NHTSA Complaint #11540380 — 2016 HYUNDAI ACCENT

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11540380
Vehicle	2016 HYUNDAI ACCENT
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	August 1, 2023
Date Filed	August 23, 2023
Mileage	116,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NC

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard a loud knocking sound coming from underneath the hood. An unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.

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