2015 Hyundai Accent Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 17 brakes complaints for the 2015 Hyundai Accent, 24% of that year's 70 total complaints. Six of those reports involved fires, and two people were injured. Median mileage at failure was 46,500, and the brake hydraulic system is covered by recall 23V651000.
- Brakes complaints
- 17
- 24% of 70
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 6
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 46,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report engine compartment fires linked to the brake hydraulic control unit, sometimes with smoke or flames appearing while driving.
- Some report a loss of braking ability or reduced brake pressure, forcing them to pump the pedal to slow the car.
- Several owners waited for recall 23V651000 parts to become available while their vehicle continued to show brake and electrical warning symptoms.
- Owners describe the ABS/HECU control module failing and causing loss of traction control in wet or icy conditions.
- Some reports mention a burning odor combined with sudden loss of motive power, with no warning light illuminated beforehand.
When 2015 Hyundai Accent brake complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 25, 2015, latest Apr 30, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Accent
- 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.
Brakes complaints by Accent model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2015 Hyundai Accent have?
- NHTSA lists 17 brakes complaints for the 2015 Accent, which is 24% of the 70 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2015 Hyundai Accent?
- Yes. Recall 23V651000 covers the service brakes hydraulic system and tells owners to park outside and away from structures until the repair is done.
- Did the brake problems cause fires or injuries?
- Owner complaints in this area report 6 fires and 2 injuries, with no crashes recorded.
- At what mileage do 2015 Accent brake problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints on the 2015 Accent is 46,500 miles.
- How does the 2015 Accent compare to other years for brake complaints?
- The 2015 Accent's brake complaint share is 24%, lower than 2013 (32%) and 2014 (34%), but higher than 2016 (12%) and 2017 (7%).