The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Accent · 2002
2002 Hyundai Accent. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 24 / 33 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | 22 / 32 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 23 / 34 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | 22 / 32 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 22,000 and 67,000 miles. Median 43,400, from 75 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 54,400 | 23,300–79,200 | 14 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 69,000 | 50,000–90,000 | 11 |
| Airbags | 29,000 | 18,600–41,600 | 8 |
| Engine | 27,000 | 22,000–38,700 | 7 |
| Speed control | 19,000 | 9,300–35,000 | 7 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 19% |
| Brakes | 18% |
| Airbags | 16% |
| Engine | 13% |
| Speed control | 13% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 134 | 26 | 2 | 18 | 3 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
02V167000 Jun 2002 Structure / Frame And Members
Defect. CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING TESTING, THE 3-DOOR HATCHBACK EXCEEDED THE PERFORMANCE CRITERION IN THE STANDARD MIDWAY ALONG THE LENGTH OF THE WINDSHIELD SUPPORT PILLAR (A-PILLAR).
Risk. AN OCCUPANT'S HEAD THAT CONTACTS THE A-PILLAR DURING A CRASH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INCREASED RISK OF A HEAD INJURY AS A RESULT OF THIS CONDITION.
Remedy. DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW ENERGY MANAGEMENT BRACKETS TO SUPPORT THE A-PILLAR COVERS AND INCREASE THE ENERGY ABSORBING PERFORMANCE OF THE A-PILLAR IN THE RELEVANT AREA. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151
Manufacturer communications 54
Hyundai filed 54 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Subject on automatic transaxle harsh or delayed park reverse or park drive engagement
- Subject regarding automatic transaxle harsh and/or delayed shifts
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| No | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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