2015 Hyundai Accent Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2015 Hyundai Accent has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 11 fires, 10 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (26 reports).

2Recalls
70Owner complaints
7Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2015 Hyundai Accent recalls

ABS Module Can Leak Fluid and Short Out, Causing Fire Risk

Recall 23V651Sep 22, 20231,649,478 vehicles affected

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in these Hyundai vehicles may leak brake fluid internally.

Passenger Front Airbag May Not Turn Off for Child Seat

Recall 15V218Apr 13, 20152,580 vehicles affected

In very cold temperatures, the occupant detection system in certain 2015 Accent vehicles built between September 15, 2014 and February 10, 2015 may fail to recognize that a child restraint seat is in the front passenger seat.

Most common 2015 Hyundai Accent problems

Problem areas named in the 70 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags26
Engine20
Electrical System11
Unknown Or Other9
Service Brakes, Hydraulic7
Power Train5
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)5
Structure5
Service Brakes4
Seats2

What owners report

2026-09-17, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while the vehicle parked, the contact became aware that there was a fire in the front passenger side of the vehicle, underneath the radio and along the center console. The contact extinguished the fire. The contact stated that fire odor was like an electrical fire. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was then towed to the residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.
2026-04-30, Engine
Was driving down the highway and my car caught fire. I was stopped by another driver saying that my car was on fire. I had no breaks to stop, I had to put it straight to park to stop the car. That way myself and my son could jump out of the car.
2026-02-04, Air Bags
My air bag “off” light comes on and then off again.
2025-10-06, Engine
My 2015 Hyundai accent started having problems with oil consumption around 65000 miles. I got it checked regularly and the mechanic noticed it after it was having issues accelerating and losing power then cutting off completely. I had to constantly check oil each week or sooner. A couple months later it started losing power on high way and there was a clicking/ticking coming from engine. I pulled over and cut it off. Then drove it slowly (under 30 mph) to car store down the road to add oil but it was fine. Was able to get back home on back roads going slowly. Mechanic told me there oil consumption was a problem with these types of cars and likely causing engine problems. The whole time I had
2024-09-19, Service Brakes
Around the middle of May 2024 I received a recall notice #23V651000. I made an appointment for approximately 2 weeks on June 5. When I arrived I was told the part was never ordered. Coconut Creek Hyundai said they would order the part and call me in a few days. After not hearing for 2 weeks I went back to Hyundai and was told the part hadn’t come in and to go home and they would call me in a few days. After several more weeks I went back and was told the part still hadn’t arrived. It was about a month and a half and still no part. The service manager told me that Hyundai USA was placing a low priority on my model car and manufacturing that part last after all the other models. It’s now

2015 Hyundai Accent questions

Does the 2015 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Accent: ABS Module Can Leak Fluid and Short Out, Causing Fire Risk; Passenger Front Airbag May Not Turn Off for Child Seat. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Accent?

Based on 70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (26), Engine (20), Electrical System (11).

How do I check if a recall on my 2015 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.

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