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2002 Hyundai Accent Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2002 Hyundai Accent has 4 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2002 Hyundai Accent

Powertrain
23
Fuel System
19
Airbags
16
Brakes
15
Other
14
Engine
12
Speed Control
10
Suspension
8
Structure
4
Steering
4
Tires
4
Visibility
4
Latches & Locks
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

3

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Steering Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jun 10, 2007STEERINGTL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD RUBBING N...
Mar 1, 2004STEERING,TIRESGOING DOWN A HILL, MY NIECE SUDDENLY COULD NOT STEER HER VEHICLE, RESULTING IN 3 TEENAGE DEATHS, AND...
Sep 26, 2003STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ALIGNMENT WAS OFF ON THE VEH...
Feb 22, 2003STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGCONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THE SP...

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