Hyundai · Accent · 2022
2022 Hyundai Accent
2
Recalls
16
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2022 Hyundai Accent has 2 recalls and 16 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: unknown or other (2 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2022 Hyundai Accent page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is unknown or other with 2 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2022 Hyundai Accent currently shows 2 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 16 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are unknown or other (2), seat belts (2), electrical system,service brakes,engine (1).
- Vehicle
- 2022 Hyundai Accent
- Recalls
- 2
- Complaints
- 16
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
11.3% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: No
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 22V354000May 19, 2022
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Remedy Status
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
NHTSA ID: 22V311000May 06, 2022
STEERING:COLUMN
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy Status
Dealers will inspect and tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 226.
Owner Complaints
16 totalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
CRASHFIRE1 injuryApr 5, 2026
I was driving my 2022 Hyundai Accent (VIN [XXX] ) when the brakes suddenly failed without warning. When I pressed the brake pedal, the vehicle did not slow down properly resultina in a crash Immediately after the crash, the vehicle caught fire According to the fire department rep...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 9, 2025
This Is another complain on this car I bought car on 10 /10/25 because of cold weather approaching I asked my son to check and see if the antifreeze looked ok in car and the radiator looked hallow in could not see any fliud then checked container for antifreeze looked empty ...
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STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 10, 2025
Power steering power breaks, acceleration. Head rest, blind spot. Problems. Bought car ,driving to get home mirror was not in place needed to get on left lane to get under bridge crossing traffic was rushing through so fast I could adjust mirror so I turned to right on road t...
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SEAT BELTS
Mar 4, 2025
We have two 2022 Hyundai Accent SEL cars and both have the same problem. When there is no passenger aboard, the "Passenger Air Bag" Off sign lights up as it should and when there is a passenger aboard, the "Off" light goes off as it should. What doesn't happen is when there is ...
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TIRES
May 15, 2024
Tire size 205/45 R17 88V M.S. Brand new car with only 8000 miles. All 4 tires are crumbling or falling apart in chunks. Called Hyundai dealer and was told to communicate with Tire manufacturers. Unable to do so since manufacturers are not available in Puerto Rico.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 30, 2023
The instrument cluster malfunctioned and turned the dashboard off repeatedly in 2023 and now again in 2024. This part controls the cruise control, as well as the electrics on the dashboard. When it malfunctions, it deaccelerates the cruise control and you don't know what speed ...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 10, 2023
My 2022 Hyundai was broken into, in an attempt to steal it, due to the lack of immobilizers in these vehicles (and the viral videos that occurred due to Hyundai’s inability to resolve the issue). My window was smashed in, my ignition ruined, and the plastic panel under the steeri...
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 18, 2023
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the oil pressure, battery, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the engine revved but the vehicle stalled...
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WHEELS,VISIBILITY
Mar 12, 2023
2 cracks in my windshield because of unclean roads, new tires only 4 months old having side wall issues and causing car to wobble.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 10, 2023
On three separate occasions my car has completely shut off WHILE DRIVING! I purchased it brand new in August 2022. Each time there was no warning lights or anything. I would notice I was losing speed. When I would look down at the dashboard and notice all the lights were off and ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Accent have?
The 2022 Hyundai Accent has 2 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2022 Hyundai Accent?
NHTSA has received 16 owner-reported complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Accent.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2022 Hyundai Accent?
The 2022 Hyundai Accent received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Accent?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2022 Hyundai Accent are unknown or other (2 reports), seat belts (2 reports), electrical system,service brakes,engine (1 reports).
Does the 2022 Hyundai Accent have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 2 recalls on record for the 2022 Hyundai Accent. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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