Hyundai Accent tire blowout problems

Filed Mar 10, 2026 · Brakes, Steering · 110,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds on several occasions, the steering wheel seized. No warning light was illuminated. The brakes locked up, causing a tire blowout. The contact stated that the tie rod was replaced. The contact stated that a neighbor assisted with freeing the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that, due to the age of the vehicle, the struts and brake pads should be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Oct 6, 2023 · Electrical · CA

Bought my car in 2021 and had actuators for windows replaced, now in 2023 I need passenger actuator replaced again. My heater is stuck on 4 and continuously blows and cant be turned off. The summer was ok but wasted gas because I had to have the air conditioner on or else eventually nothing but heat will blow out and so its not in my face the air has to blown in "feet" only mode and eventually starts to really burn while I'm driving. No coverage cause its considered "cosmetic" even though the whole panel needs to be replaced not just the knob. My car is also apart of the Hyundai recall #251 but when calling my local dealership they told me I had no remedy for any type of recall so that ment I had no recall. I called Hyundai Customer Service and asked about the notice to dealers, the notice lets dealers know that owners of effected vehicles are eligible for substitute transportation if they do not want to continue driving their car. I let him know what my local dealer told me, and how she didn't even let me know about the recall or the alternate transportation choice that's available to me and he just told me that they know about the recall so they should help just ask for a manager next time. I have my check engine light on now after hearing a ticking noise like other complaints, hot air constantly blowing and now I have to worry that whatever is wrong could also effect the problem that is considered to be likely to cause my car to catch fire! Please let dealers know just cause there's no remedy yet for the recall, please at least let people be aware that they are at risk of having their car catch on fire especially when they call and ask specifically for the information!

Filed Sep 9, 2023 · Brakes, Seat belts · CA

The car was rented by a Turo host with defectuous brakes and worn-out tires. During 3 weeks and 3400 Mi, forward disk brakes produced a thud of metallic grinding without effective braking at each brake. Forward tires were measured 2/32" and 'Replace Tire' marking were noticed on the treads. Rear tires were measured 3/32" and 'Replacement Tire Monitor' marking were noticed on the treads. A rear tire exploded on a straight line, between 55 and 60 Mph, the burst fortunately did not cause any swerve and the vehicle was able to be stopped on a few meters. During the journey, the driver's seat belt sometimes unlocks unexpectelly, even if initial locking has been checked by pulling on the buckle.

Filed May 23, 2019 · Body, Wheels · 51,000 miles · LA

On 5/22/19 the left tire blew out and on the5/23/2019 the rear bumper fell off the interstate. I just leased this used car on the 4/15/19. I went back to the dealer and they refused to help. Dealer stated it's wear and tear. It's only been a month.

Filed Jun 26, 2017 · Tires · 50,000 miles · CA · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 hyundai accent equipped with gt radial tires, tire line champiro uhp 1 (n/a), and tire size 195/50/r16 (n/a). The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle began to slow down. The contact then heard a loud noise and the contact lost control of the vehicle and swerved as the rear passenger tire experienced a blowout. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear passenger side of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact suffered back and neck pain and medical attention was required. A police report was filed. The tire was taken back to the place of purchase where it was diagnosed that the tire did not have wire and was pure rubber, which caused the tire to fail and suffer a blowout. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The tire was a replacement tire. The tires were replaced. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 50,000 and the approximate tire failure mileage was 25. The dot number was not available. Np

Filed Sep 20, 2016 · 6,712 miles · GA

Filing a complaint because I recently had a blowout and its pretty messed up and dangerous that there isn't a spare tire (donut) or any type of tire changing tools supplied in the car other then a bag of first aid supplies and stuff for a flat. Next issue is what good does the stuff do for the flat of you haven't been trained on how to use it? As much as we customers are paying for these cars I'd think and expect some type of spare tire and changing tire tools like other car suppliers. If I can't get that without having to pay extra I may as well cancel my contract. Next I called roadside only to find out that they can't even assist me unless I had a flat tire but not with needing a tire. I had to leave my car unattended, in a dark area, almost had a accident endangering myself and others, call all over the next day , spend bill money I didn't have just to purchase another tire. How inconvenient!!!! I am very disappointed with hyundai ! You'd sale more cars and have more happier customers that way versus trying to save money and gas by not providing one in the cars!!!!

Filed Jun 17, 2016 · Wheels · 16,500 miles · FL

I bought a 2014 hyundai accent with 16,xxx miles on it and after a month of driving the car I noticed a bubble in the side wall. Was told it was not covered under warranty and that "I must have caused the damage" words directly from the hyundai dealership. I have analyzed the tire and there is no sign of hitting anything (pothole, curb, etc) very displeased with these tires and the fact that its $120+ for a tire that should've been recalled.

Filed May 18, 2015 · Tires, Wheels · 10,000 miles · MA

My daughter recently purchased (jan 29 2015) a 2014 hyundai/ accent/ gls, vehicle # [xxx] from haddad of the berkshire haddad hyundai, 689 east street in pittsfield , ma 01201 this vehicle came equipped with 4 kuhmo tires (low profile # [xxx] . We have had to replace two of the original tires the driver left front tire developed a giant bulge in the sidewall (the tire and rim have no indication of scrap on the side ), we also noticed the right rear tire is developing a bulge in the sidewall. I just had the left front drivers tire replaced at the original dealer haddad of the berkshire haddad hyundai, 689 east street in pittsfield , ma 01201 . Upon review with service associate they determined the tires are not faulty and are not covered as warranty. I feel differently about this issue, three problems with tires on a car less than old leaves me wondering about the kumho tires and the tires compatibility and ability to perform on this hyundai accent. Dealers comments" I reviewed your email with [xxx] , our service director and we also spoke to [xxx] at hyundai. This bulging condition on the tires is considered a road hazard which is not covered by warranty. It is caused by pot holes and when they are hit, it breaks the side wall steal belt. This causes the bulge which eventually will pop. The tires are also a lower profile tire. " it appears to me there is a defect with these two tires that bulged out, keep in mind the rims and tires in question have no scraps or dents.. In my opinion the kumho tires / description [xxx] low profile pose a serious hazard to any vehicle that is equipped with them due to the ability to damage under normal operating conditions. If an unsuspecting operator hits a curb or hole these tires can blowout. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 17, 2015 · Wheels · 19,145 miles · CO

The car was sold to us with no spare time. It has an air can system to inflate a tire. This will not work on a blow out. The system is faulty and a safety hazard especially with a blow out on the interstate. The instructions are hard to figure out and having a flat tire is stressful and dangerous enough without having to try and figure out a faulty system.

Filed Nov 14, 2014 · Tires · 105,000 miles · SD

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 hyundai accent equipped with grand prix tour ps tires, size p175/70/r14 (na). The contact stated that the tires were wearing out prematurely. The tires were replaced by the dealer three times within one year. Also, the contact stated that the steering wheel started to shake while driving 60 MPH. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle failure mileage was 105,000 and the tire failure mileage was 55,000.