2001 Hyundai Accent power train problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2001 Hyundai Accent — 19% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai accent. The contact stated that the rear window defroster was engaged and when he shut off the defroster, there was a loud explosion sound. The contact then noticed that there was a large hole in the rear window with small web0like fractures surrounding the hole…”
filed Nov 2, 2010
“Car would not reverse, and jerks when shifting from 2-3rd gear. Contacted dealer and was told transmission is completely shot, and must be replaced, at a cost of $2500. Found that when shifting from reverse to drive prior car would jolt. *jb”
filed Dec 6, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicleâ  s ownerâ  s manual. ï · Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. ï · Use…
21-AT-006H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 21, 2021
Power Train problems in other Accent years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Accent | 6 | 9% |
| 2016 Accent | 3 | 3% |
| 2015 Accent | 5 | 7% |
| 2014 Accent | 1 | 1% |
| 2013 Accent | 12 | 9% |
| 2012 Accent | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 Accent | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 Accent | 9 | 9% |
| 2008 Accent | 2 | 2% |
| 2007 Accent | 2 | 2% |
| 2006 Accent | 1 | 2% |
| 2005 Accent | 13 | 27% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 Hyundai Accent
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.