2014 Hyundai Accent Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
83/100
#3 most-complained of 13 Accent years
The 2014 Hyundai Accent has 79 NHTSA complaints and a Complaint Index of 83, ranking 3rd-worst out of 13 model years, with an Avoid verdict. Brakes account for 34% of complaints, tied to a 2023 recall affecting fire risk.
- Complaints
- 79
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 12 / 9
- Injuries / deaths
- 14 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 30.5
- 26.5 city / 36.5 hwy
Top 2014 Hyundai Accent problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
What owners report
- Owners report the ABS warning light coming on followed by loss of braking power, sometimes with smoke or fire under the hood.
- Some owners describe brakes becoming inoperable at highway speed while waiting for the recall repair part to become available.
- Airbags failed to deploy in multiple crashes, including rollovers and high-speed rear impacts, at mileages as low as 23,400 and up to 58,000.
- A rear tire blowout at 65 mph caused loss of control at 50,000 miles.
- Steering became stiff at 25 mph and led to a crash into a ditch at 109,157 miles.
2014 Hyundai Accent recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V651000Sep 22, 2023Brakes1,649,478 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
2014 Hyundai Accent fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 26.5 MPG
- Highway
- 36.5 MPG
- Combined
- 30.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,125
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other Accent years
Frequently asked questions
- Should I avoid the 2014 Hyundai Accent?
- Compared to other Accent model years, the 2014 ranks 3rd-worst out of 13 years with a Complaint Index of 83 and an Avoid verdict, mainly due to brake and airbag complaints.
- What is the main problem with the 2014 Hyundai Accent?
- Brakes are the top problem area, making up 34% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 47,501 miles and 5 reported fires.
- Does the 2014 Hyundai Accent have a recall?
- Yes, NHTSA recall 23V651000 covers the brake hydraulic system and advises owners to park outside due to fire risk until the repair is done.
- How does the 2014 Accent compare to other years?
- The 2012 and 2013 Accent have higher Complaint Indexes (92 and 100) and are also rated Avoid, while 2018, 2020, and 2021 are rated Best with much lower indexes.