2016 Hyundai Accent engine problems
32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Hyundai Accent — 32% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The engine failed and requires a full engine replacement. The vehicle is currently at ALM Hyundai West, 1990 Thornton Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122, and is available for inspection upon request. Hyundai Motor America has already approved the engine replacement under a goodwill authorization…”
filed Apr 12, 2026
“I was driving up a hill on interstate 8 in California and all of a sudden i heard a bang under the hood and see sparks and flames and my hyundai was on fire right there on the freeway. No clue why.”
filed Dec 15, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Accent years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Accent | 19 | 66% |
| 2018 Accent | 8 | 42% |
| 2017 Accent | 23 | 34% |
| 2015 Accent | 20 | 29% |
| 2014 Accent | 18 | 23% |
| 2013 Accent | 34 | 24% |
| 2012 Accent | 36 | 24% |
| 2011 Accent | 10 | 27% |
| 2010 Accent | 7 | 8% |
| 2009 Accent | 6 | 6% |
| 2008 Accent | 4 | 4% |
| 2007 Accent | 6 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 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.