The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Accent · 2003
2003 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 | 23 / 32 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 25 / 30 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | 23 / 32 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
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 16,400 and 61,900 miles. Median 35,000, from 21 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 28,500 | 14,100–50,200 | 8 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 60,000 | 36,500–61,900 | 5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 43% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 13% |
| Electrical | 9% |
| Brakes | 9% |
| Engine | 9% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 12 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 46
Hyundai filed 46 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- The engine control module (ecm) main power relay type located under the main dash has been…
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 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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