2008 Hyundai Accent
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2008 Hyundai Accent. Newest first.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
Owner complaints
101 complaints11 involved a crash1 involved a fire9 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine
I have a 2008 Hyundai Accent. It only has 55,000 miles. However, the engine is failing. After doing reading, it is obvious that this vehicle has manufacturer engine defects. I am 81 years old. What do I do now. I did not want to purchase another vehicle. I would like Hyundai to replace this engine without cost to me. I have own cars with 89,000 miles that did not have engine defects.
- Electrical system › Ignition › Anti-theft › Immobilizer/proximity › Key/sender · Unknown or other
my car has been broken into twice in the past three months, with personal items being stolen each time: a child car seat, a child booster seat, an emergency inhaler medication for asthma, multiple charging cords, a bluetooth adapter system, and a workbag which contained medical equipment and scrubs and shoes. I need a new security system for my car with automatic locks.
- Air bags
08 accent GS, airbag light on without any accident or unusual driving. its a safety issue. hyundai should have recalled this issue since many customers have the same problem.
- Air bags
Airbag light came on and stays on. Was informed by multiple mechanics in the area that IS a known safety and system malfunction issue with the 2008 hyundai accent hatchback models and not sure way a recall has not been issued.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai accent. While driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle ran out of fuel and stalled. The contact indicated that there was no fuel in the fuel tank even though the vehicle was refueled prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to goshen motors (3220 elcott rd…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai accent. While driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle ran out of fuel and stalled. The contact indicated that there was no fuel in the fuel tank even though the vehicle was refueled prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to goshen motors (3220 elcott rd, goshen, in) where it was diagnosed that the fuel system was faulty. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 121,000.
- Unknown or other
Sun visors are broken ,, one won,t stay up an light won,t work,, one falls out of mount,, went to pick-a-part, all of the hyundai's in there already had their sun visors removed ,, not safe with them falling down an out
- Air bags · Engine
Takata recall: air bag light stays on and car cannot be inspected. also check engine light stays on. removed passenger and driver seats to check sensors/wires but did not solve the problem
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
When I got the car from the car lot the told sumbit recall that theu did not have time to do with a lamp switch
- Structure › Body · Visibility/wiper
TL* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai accent. While driving approximately 40 mph, the driver's side sun visor suddenly came down and obstructed the contact's view. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a guardrail while attempting to avoid a collision with a second vehicle. During…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai accent. While driving approximately 40 mph, the driver's side sun visor suddenly came down and obstructed the contact's view. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a guardrail while attempting to avoid a collision with a second vehicle. During the incident, the driver sustained an injured lower back and neck. Medical attention was not received. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer (jim hudson hyundai, 310 greystone blvd, columbia, sc 29210) were contacted and did not assist. The vin was invalid. The failure mileage was 35,000. *Tt *tr
- Visibility/wiper
Drivers side sun visor assembly design allows it to fall down and flap thereby causing myself the driver and owner to have an accident. Hyundai refuses to acknowledge this defect as a serious safety issue. I could have been killed!!!!! I was driving in heavy traffic on a u.s. Interstate in south carolina.
- Structure › Body · Visibility
TL* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai accent. The contact stated that the sun visor was attached by a thin wire that caused it to slightly detach from the roof of the vehicle. The sun visor obstructed the view of the driver. The failure occurred to both front sun visors. The contact took the vehicle…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai accent. The contact stated that the sun visor was attached by a thin wire that caused it to slightly detach from the roof of the vehicle. The sun visor obstructed the view of the driver. The failure occurred to both front sun visors. The contact took the vehicle to hyundai of auburn (823 opelika rd, auburn, al 36830; 334-321-0777) who diagnosed that the mechanism that held the sun visors in place and the sun visors themselves needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000. *Tt the consumer stated the visors were due to be repaired. *Js the consumer stated the visors were repaired. *Js
- Seat belts · Service brakes · Structure › Body
This vehicle has excessive rust underbody, and the fuel tank straps are rusted along with just about the whole frame. The brakes are now squealing and rubbing after an alleged underbody rust treatment, which sprayed over the old rust! Hyundai has offered a "wax treatment" which IS basically waxing…
This vehicle has excessive rust underbody, and the fuel tank straps are rusted along with just about the whole frame. The brakes are now squealing and rubbing after an alleged underbody rust treatment, which sprayed over the old rust! Hyundai has offered a "wax treatment" which IS basically waxing my rust. The fuel straps seem to me to be a safety issue of great importance, as well as the brakes. The driver's side seatbelt does not always fasten and I was told that there's nothing wrong with it. Hyundai refuses to address the safety issues, stating the car IS out of warranty, yet they admit the original frame coating was too thin.
