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2021 Hyundai Accent Recalls

4 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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4

NHTSA campaigns

3

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

May 19, 2022

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Hyundai Accent average of 1.9 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Seat Belts › Front, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2021 Hyundai Accent recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 22V354000

Seat Belts › Front

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported May 19, 2022

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.

Safety consequence

An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V311000

Steering › Column

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported May 6, 2022

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

Safety consequence

Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 226.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V069000

Seat Belts › Front

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Feb 9, 2022

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

Safety consequence

An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 219. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-796. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 21V937000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Dec 2, 2021

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Accent vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.

Safety consequence

Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 213.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Hyundai Accent model years

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2021 Hyundai Accent recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Hyundai Accent have?

This verified dataset contains 4 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2021 Hyundai Accent. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2021 Hyundai Accent?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology