlay is disconnected, a pop up message ⿿Phone Not Responding. Please reconnect it and try again⿝ will appear on the radio screen. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-23	030000 BRAKES (PWS) This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-10	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-19	190000 TIRES This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the ⿿Tire Balance Data Sheet⿝ must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-18	175100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH The trunk latch base can be ordered separately from the trunk latch assembly. This bulletin describes the procedure to replace the trunk latch base. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-12-21	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM When using Wireless CarPlay, the system may intermittently auto disconnect. When Wireless CarPlay is disconnected, a pop up message ⿿Phone Not Responding. Please reconnect it and try again⿝ will appear on the radio screen. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-12-21	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin describes the Wireless Android Auto and Wireless Apple CarPlay setup process for Display Audio Value (Non⿿Navigation) devices. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-30	030000 BRAKES (PWS) This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-19	200000 WHEELS This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the ⿿Tire Balance Data Sheet⿝ must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-18	170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES The trunk latch base can be ordered separately from the trunk latch assembly. This bulletin describes the procedure to replace the trunk latch base. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-12-17	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING This bulletin provides the calibration procedure for the engine bearing clearance tester. The bearing clearance tester is already pre-calibrated, but additional calibration may be required due to variable shop compressor air pressure when t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-09	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin provides information and procedures for collecting OBD ⿿In Use Monitor Performance Ratio⿝ (IUMPR) data on certain 2019-2021MY vehicles at California dealers. This reporting is mandated by CARB (California Air Resources Boa Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-09	350000 EQUIPMENT This bulletin provides information and procedures for collecting OBD ⿿In Use Monitor Performance Ratio⿝ (IUMPR) data on certain 2019-2021MY vehicles at California dealers. This reporting is mandated by CARB (California Air Resources Boa Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-12-15	200000 WHEELS This bulletin provides information on wheel cleaning procedure and cleaning agent recommendations. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-08-10	012000 STEERING:COLUMN This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-08-10	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-08-10	018100 STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING:MOTOR/ACTUATOR This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-05-01	350000 EQUIPMENT This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-23	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: ⿢ A Battery SOC alert – low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. ⿢ A 30 Day alert – vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-23	350000 EQUIPMENT This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: ⿢ A Battery SOC alert – low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. ⿢ A 30 Day alert – vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-14	120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-14	350000 EQUIPMENT This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-14	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-05-06	190000 TIRES This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-05-06	200000 WHEELS This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-09-09	010000 STEERING This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-09-09	350000 EQUIPMENT This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-17	100000 POWER TRAIN The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions: Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-17	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions: Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-17	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions: Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-17	350000 EQUIPMENT This bulletin provides information and procedures for collecting OBD ?In Use Monitor Performance Ratio? (IUMPR) data on certain 2019-2020MY vehicles at California dealers. This reporting is mandated by CARB (California Air Resources Board). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-17	100000 POWER TRAIN If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. If the vehicle fails the stall te Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-17	350000 EQUIPMENT If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. If the vehicle fails the stall te Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-25	046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a (Check Engine Light on) and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the input/output speed sensor and oil pressure harness. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-23	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-16	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bullet Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-02	100000 POWER TRAIN This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-03	010000 STEERING This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-05	020000 SUSPENSION This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2020 HYUNDAI Accent

7 Recalls for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent

1 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent

9 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent

3 Investigations for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent

51 Service Alerts for 2020 HYUNDAI Accent