2001 Hyundai Accent Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 11%of 112 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 96,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the body and structure of the 2001 Hyundai Accent, 11% of the 112 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 96,500 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My mechanic told me in april 2020 my 2001 Hyundai Accent is not safe to drive because the sub frame has decayed up to were it connects to the body underneath.”
NHTSA complaint #11328588, filed 2020-06, 141,351 miles“Both control arms and drivers side of sub frame completely rotted out. There is a recall for the 2001-2003 elantra and tiberon, yet not the Accent? Somebody isn't doing their job!!”
NHTSA complaint #10671996, filed 2015-01, 81,000 miles“Front sub frame is severely corroded between drivers lower control arm and sub frame mount at radiator core support. Corrosion has created a hole on each side of the frame rail that will allow for passage of an object similar in size to a deck of cards. Passenger side is similarly corroded. Front sub frame replacement will be necessary in order maintain safe vehicle operation. The degree of front sub frame corrosion is not in line with the condition of the balance of the vehicle. Balance of the vehicle exhibits minimal corrosion.”
NHTSA complaint #10557451, filed 2013-12, 114,000 miles“All were warranty repairs. The ignition coil went out first. Then the catalytic converter. The body was just a minor thing, a rain rail came loose, and it had to be replaced. Finally, the car caught fire on 09-02-03 and it is totally. I only had it two yrs. And it only had 31,000 miles on it. It has a history of stalling out on trips of 30 miles or more, it would restart soon though. Car is a total loss.”
NHTSA complaint #10070782, filed 2004-01, 11,902 miles“The contact owns a 2001 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that the front frame had become severely corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 64,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10553085, filed 2013-11, 64,000 milesRelated recalls
- 02V167000Jun 25, 2002Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."…Covers: Hyundai Accent 2000–2002
Related service bulletins
- 10235566Apr 24, 2023Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 17% |
| 2019 | 1 | 3% |
| 2018 | 2 | 11% |
| 2017 | 4 | 6% |
| 2016 | 6 | 6% |
| 2015 | 5 | 7% |
| 2014 | 2 | 3% |
| 2013 | 7 | 5% |
| 2012 | 9 | 6% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 5 | 5% |
| 2008 | 6 | 6% |
| 2007 | 3 | 3% |
| 2006 | 1 | 2% |
| 2004 | 1 | 3% |
| 2003 | 1 | 3% |
| 2002 | 5 | 4% |
| 2001 | 12 | 11% |
| 2000 | 5 | 5% |
| 1999 | 1 | 2% |
| 1998 | 1 | 2% |
| 1997 | 1 | 2% |
| 1996 | 7 | 7% |
| 1995 | 9 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2001 Hyundai Accent
21 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsSuspension
16 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsTires
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Hyundai Accent
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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