2010 Hyundai Accent
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Visibility & Lighting
Visibility & Lighting leads by volume: 35 of 87 complaints (40%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (3) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 101 in 2009 to 87 in 2010.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | vs. 2010 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,150–2,250 | 2,150 | 2,000–2,100 | 2,100–2,150 | 1,950–2,000 | |
| Combined MPG | 28–29 | 29 | 30–31 | 29–30 | 31–32 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 24–27 / 32–33 | 26–27 / 33–35 | 27–28 / 34–36 | 26–27 / 33–35 | 28 / 37 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 306–317 | 306 | 287–296 | 296–306 | 278–287 | |
| Complaints filed | 101 | 101 | 87 | 38 | 153 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 11 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 13 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | |
| Injuries reported | 9 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 13 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2010 Hyundai Accent have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2010 Hyundai Accent?
Visibility & Lighting: 35 of 87 NHTSA complaints (40%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Hyundai Accent get?
EPA rates it 30–31 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Hyundai Accent?
EPA estimates $2,000–$2,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 27 mpg (low) | 36 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (low) | $2,100 (high) | 296 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | $2,100 (high) | 296 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 27 mpg (low) | 36 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | $2,000 (low) | 287 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 23 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 10 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 35 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH · Campaign 15V566000 · Sep 8, 2015
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning brake light switch may also prevent the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position.
Consequence: Failure to illuminate the brake lights during braking or the inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an expansion of 13V-113.