2001 Hyundai Accent Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 14%of 112 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 92,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the suspension of the 2001 Hyundai Accent, 14% of the 112 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 92,500 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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“When the brakes were applied, there was a popping noise from under front end. Also a creaking noise was heard from under the right front when car was at idle and when the steering was turned back and forth. Customer felt noise was related. Dealership could not find at the time. This happened three times.”
NHTSA complaint #10009717, filed 2003-03, 29,099 miles“- the contact owns 2001 Hyundai Accent. While driving at 45 MPH on a very nice day the vehicle began drifting on the road. The front passenger tire went off the road and the rear tire went off the road as well. The vehicle slowed down to approximately 40 MPH when the driver lost complete control. He stated that only the driver's side tire was steering correctly, the other tires were going side to side. The contact could not control the vehicle and was rear ended. He sustained minor injuries. The contact had taken some pictures, and said that there was a bolt that sheared off. …”
NHTSA complaint #10187335, filed 2007-04, 100,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 12% |
| 2019 | 2 | 6% |
| 2018 | 1 | 5% |
| 2016 | 2 | 2% |
| 2014 | 3 | 4% |
| 2013 | 8 | 6% |
| 2012 | 7 | 5% |
| 2011 | 1 | 3% |
| 2010 | 4 | 5% |
| 2009 | 5 | 5% |
| 2008 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 3 | 3% |
| 2005 | 2 | 4% |
| 2004 | 2 | 6% |
| 2003 | 2 | 5% |
| 2002 | 7 | 5% |
| 2001 | 16 | 14% |
| 2000 | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 | 1 | 2% |
| 1997 | 7 | 13% |
| 1996 | 24 | 24% |
| 1995 | 54 | 38% |
Other parts of the 2001 Hyundai Accent
21 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsBody and structure
12 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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