2011 Hyundai Accent Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2011 Hyundai Accent recalls

Most common 2011 Hyundai Accent problems

Problem areas named in the 38 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine	10
Electrical System	10
Air Bags	7
Vehicle Speed Control	5
Unknown Or Other	4
Exterior Lighting	3
Service Brakes	3
Steering	3
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)	2
Visibility/Wiper	1

What owners report

2026-08-06, Service Brakes
The vehicle is subject to Safety Recall 13V-113 (Campaign 131) for problems relating to the brake light switch. The recall repair was attempted in 2016 but the defect has recurred (current symptoms include but is not limited to: brake lights sporadically staying on with car off, key removed and all doors securely closed. This condition has caused the Battery to be repeatedly completely drained and has required a Battery replacement. Domino Effect of a Faulty Signal - Defective Switch causes intermittent, erratic, or "ghost" signals to the vehicles logic relays and computer elements. Logic Processor Confusion and Relay Chatter can mimic a relay or component failure and can lead to PCM, TCM

2025-02-25, Unknown Or Other
Upon opening my driver side door the handle came off in my hand. I went to open the rear driver passenger side door and that handle came off in my hand. A repair shop went to open the rear passenger side door that handle came off. My fourth attempt I went to open my passenger side door and that one opened but loose. I have to get on passenger side and shimmy over to the driver side and then drive. When I go somewhere I have to leave my driver side window down so I'm able to get back in correctly. I'm disabled and it's hard for me to swing my legs over to the driver side. So how many cars out there that have this issue. Mine cannot be the only one!!!

2024-04-23, Engine
My car is experiencing the same issue as the recall on the engines for sonatas and Elantra in my year. My vehicle experienced a stall while in a drive thru the oil light illuminated and ever since then I have a ticking sound in the engine.

2023-07-03, Steering
Key ignition locked, key would not turn and steering wheel locked while driving. Previously checked by Auto nation hyundai in Savannah, GA. They could not get it to lock up. Drove a few weeks and it locked up again while driving and would not unlock. Hyundai could not get it unlocked or the key to turn. Advised this is a major expense. Needs a new steering column and new ignition. This was extremely dangerous locking while driving. I would like this reviewed as a safety danger and a manufacturing problem.

2023-01-03, Air Bags
The recall issue showed at the inspection center and this vehicle has not been in an incident

2011 Hyundai Accent questions

Does the 2011 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2011 Hyundai Accent: Brake lights may fail to turn on, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Hyundai Accent?

Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (10), Electrical System (10), Air Bags (7).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Hyundai Accent has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.