Model year guide

2006 Hyundai Accent

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Hyundai Accent is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

2006 Hyundai Accent — representative photo
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2006 Hyundai Accent at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints43
Combined29 mpg
Typical price$2,470

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2006 Hyundai Accent recalls 3

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #09V122000 · 15/04/2009

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 532,633 MY 2006-2007 ACCENT, ENTOURAGE, SONATA, MY 2007 AZERA, ELANTRA AND SANTA FE, MY 2005-2007 TUCSON AND MY 2007-2008 VERACRUZ VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS REL…

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #13V113000 · 01/04/2013

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2…

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #09V280000 · 21/07/2009

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 3,011 MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ELANTRA, TUCSON, SONATA, AZERA AND ACCENT VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A DEFECTIVE STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY ALSO AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE-TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK FEATURE SO TH…

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI OF PUERTO RICO CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-787-999-4310.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2006 Hyundai Accent common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2006 Hyundai Accent MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,150

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2006 Hyundai Accent worth?

Low
$1,000
Typical price
$2,470
High
$3,700

From 15 comparable 2006 Hyundai Accent listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Hyundai Accent costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$1,700
Total$12,450
Per mile$0.17

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($2,470) with the same model 5 model-years older ($777), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Hyundai Accent trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS
Engines
1.6L

2006 Hyundai Accent vehicles on record

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2006 Hyundai Accent — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Hyundai Accent have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 Hyundai Accent. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Hyundai Accent?

Based on 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, visibility/wiper, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Hyundai Accent get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Hyundai Accent at about 29 mpg combined (26 city / 33 highway).

How much is a 2006 Hyundai Accent worth?

Comparable 2006 Hyundai Accent listings run roughly $1,000–$3,700, typically around $2,470 (from 15 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.