2012 Hyundai Accent Engine Problems
NHTSA component category: ENGINE · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
How engine ranks on this vehicle
Share of the 152 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2012 Hyundai Accent overview page.
What owners report
“When the car stops at a stop sign or traffic light the engine sometimes stalls and the engine and EPS warning light turn on. Also…”NHTSA complaint 11475901 — filed 07/26/2022
“Car turns off while driving continuesly misfires even after replacing coils and spark plugs check engine light on and flashes car charger port keeps blowing…”NHTSA complaint 11472083 — filed 07/02/2022
“Cam shaft split System emission failure . Lighter socket not working. Valvolibe oil change 7/16/21 Mail recall. Recieved 7/1721 Vehichle loud sound. .acceleration not speeding…”NHTSA complaint 11425306 — filed 07/18/2021
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine complaints by year filed
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Hyundai Accent have engine problems?
Engine is the most-reported problem area on the 2012 Hyundai Accent: 36 of 152 complaints on file (23.7%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.
How many complaints does the 2012 Hyundai Accent have in total?
152 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Across all categories, 13 involved a crash, 8 involved a fire, 13 reported injuries, and 1 reported deaths.
What does NHTSA's engine category include?
NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ENGINE category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.
