Model year guide

2009 Hyundai Accent

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Hyundai Accent is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 114 on record.

2009 Hyundai Accent — representative photo
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2009 Hyundai Accent at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints101
Combined29 mpg
Typical price$3,854

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2009 Hyundai Accent recalls 2

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #15V566000 · 08/09/2015

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal…

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an …

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.

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.

2009 Hyundai Accent common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 101 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.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2009 Hyundai Accent MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City27 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,100

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

What's a 2009 Hyundai Accent worth?

Low
$2,400
Typical price
$3,854
High
$5,500

From 114 comparable 2009 Hyundai Accent listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Hyundai Accent costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,400
Total$12,900
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 ($3,854) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,468), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Hyundai Accent trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · GS · MC · SE
Engines
1.6L

2009 Hyundai Accent vehicles on record

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2009 Hyundai Accent — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Hyundai Accent have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2009 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 2009 Hyundai Accent?

Based on 101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, service brakes, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Hyundai Accent get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Hyundai Accent at about 29 mpg combined (27 city / 34 highway).

How much is a 2009 Hyundai Accent worth?

Comparable 2009 Hyundai Accent listings run roughly $2,400–$5,500, typically around $3,854 (from 114 vehicles).

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