This page covers 2 recalls, 19 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2018 Hyundai Accent.
31–32 mpg combined
7.4–7.6 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
Engine complaints dominate what owners report for the 2018 Hyundai Accent. The most consistent pattern across multiple reports is excessive oil consumption, owners describe needing to add oil far more frequently than a normal service interval would require, with some checking levels every few days to avoid running the engine dry. Several owners report this has been ongoing across tens of thousands of miles without resolution. Electrical system complaints appear in a handful of reports but don't cluster around a single clear symptom. A brake warning light illuminating, tied to concerns about the master cylinder, shows up in at least one report but isn't a recurring pattern in this complaint set. The oil consumption issue is the standout theme here, with owners describing it as a persistent, high-maintenance problem rather than a one-time failure.
19
Total Complaints
4
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2018 Hyundai Accent has 2 recalls, the more serious being a rear defroster defect on 5-door models where the rear glass can develop hot spots that may burn anyone who touches them.
The second recall involves the trunk latch, which can become damaged and prevent the internal trunk release from working. If someone is inside the trunk compartment, they may not be able to get out.
At a glance
What can fail
The trunk latch can become damaged, which may prevent you from opening the trunk from inside the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the trunk latch base at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The rear defroster can cause hot spots to develop on the rear glass window when turned on.
What the fix does
You'll receive a letter with instructions to visit a dealer, who will replace the rear glass at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
