I have to check my oil every other day. For some reason my car is sucking up all the oil and I don’t believe I should be putting oil in it every other day.
2018 hyundai Accent engine problems
severe 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled, with the check engine and the low oil warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 144,801. The …
ACCELERATOR PEDAL THAT IS TOO SENSITIVE. WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND I START TO ACCELERATE FROM STATIONARY, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAS AN INITIAL SURGE IN POWER THAT WAS NOT INTENDED BY USER INPUT. THIS COULD CAUSE THE CAR TO BE OUT OF THE USERS CONTROL MOMENTARILY AND COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT ALLOW FOR THIS ISSUE. I HAVE RUN SOME DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS ON THIS VEHICLE AND CAN CO…
DEALER: COCONUT CREEK AUTO MALL 4960 NORTH STATE RD, COCONUT CREEK, FL 33073. I --PURCHASED A NEW 2018 HYUNDAI ACCENT ON MARCH 15TH, THE CAR'S MOTOR AFTER SEVERAL HOURS STARTED JERKING WHEN THE CAR CAME TO A STOP, THE REVOLUTION NEEDLED STARTED SPIKING. THE CAR STARTED TO SHAKE. - I RETURNED THE MARCH 15TH CAR (1ST CAR)BACK TO THE DEALER, THEY GAVE ME ANOTHER (2ND) NEW HYUNDAI ACCENT 2018. WE …
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION = ENGINE FAILURE + NO WARRANTY HONORER
My 2018 Hyundai Accent had to recalls when purchased with a auto loan January 2021, In June 2021 the vehicle caught fire and exploded in the motion. Vehicle had been serviced for brake rear drums, 2 diagnostics before June. Fire department ruled fire as electrical.
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2018 hyundai Accent?
It's a meaningful issue. 6 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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