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Hyundai Accent repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (5%)

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Hyundai Accent body repair cost distribution

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2013 Hyundai Accent 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

32000 mi Steering wheel grip began to disintegrate/emulsify. It was only top left corner (9-oclock to 11-oclock) and would come off in my hands. Dealer completely replaced steering wheel under warranty. 
34000 mi Steering wheel wrap visibly wearing off; told warranty wouldn't cover it due to normal wear & tear. My steering wheel cover rubbed silver paint of plastic on wheel - plastic silver center of wheel replaced under warranty. 

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2012 Hyundai Accent 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

3000 mi Front bumper was not primed prior to applying final coat of paint prior to shipment after assembly in Korea. Dealer primed and painted bumper to factory spec and gave gratis loaner car. 
4000 mi Rattle coming from dash. Very annoying. Dealer #3 could not hear, but it's very obvious. Rattle can be heard above radio. Going back to try Dealer #2. 

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2012 Hyundai Accent 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

56400 mi Water leaking into rear cargo area. Loose bolt in hatch latch receiver found. Silicone sealant was added, bolt replaced, and pressure testing confirmed no more leaking. 
63240 mi Water continuing to leak into rear cargo area. Dealer discovered that rear lights were improperly reinstalled (by them on last visit), reinstalled properly. 
45000 mi The spray nozzle in the rear window was spraying water into the inside of the car. It's replaced under warranty. 

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2010 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatch

96-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

39680 mi Rattling noise coming from the rear of the car- dealership says it is the rear seat latches and is nothing serious. 

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2009 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatch

110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

29020 mi peeling clearcoat on plastic parts, (door handles, rear spoiler) dealer blamed on bird poop (what a joke) refused warranty repair 

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2008 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan

110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

2891 mi Customer states the passenger side B pillar shoulder belt adjuster button is coming apart. Check and advise 
8000 mi Seatbelt B pillar cover slider not staying at stops. Replaced B pillar shoulder belt adjuster 
21000 mi Drivers side sun visor would not stay in the up position blocking view through windshield. Drivers side vanity light would not turn on when visor mirror cover was opened. 
53000 mi replace passenger window regulator handle 

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2008 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatch

110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

3000 mi Cargo net retraining clip keeps poping out. Ordered part for the second time. Keep getting wrong part in 
1100 mi

US $5
Passenger sunvisor retainer replaced. Was not holding sunvisor in place, allowing it to "pop out" occasionally. 
1408 mi Rear high mount stop light (LED light in hatch spoiler) developed condensation inside assembly. Replaced under warranty. 

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2007 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatch

110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

17000 mi Paint chips located at top of hood/fenders. Cause is a bent hood hinge, hood rubs on fenders when lifted. Problem has not been repaired. Car has been in since the end of March and will be fixed under warranty. 
22000 mi The knob on the passenger side manual window came off the problem was a missing clip, clip replaced free of charge. Total time 3 minutes. 
22000 mi The clip that opens the center glovebox broke off. The dealership has ordered the parts and they should be replaced tomorrow. 
24180 mi Faulty gasket on third brake light allowing in moisture. Third brake light and/or gasket needs replacing. Parts ordered. 
26660 mi Faulty gasket on third brake light allowing in moisture, replaced. 
40920 mi Mechanic cracked rear hatch interior trim while replacing exterior door latch handle. Parts ordered. 
46500 mi Replaced damaged interior trim. While replacing initial trim piece damaged by dealer's mechanic at previous visit, it was discovered that an underlying piece was also broken and an attempt was made by the previous mechanic to glue the trim piece together & hide damage. Second interior trim piece replaced successfully. 

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2007 Hyundai Accent 2-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

6000 mi

US $50
Dealer replaced driver's side seatback seat cover due to premature wear to the cover on the seat bolster closest to the door. 

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2002 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan

105-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

107000 mi

US $35
Drivers inside door handle broke. 

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2002 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatch

105-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

113000 mi

US $45
The sliding black ribbon broke. Replaced automatic gear selector box, for aesthetic reasons. 

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