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Buying a used 2022 Hyundai Accent? Check these 2 recalls first
Only two recalls apply, but one is critical: a steering column that may detach while driving, alongside the Accent/Elantra seat belt pretensioner explosion campaign. Neither carries a stop-driving or park-outside warning. Of 16 unverified NHTSA owner complaints — again a small sample — electrical system leads with six, while seat belts (4) and steering (3) also appear, echoing both recall subjects. Two crashes, one fire and two injuries are reported.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify the steering column recall was completed before purchase
- Check for steering looseness, noise, or off-center wheel while driving
- Test all electrical functions and inspect both front seat belts
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Hyundai dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2022 Hyundai Accent
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent steering column may detach while driving | Steering | critical |
| Hyundai Accent and Elantra seat belt part can explode | Seat Belts | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
16 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 1 a fire and 2 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | None found |
| Seat Belts | 4 | Yes |
| Steering | 3 | Yes |
| Brakes | 2 | None found |
| Engine | 2 | None found |
| Suspension | 2 | None found |