- Service brakes · Suspension · Wheels
In november 2016 the exhaust pipe from the front axle to the muffler fell off due to brackets rusting. A couple weeks later a recall notice was received from hyundai about rusting to the chassis and suspension. Repair work was done at the time of the incident. Hyundai sprayed the underside for…
In november 2016 the exhaust pipe from the front axle to the muffler fell off due to brackets rusting. A couple weeks later a recall notice was received from hyundai about rusting to the chassis and suspension. Repair work was done at the time of the incident. Hyundai sprayed the underside for rust-proofing, then denied a reimbursement claim on the exhaust system. In april 2017 the rocker arms and rotors had rusted, and required full braking system and rocker arm replacement. In june 2017 the entire suspension system required replacement, due to rusting of the shocks and struts. An attempt to file a second claim for reimbursement cannot be processed through hyundai's website, citing the vin number and last name matching the original request that was denied without explanation.
- Unknown or other
Cpsc:a few weeks prior to receiving the notice, the exhaust pipe (from the front axle to the muffler) fell off the vehicle while driving. *Bf
- Structure
Cpsc:a few weeks prior to receiving the notice, the exhaust pipe (from the front axle to the muffler) fell off the vehicle while driving. *Bf the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired after receiving the recall notice, but the reimbursement claim was denied without explanation. Also, the…
Cpsc:a few weeks prior to receiving the notice, the exhaust pipe (from the front axle to the muffler) fell off the vehicle while driving. *Bf the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired after receiving the recall notice, but the reimbursement claim was denied without explanation. Also, the front rocker arms required a replacement due to rusting, in addition to the rotors and breaking system. The entire suspension system needed to be replaced due to rusting. The consumer stated the service completed by the dealer was either sprayed for rust proofing or, was ineffective. Updated 08/31/2017*js
- Air bags
About 3 months ago the seat belt light came on and has been on ever since. we took our car to our hyundai dealer and they said that we needed a new airbag installed and it would could around $1000 for the part. they ordered it and we have to scedule an appointment to put it on. we are on a…
About 3 months ago the seat belt light came on and has been on ever since. we took our car to our hyundai dealer and they said that we needed a new airbag installed and it would could around $1000 for the part. they ordered it and we have to scedule an appointment to put it on. we are on a fixed income and $1000 or more IS a whole lot of money that we don't have. we were wondering if there IS or could possibly be a recall for this airbag problem. looking on line at the complaints concerning this airbag problem with the 2008 hyundai accent we were wondering why you have not resolved this complaint with a recall. thanks for you time.
- Air bags
At approximately 67,000. Mi the airbag light came on, had an auto parts store scan the code and said it was passenger seat sensor, at the time I used the car for commuting to work and never had passengers. Now retired and cannot have a passenger for fear that being involved in an accident could be…
At approximately 67,000. Mi the airbag light came on, had an auto parts store scan the code and said it was passenger seat sensor, at the time I used the car for commuting to work and never had passengers. Now retired and cannot have a passenger for fear that being involved in an accident could be deadly for the occupant of that seat, went to the dealer and was told its not covered under warranty, ( I'm second owner ) and the seat alone would cost at least $900. Plus installation would be about $1200. Or more on a fixed income and cannot afford that, cannot sell the car it lowers the resale, and who would want it. Guess I'm stuck
- Visibility/wiper
Critical: drivers sunvisor unexpectedly fell out of it's mounting while traveling at night on a very narrow 2-lane bridge. Darned near got me killed!!!. This IS a serious hazard and a very poor & dangerous design flaw. Replacement units are very expensive and equally flawed. Yes, my vehicle was in…
Critical: drivers sunvisor unexpectedly fell out of it's mounting while traveling at night on a very narrow 2-lane bridge. Darned near got me killed!!!. This IS a serious hazard and a very poor & dangerous design flaw. Replacement units are very expensive and equally flawed. Yes, my vehicle was in motion @ about 45 mph and had I not had quick reflexes, I could have either slammed into the bridge rail or head -on with an oncoming vehicle. Please get this corrected because it IS a widely reported problem by many hyundai vehicle owners in addition to other years & models. Thank you *tr
- Air bags
At end of may 2016, my airbag light went on and stayed on. I took my 2008 accent to the dealer on 6/2/16 and was told that the ocs mat may need to be replaced at a cost of $1400 to $1600. if I do not replace it, the airbags will not deploy in an accident because the airbag sensor system IS disabled. this 2008 accent should be recalled because this IS a serious safety issue.
- Air bags
Takata recall.air bag light on all the time.
- Air bags · Seat belts
The airbag lights comes on an stays on you have to get it scan sn the code will read b1448, b1449, or b1450 an it should be a recall for this .because only a dealer can get it off an then they want to chsrge you 1345.95 just to get it fix thats highway robbery .well the going to reject you an you can get a inspection sticker either.
- Visibility/wiper
Drivers side sun visor would not stay up, then just fell all the way out, had to have the light disconnected, not under warranty hyundai dealer said, no recall for this specific auto. Driving when this happened.
