2017 Hyundai Accent Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2017 Hyundai Accent recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2017 Hyundai Accent.

Most common 2017 Hyundai Accent problems

Problem areas named in the 68 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine	23
Air Bags	22
Unknown Or Other	16
Electrical System	9
Power Train	6
Service Brakes	5
Structure	4
Fuel/Propulsion System	4
Vehicle Speed Control	3
Exterior Lighting	2

What owners report

2026-07-17, Engine
I have replaced the GDI engine on the 2017 Hyundai Accent once. I have also had the catalytic converter replaced 3x. The car lunges as if there will be another catalytic converter issue soon. Hyuandi recommended a fuel induction completion to prevent the issue from occurring again, but it did. This is a safety issue because the car and stall out at any given time. The cause of this issue has yet to be detected. It is believe a recall is needed on the GDI engine and catalytic converter.

2026-06-02, Air Bags
While traveling on a public roadway under wet conditions, the vehicle was unable to stop within a safe distance despite brake application, resulting in a rear-end collision with the vehicle ahead. The primary concern is that the airbags did not deploy during the impact, despite significant front-end damage. The collision caused severe deformation of the hood and extensive damage to the front-left area, including the fender, bumper, and headlight assembly, with visible intrusion into the engine compartment. The vehicle was subsequently determined to be a total loss, which raises concerns about whether the airbag system functioned as intended under these impact conditions. Prior to the inciden

2026-03-04, Fuel/Propulsion System
I have had this vehicle for 5 years and even replaced the engine in this vehicle for it to end up with the same issue. I take very good care of it and get its maintenance done. But the car is slow to get up to speed and misfires really bad. I replaced the spark plugs in it and they were coated in oil. The airbag sensor will come on indicating it’s not operating properly. Overall a very unreliable vehicle that has multiple issues. It has ended in catastrophic engine failure twice now

2026-01-28, Electrical System
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Hyundai Accent. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 115,000. It was later discovered upon checking the Carfax Report, that the mileage was 176,504.

2025-12-09, Engine
For the past year I keep having to replace the catalytic converter, ignition coils and spark plugs every 2/3months. I just replaced the catalytic converter in October with a tune up. A month later had to replace spark plugs.

2017 Hyundai Accent questions

Does the 2017 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2017 Hyundai Accent at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Accent?

Based on 68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (23), Air Bags (22), Unknown Or Other (16).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.