Vehicle stalls without prior warning. Dealership is aware of problem.
1997 Hyundai Accent engine problems
15 complaints (27% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 27%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Engine: gasoline9
- Engine3
- Exhaust system2
- Exhaust system: emission control1
- Cooling system1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Hyundai Accent engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Hyundai Accent engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1997 Hyundai Accent owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving 55mph the vehicle stalled out and died without warning. Dealer has been notified. Please provide additional information.
No summary listed for abov evehicle.
For the pc system problem, I had noticed that the pc valve was leaking oil around it, so I replaced the component on may 12,2000. By december, I noticed that the car had some sort of problem with a noted drop in performance and fuel economy. So I decided, before bringing the car in for maintenance, to visually check the fluids, and wear components. I ended up finding sludge in the engine, created by water in the oil. When dodge/hyundai of paramus checked-out the car they told me the problem was a clogged pc system and it was not covered by any warrany, so I paid for the work. For the transmission problem I noticed that it was leaking, and when the dealer in paramus checked-out the problem, they told me that someone had over-torqued the oil pan, blowing out the gasket. They told me that the problem should be warranteed by altman in n.charleston, since they did the 30k check-up. When I informed altman, they told me that paramus should have done the work as warranteed. So, mike at altman told me I would receive a refund, but I never did, and mike doen't work there anymore, and no one else knows anything. I talked to hyun. Motor amer. Cust. Service, and I am currently waiting for a call back. What I want to know is if either of these is covered by warranty, and if so what then?
Water pump and head gasket blewout. Dealership was aware of problem.
On or about march 4, 2000, the subject vehicle was involved in an auto accident, at which time the driver rear ended another vehicle driving at approximately 30-35 MPH. Both the passenger side and driver side airbags failed to deploy. Soon thereafter, the engine light became illuminated. After taking to farrish in manassas, virginia, it was reported that the computer indicated that I the engine was out of time. The timing belt was replaced and did not cure the problem. I was then told I needed a tune-up, which was substantially done and did not cure the problem, which leads to my belief that there is a major problem with the emissions control system. The car now heats and gets hot to the touch at the floor board. The manufacturer has been contacted and has failed to inspect the vehicle. I plan tomorrow to revoke my acceptance of the vehicle.
Engine is defective and has been replaced on 3 different occassions under warranty. Also, all four windows have fallen onto the doors. Windows have been repaired on 4 different occasions.
Car lot has already replaced o2 sensor twice, engine check light still comes on.
When turning the key in the ignition engine does not turn over. Dealer has replaced starter/ computer an d crankshaft, but problem still exists.
Automatic front seat belts would not release after being locked. Also, clutch fell out while driving 55 MPH. Vehicle lost control. Engine lifters also went out.
Questions about the 1997 Hyundai Accent engine
Does the 1997 Hyundai Accent have engine problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the engine of the 1997 Hyundai Accent, 27% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1997 Hyundai Accent engine problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Hyundai Accent engine?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Hyundai Accent have bad engine?
The Hyundai Accent model years with the most engine complaints are 2012 (39 complaints), 2013 (35 complaints) and 2016 (33 complaints).
Other 1997 Hyundai Accent problems
Transmission 13Airbags 11Suspension 7Electrical 6Brakes 4Fuel system 3Steering 2Visibility 2Acceleration 1Body 1Lights 1Locks 1Seat belts 1Tires 1
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