- Electrical system · Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai accent. While the vehicle was parked in the driveway, it ignited into flames. The fire department extinguished the fire and a report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified. There were no injuries, but medical attention was required for emotional distress.…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai accent. While the vehicle was parked in the driveway, it ignited into flames. The fire department extinguished the fire and a report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified. There were no injuries, but medical attention was required for emotional distress. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The damage occurred at the engine and the passenger side of the vehicle near the electrical components. The approximate failure mileage was 116,500.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2008 hyundai accent. The contact stated that the air bag light remained illuminated in the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 94,000. updated 04/14/16*lj the passenger lower seat assembly and ocs mat were replaced on march 7, 2016. Updated 05/17/16.*jb
- Air bags · Service brakes
Heading west bound on I 10 in alabama. Car was going between 60-70mph. avoided the accident by sliding into another lane, breaks did not catch. Upon fish tailing back into traffic hit another vehicle head on and airbags did not deploy on impact until car was no longer in motion. The front driver…
Heading west bound on I 10 in alabama. Car was going between 60-70mph. avoided the accident by sliding into another lane, breaks did not catch. Upon fish tailing back into traffic hit another vehicle head on and airbags did not deploy on impact until car was no longer in motion. The front driver airbag and the passenger front airbag did not deploy. Was standing on the breaks trying to get the car to stop and the car never stopped. It took the median cables to stop the vehicle. When the car had come to a stop IS when the side curtain and seat airbag on passenger side deployed. Damage was sustained heavily to driver side front as well and still no side airbags, seat, or frontal airbags deployed. E-break did not even catch.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10251285This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side of the wiper blade, which could lead to poor wiping performance and/or possible scratching of the windshield glass. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to properly remove the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all new wiper blades.
- 10247189This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
- 10235566Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. These spots are the result of moisture trapped between the PPF and the paint.
- 10230904This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.
- 10217258Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. This limit is the lesser of 1.5% of GVWR or 100 pounds. If the total added weight exceeds the lesser of the limit, a label must be added to the driver-side B-pillar within 25mm (1 inch) of the original tire placard.
- 10217251Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
- 10196546Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicles owners manual. Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. Use of other DCT and IVT gear oil may result in reduced durability. Hyundai does not approve the use of any aftermarket ATF or gear oil additives.
- 10190044This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps.
- 10190038This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
- 10189989This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
- 10183963This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
- 10183960This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the Tire Balance Data Sheet must be fully completed including imbalance and Road Force Variation (RFV) data. The Data Sheet can be found at the end of this bulletin.
- 10178175This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes, or during normal driving operation.
- 10176182This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
- 10176178This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
- 10174808This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
- 10174807The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
- 10173546This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
- 10172142This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
- 10170883This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bulletin provides physical differences between the USB 2.0 port and USB 3.0 port.
- 10169370The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects vehicles within the blind spot zone and gives off an alarm (visual and audible). The two magnetic radar sensors provide these functions for BSD/BCW: ? Senses other vehicles in the BSD/BCW zone and turns on the BSD/BCW warning lamp for the driver. The warning lamp starts blinking, along with an audible sound, when the driver turns on the turn signal lamp to enter the lane where another vehicle is driving.
- 10167253This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and matched with a Techline Case number.
- 10160098This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot be removed or overwritten.
- 10119095In some areas, a vehicle?s underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a precautionary measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbody components, and an undercoating spray is applied to the bottom exterior surf
- 10119082Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to perform an underbody corrosion preventative service on certain 2008 ? 2009 MY Accent previously or currently registered in Salt Belt States. Service Campaign 944 provides a procedure to perform the preventative measure.
- 10117915In some areas, a vehicle?s underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a precautionary measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbody components, and an undercoating spray is applied to the bottom exterior surfaces of specified underbody components. This bulletin describes the procedure to perform this preventative service on certain Accent (MC) vehicles.
- 10110930The warranty coverage for the front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor mat for 2006-2011MY Accent Vehicles has been extended to 15 years/unlimited mileage, starting from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use.
- 10082455"The pcm or tcm contains logic to adjust solenoid duty and line pressure as needed to compensate for normal clutch wear over the life of the transaxle. This bulletin provides the procedures necessary to reset (erase) and relearn the pcm/tcm adaptive values. After the following repairs have been completed, the pcm/tcm adaptive values must be reset in order to provide optimum shift quality. If the procedure IS not performed, the transmission may experience a shift flare or harsh shift. H replace automatic transaxle or pcm/tcm h reprogram or exchange a pcm/tcm from another vehicle"
- 10065907Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10060617Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10034204Hyundai: label requirements for vehicle loading to comply with fmvss 110. Effective 6/2/08, fmvss 110 (fmvss 110) sets a threshold for correcting load capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. All models included after 6/2/08.
- 10033646Hyundai: provides the procedure to update the ecm software of accent vehicles with gasoline engines.
- 10030984Hyundai: automatic transaxle range switch diagnostic trouble codes p0705 (range switch signal problems), p0707 (range switch open circuit), and p0708 (range switch short circuit or multiple inputs). An improperly adjusted or improperly operating range switch may result in the above mentioned conditions. Malfunction indicator light (mil) illuminated; impossible engine start in p or n.
- 10028792Hyundai: cowl top side cover replacement. Service campaign T73. May exhibit discoloration of the cowl top side covers.
- 10026784Hyundai:xm satellite radio ID number identification. Along with the vehicle's identification number (vin) and dealer code, will need to be faxed to hma to update the xm's database.
- 10025141All vehicles retailed beginning on jue 2, 2008 that meet the additional weight criteria above. Label requirements for vehicle loading to comply with fmvss 110.
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