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2021 Hyundai Accent Recalls

2021 Hyundai Accent Recalls
Updated May 30, 2026·Daniel Wilson2 Critical Recalls

Recall Summary

The 2021 Hyundai Accent has 8 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

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Total Recalls

8
8 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2021 Hyundai Accent

The 2021 Hyundai Accent has 8 recall campaigns on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2021 Hyundai Accent has 8 serious recalls touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2021 Hyundai Accent include SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER, STEERING:COLUMN, SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER, SEAT BELTS:FRONT.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2021 Hyundai Accent?

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Accent vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2021 Hyundai Accent have?

There are 8 recall campaigns for the 2021 Hyundai Accent.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

Review recall campaigns

Are there safety critical recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Accent?

There are 8 which have high risk. Prioritize campaigns affecting brakes, steering, airbags, fuel systems, or fire risk, then confirm remedy availability with VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2021 Hyundai Accent Buyer's Guide

8 total campaigns, 8 marked high risk

High Riskcritical
ID: 21V937000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Foundation ComponentsMaster Cylinder

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Accent vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.

High Riskcritical
ID: 22V311000

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.

High Risklow
ID: 22V069000

Seat Belts

Pretensioner

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

High Risklow
ID: 22V069000

Seat Belts

Front

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

High Risklow
ID: 22V354000

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.

High Risklow
ID: 22V354000

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.

High Risklow
ID: 22V354000

Seat Belts

Pretensioner

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.

High Risklow
ID: 22V354000

Seat Belts

Pretensioner

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.