The Lemon Index2014 Hyundai Accent.
The 2014 Hyundai Accent is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 10 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 14, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about airbags, it has 1 recall, and it gets 30 to 31 mpg combined. It's the best Hyundai Accent year we track.
One of the most reliable. 7.1× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2002
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 79 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Hyundai Accent year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 26K to 110K miles on the car (31 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 1
- brakes 2023
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.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Hyundai told dealers about
Hyundai sent dealers 76 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Engine control module (ecm) software is updated on certain vehicles for canister purge valve…
- The shift lever on some 6-speed vehicles may intermittently not shift out of park
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenHyundai and kia abs module fires2023
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Accent 5 5 HB FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2050–2150 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.6L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Airbags did not deploy in a crash into median barrier on a highway. Speed at about 50 mph, with a front/side impact, after spinning on icy roads.
2014 Hyundai Accent owner · NHTSA complaint 10940126
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Hyundai Accent reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 7.1× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 14; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2014 Hyundai Accent problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are airbags (30%), wheels (20%) and tires (20%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Hyundai Accent have?
1 safety recall (latest: brakes). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Hyundai Accent get?
30 to 31 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Hyundai Accent safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Hyundai Accent problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 26,000 and 110,000 miles. The middle report was at 76,000 miles, from 31 complaints.
Does the 2014 Hyundai Accent have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2014 Hyundai Accent cost in fuel a year?
About $2050 to $2150 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Hyundai Accent have?
1.6L 4-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works