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Hyundai Accent warranty claim denied?
285 manufacturer communications on file
4 warranty extensions / campaigns 1991–2022 model years covered
If Hyundai or your dealer recently denied a warranty claim on your Accent, you're not alone, and the denial may not be the final word. Hyundai has filed 285 manufacturer communications with NHTSA covering the Accent lineup (model years 1991–2022), including 4 formal warranty extensions or service campaigns. These documented issues include airbag control unit (ACU) diagnostic trouble codes on 2018–2020 model year vehicles, an inoperable horn condition tied to internal contact corrosion on 2018–2019 models, and transmission control unit (TCU) warning lights on 2020–2021 models. When a manufacturer has already acknowledged a defect pattern through a bulletin or extension, that documentation can sometimes be used to challenge a dealer's denial, particularly when your symptoms match a known issue. Denials are frequently based on incomplete diagnostic review or a narrow reading of warranty terms, and many are reversible when the right paperwork and technical bulletins are brought forward. ClaimRight offers a free, no-obligation assessment to review your denial letter, repair history, and the applicable bulletins for your specific Accent model year. This review simply clarifies what options may be available to you, with no cost unless we help resolve your claim.
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What Hyundai has documented for the Accent
Filed with NHTSA by the manufacturer. Warranty extensions are the strongest signal — the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and extending coverage for it.
2024-11-26 · TXXQ OL
Warranty extension Certain 2018 – 2019 model year Accent and certain 2016 – 2017 model year Tucson vehicles may display various Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) related to the Airbag Control Unit (ACU)...
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2024-10-17 · 24-BE-014H DBP
Warranty extension Certain 2018-2020MY Accent (HC) and 2016-2018MY Tucson (TL) vehicles may experience inoperable Airbag Control Unit (ACU) and have Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the ECM. H...
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2024-10-17 · 24-BE-014H TSB
Warranty extension Certain 2018-2019MY Accent (HC) and 2016-2017MY Tucson (TL) vehicles may experience inoperable Airbag Control Unit (ACU) and have Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the ECM. H...
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2023-07-20 · 23-BE-008H
Warranty extension Certain 2018-2019MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an inoperable horn that may be caused by internal contact alignment and corrosion. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverag...
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2024-05-10 · 24-01-009H-1
A class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (“HMA”) that had alleged that certain 2011 – 2022 model year Hyundai vehicles that were not equipped with an engine immobilizer (ca...
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2024-04-09 · 24-AT-002H
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and replace, if necessary, an automatic transmission with Incorrect Ratio DTC (transmission clutch slip in gear above limit) listed on Pag...
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2024-02-23 · 24-01-018H
Certain 2020-2021MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an illuminated warning light due to the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below: ⢠TCU DTC Codes: P0730, P0...
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2024-02-21 · 24-01-014H
Certain 2020-2021MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an illuminated warning light due to the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below: ⢠TCU DTC Codes: P0730, P0...
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2024-02-14 · 24-BD-001H
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is...
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2024-02-12 · 24-01-009H
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-thef...
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2024-01-22 · 23-01-014H-6
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-thef...
Official NHTSA document →
2024-01-22 · 24-01-007H
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer. This bulletin provides the service procedure to install a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and insta...
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2023-12-19 · 23-01-092H-1
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer. This bulletin provides the service procedure to install a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and insta...
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2023-10-26 · 23-01-014H-5
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), in response t...
Official NHTSA document →
2023-10-26 · 23-01-055H-1
Hyundai Motor America is offering steering wheel locks to owners of certain 2011 â 2017MY vehicles that are not eligible for Service Campaign 993 anti-theft software. This bullet...
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2023-10-13 · 23-EM-005H
This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
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2023-08-23 · 23-AT-010H
Certain vehicles equipped with the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) may experience a check engine light or malfunction indicator light due to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)...
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2023-08-17 · 23-BE-010H
Some models from service campaign 993 (IBU/BCM Software Update and Decals Application) equipped with the Hyundai OEM remote start system may exhibit the horn honking when remote st...
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2023-07-27 · 23-01-058H
In certain areas, a vehicleâs underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a preventative measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbo...
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2023-06-15 · 23-01-055H
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), in response t...
Official NHTSA document →
2023-05-12 · 23-01-014H-4
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer. This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control Mod...
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2023-04-24 · 23-BD-007H
Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain...
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2023-04-06 · 23-01-014H-3
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer. This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control Mod...
Official NHTSA document →
2023-01-30 · 23-BD-002H
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This...
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2022-10-20 · 22-BE-007H
Certain 2022MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an inoperative horn due to an open circuit inside the clock spring caused by a malfunctioning horn relay. This bulletin provides...
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