2010 Hyundai Accent recalls and problems

The 2010 Hyundai Accent has 1 safety recall and 88 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
88
Crashes / fires
4 / 0
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2010 Hyundai Accent vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 Hyundai Accent recalls

Recall 15V-566: Exterior Lighting

Reported Sep 8, 2015 · 99,500 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

Problem: 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.

Risk: Failure to illuminate the brake lights during braking or the inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2010 Hyundai Accent problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes17
Exterior Lighting16
Electrical System12
Air Bags11
Visibility/Wiper11
Visibility8
Steering7
Engine7
Unknown or Other6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Engine and Engine Cooling4
Suspension4

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2010 Hyundai Accent complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Nov 6, 2026
I own a 2010 Hyundai Accent and the vehicle has a catastrophic restraint system failure (the red SRS light) making it unsafe to drive. I contacted Hyundai corporate via Case# 43484901 and they have explicitly refused to diagnose or remedy the safety defect citing a standard warranty expiration.
Air Bags · reported Jan 26, 2026
The airbags failed to deploy in my 2012 car accident. I suffered facial injuries from hitting my face on the dashboard. I got a broken nose, c2 neck fracture and skull fracture.
Service Brakes · reported Apr 15, 2024
Brake line corrosion and leak on drivers side. Location approximately where drivers door meets passenger door. It appears that all of the brake lines except a one foot section in the above location are coated with a hard rubber for corrosion protection. The one foot section in question however is raw metal which is "protected" on the bottom side by a removable plastic covering. The covering is clearly inadequate as the brake line rusted through, potentially causing a serious accident. I notice that Canada has some recalls on Hyandai vehicles other than the Accent for rusty brake lines.
Electrical System · reported Jan 11, 2023
The wiring connection between the blower motor into the hvac resistor is melting. There looks to be burn marks on the plastic female plug that goes into the resistor. I sometimes smell like plastic is burning. I have to keep fan at MAX speed to not use the resistor at all. I believe this could be a fire hazard.
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Jul 27, 2022
Whenever I get gas even when I pump really slow when I go to remove the nozzle gas spurts out. I have had the charcoal cannister replaced as well as replacing the gas cap but it still happens. This is very dangerous since gas is leaking onto the car and area surrounding it.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2010 Hyundai Accent: 15V-566 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 Hyundai Accent?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (17 reports), followed by exterior lighting (16). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,000 miles.

Are Hyundai recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.