Most common 2000 Hyundai Accent problems
Share of the 92 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Hyundai Accent complaints by model year
Best Accent years: 2020, 2018, 2021. Years to avoid: 2012, 1995, 2002, 1996. Compare all years →
2000 Hyundai Accent recalls (4)
Structure › Frame and members
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during testing, the 3-door hatchback exceeded the performance criterion in the standard midway along the length of the windshield support pillar (a-pillar).
Remedy: Dealers will install new energy management brackets to support the a-pillar covers and increase the energy absorbing performance of the a-pillar in the relevant area. Owner notification began October 28, 2002.
Vehicle speed control
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 1.5 liter or 1.6 liter engines that were originally sold in or currently registered in the states of alaska, colorado, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, maine, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, north dakota, nebraska, new hampshire, new york, ohio,…
Remedy: Dealers will install a new, relocated pcv hose and will additionally install a heated throttle body on the 2000-2001 accents equipped with 1.5 liter engines that were produced through January 31, 2001.
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Linkages
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The protective rubber boot which covers the ball joint connection between the windshield wiper motor drive arm and the windshield wiper drag link can stick to the surface of the drive arm.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the protective rubber boot and will lubricate the new protective rubber boot where it contacts the drive arm.
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Linkages
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The protective rubber boot which covers the ball joint connection between the windshield wiper motor drive arm and the windshield wiper drag link can stick to the surface of the drive arm.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the protective rubber boot and will lubricate the new protective rubber boot where it contacts the drive arm.
What 2000 Hyundai Accent owners say
Transmission & drivetrain all 28 →
Tl contact owns a 2000 Hyundai Accent. Almost two months after the transmission was replaced on the vehicle, the engine failed to start. All of the indicators on the instrument panel were illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and had the battery replaced; however, the failure persisted. She called the manager at the dealer where the transmission was replaced and was advised to make sure that the vehicle was fully in the park position. She placed the gear from park into drive and then back into the park gear. The engine was finally able to start. She believes this is a safety issue because she should not have to move her gears around numerous times to start the vehicle. The contact has an appointment with the dealer to have the vehicle inspected. The current and failure mileages were 84,000.
I have a Hyundai Accent gl model 2000. The vehicle has run so far 44000 miles. I travel every day on freeway 405 for my work from northridge to culver city. This car has chronic power problems. Even when I press the gas, car does not pick up as expected. In other words, the car cannot be driven smoothly. I have reported this matter many time to Hyundai dealers and they do not seems to be serious in attending to this problem. They have informed me that this is the operational characteristic of this vehicle. As I am required to constantly apply pressure on the gas, I have developed pain in my legs and shoulders. It is stressful to concentrate on the free traffic with this problem in the vehicle. I request you to help me fixing this problem from the manufacturers. Thanks.
Engine & cooling
I have a Hyundai Accent 2000 3 door hatchback in May had to have the entire fuel system flushed out $500 called Hyundai before I repaired said that item was not part of a current campaign for my VIN number however similar problems have been reported by numerous parties. August 1, 2005 three days after roadside assistance ended car died defective o2 sensor melted the shroud, exhaust manifold and catalytic converter, also engine coil repairs so far 1500 (Hyundai says parts aren't under warranty any more) now the computer is bad on the phone with Hyundai tech support for three hours testing, they gave up never called back, Hyundai said not their problem. Currently I have no vehicle and it will cost 250 to tow to Hyundai dealer about 60 miles away Hyundai will not pay for the towing even though car has safety defects/recalls that need to be fixed. …
For more than two years I have been complaining to my dc-area Hyundai dealership that my car is burning or leaking oil but they failed to diagnose problem, apparently to avoid fixing it under the warranty. It is extremely dangerous for me to drive my vehicle but Hyundai will not honor its much hyped warranty and fix my car and even the district office insists that I keep driving it for its third and *unnecessary* oil consumption test. Previously my engine failed leaving me stranded in the utah desert following work on my car by two other Hyundai dealers to avoid fixing my car before its first warranty period expired. Hyundai lies about its warranty: it promises the world on tv ads and reneges in private.
Air bags
On June 17 2008 at 445 pm, my daughter was returning home from school in her 2000 Hyundai onj the new york state thruway190 north,she was involved in a chain reaction accident,her car rearended a vehicle,and the impact totaled her car. The airbag didn't deploy she was injured bruising and whiplash,I called Hyundai headquarters and asked if they wanted to inspect the vehicle to establish why the airbag did not deploy. The consumer affairs rep carolyn b harvey sent me a form letter saying they were interested I n examining the vehicle , I asked if the vehicle could be sent to a dealer , I was informed they would but there would be a charge of 40 dollars a day, and the process would take 4 to 6 weeks, please add my complaint to your files.
While driving at 35 MPH on October 7, 2003 the vehicle was involved in a front end collision with another vehicle. The occupant of consumer's vehicle was wearing a seat belt but none of the air bags deployed. The consumer's child was severely injured but the occupant of the other vehicle was not injured.
2000 Hyundai Accent engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 24 / 33 / 28 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 23 / 31 / 26 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Hyundai Accent a good car?
Based on 92 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 Accent rates average: 1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the Accent at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Hyundai Accent?
The transmission & drivetrain — 28 complaints, 30% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic transmission. Next are the engine & cooling (12) and air bags (11).
How many recalls does the 2000 Hyundai Accent have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2000 Hyundai Accent, the most recent from June 25, 2002 (frame and members). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Hyundai Accent?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020, 2018 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2012, 1995, 2002 and 1996. See the full Hyundai Accent years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Hyundai Accent problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 61,000 miles; 36% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.