2021 Hyundai Accent TSBs
47 Technical Service Bulletins across 9 categories
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Engine
23 bulletinsUpon customer's request ONLY, the Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 25-01-089H provides the service procedure for...
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installation of a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and two anti-theft decals on the front windows. This repair procedure is being provided in addition to the previous Anti-Theft software provided under Service Campaign 993 (TSB 24-01-009H-1).
In addition to the Anti-Theft software provided under Service Campaign 993 (TSB 24-01-009H-1), a zinc reinforced...
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ignition cylinder protector hardware upgrade is being made available to customers upon request. This supplemental security measure is to be installed at the ignition switch location and provides additional protection against the social media theft method. Vehicles not equipped with an immobilizer during production at the factory are eligible. The repair procedure shall be performed and claimed upon customer request only. Any future repairs to these vehicles in which an installed ignition cylinder protector impacts required parts and/or labor, shall be covered by HMA. Please see TSB 25-01-089H for details.
This bulletin provides the service procedure for installation of a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and two...
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anti-theft decals on the front windows.
In response to this trend, we engineered a software upgrade that addresses the social media theft method and made it...
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available to owners of eligible models free of charge at authorized Hyundai dealers since early 2023. In addition to the anti-theft software, weve developed a new zinc-reinforced ignition cylinder protector hardware upgrade that can be installed at the ignition cylinder location to provide additional protection against the social media theft method. Because your Hyundai vehicle with the VIN listed above (Subject Vehicle) was not factory-equipped with an engine immobilizer and was previously eligible for the software upgrade, you are now eligible until March 31, 2027 to have the ignition cylinder protector installed if you request it at no cost to you through an authorized Hyundai dealership.
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear...
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combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.
A class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (HMA) that had alleged that certain 2011 2022 model year Hyundai...
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vehicles that were not equipped with an engine immobilizer (called the Class Vehicles) contain design flaws, including the failure to manufacture the Class Vehicles with an anti-theft device called an engine immobilizer, that make them susceptible to theft and damage. Class Vehicles manufactured without an engine immobilizer have traditional turn-key-to-start ignition systems.
A class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (HMA) that had alleged that certain 2011 2022 model year Hyundai...
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vehicles that were not equipped with an engine immobilizer (called the Class Vehicles) contain design flaws, including the failure to manufacture the Class Vehicles with an anti-theft device called an engine immobilizer, that make them susceptible to theft and damage. Class Vehicles manufactured without an engine immobilizer have traditional turn-key-to-start ignition systems.
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an...
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anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. Campaign 9A8 has also been released to provide a revised software update to certain 2018 model year Elantra vehicles. For certain vehicles that cannot be upgraded with the software under Campaign 993, Hyundai is offering customers an anti-theft ignition cylinder protector to be installed on their vehicle. This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock anti-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealerships.
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an...
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anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be upgraded with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers an anti-theft ignition cylinder protector to be installed on their vehicle. This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock anti-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealers.
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an...
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anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be upgraded with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers steering wheel locks at the dealer (Campaign P32). This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock ant-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealers.
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an...
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anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be upgraded with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers steering wheel locks at the dealer (Campaign P32). This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock ant-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealers.
This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an...
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anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be updated with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers steering wheel locks at the dealer (Campaign P32). This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock ant-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealers.
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an...
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anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be updated with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers steering wheel locks at the dealer (Campaign P32). This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock ant-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealers.
Certain vehicles equipped with the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) may experience a check engine light or...
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malfunction indicator light due to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below. This bulletin provides information on replacing the oil pressure sensor to remedy these DTCs, rather than replacing the entire IVT assembly.
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an...
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anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be updated with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers steering wheel locks at the dealer (Campaign P32). This Dealer Best Practices Guide provides information to assist dealership personnel with customer questions relating to the immobilizer software upgrade, window decals and steering wheel lock ant-theft solutions available from HMA through Hyundai dealers.
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an...
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anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. For certain vehicles that cannot be updated with the software (Campaign 993), Hyundai is offering customers steering wheel locks at the dealer (Campaign P32).
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993) in response to an increase...
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in thefts of certain Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. In November 2021, engine immobilizers became standard on all Hyundai vehicles produced.
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear...
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combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.
Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting...
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load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. This limit is the lesser of 1.5% of GVWR or 100 pounds. If the total added weight exceeds the lesser of the limit, a label must be added to the driver-side B-pillar within 25mm (1 inch) of the original tire placard.
Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake...
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system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing.
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Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps.
This bulletin describes the procedure to update the MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) ECU for loss of steering assist when the engine is started.
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DTCs C125901, Steering Angle Sensor Fail and C111201, Sensor Supply Voltage Error are set when this occurs.
Electrical
10 bulletinsThis bulletin provides the service procedure to: 1) Upgrade the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control...
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Module) to revise the OEM Hyundai burglar alarm system operation and ignition start logic and 2) Install two anti-theft decals for the front windows. Additional decals may also be installed in the rear windows at customers discretion.
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer.
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This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control Module), to revise the OEM Hyundai burglar alarm system operation and ignition start logic, and installation of two anti-theft decals for the front windows.
Some models from service campaign 993 (IBU/BCM Software Update and Decals Application) equipped with the Hyundai OEM...
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remote start system may exhibit the horn honking when remote starting the vehicle after receiving the software update. This bulletin provides the procedure to update the remote start module to eliminate the horn honking during remote start operation.
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer.
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This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control Module), to revise the OEM Hyundai burglar alarm system operation and ignition start logic, and installation of two anti-theft decals for the front windows.
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer.
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This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control Module), to revise the OEM Hyundai burglar alarm system operation and ignition start logic, and installation of two anti-theft decals for the front windows.
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer.
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This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control Module), to revise the OEM Hyundai burglar alarm system operation and ignition start logic, and installation of two anti-theft decals for the front windows.
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer.
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This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control Module), to revise the OEM Hyundai burglar alarm system operation and ignition start logic, and installation of two anti-theft decals for the front windows.
Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer.
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This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control Module), to revise the OEM Hyundai burglar alarm system operation and ignition start logic, and installation of two anti-theft decals for the front windows.
This bulletin provides information related to the ECU software upgrade for improvement of ECU Mileage calculation...
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internal error (OBD Compliance).
If a vehicle arrives at the dealership with the symptoms below, follow the procedures outlined in this bulletin to...
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ensure that the shipping fuse is completely seated in the junction box. TPMS Lamp ON Trunk Open Warning Lamp ON while trunk is closed Master Warning Mode Lamp ON Interior lights inoperative Audio system inoperative
Transmission
5 bulletinsCertain 2020-2021MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an illuminated warning light due to the following Diagnostic...
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Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below: TCU DTC Codes: P0730, P0731, P0741, P0867, P1603 Follow the procedure in TSB 24-01-018H (or latest version) to perform the TCU update, and, if necessary, replace the IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) to resolve this condition.
Certain Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an illuminated warning light due to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below.
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Perform the TCU update, and, if necessary, replace the IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) to resolve this condition.
Certain 2020-2021MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an illuminated warning light due to the following Diagnostic...
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Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below: TCU DTC Codes: P0730, P0731, P0741, P0867, P1603 Follow the procedure in TSB 24-01-018H (or latest version) to perform the TCU update, and, if necessary, replace the IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) to resolve this condition.
Certain 20-21MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an illuminated warning light due to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below.
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Perform the TCU update, and, if necessary, replace the IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) to resolve this condition.
Certain 20-21MY Accent (HC) vehicles may experience an illuminated warning light due to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) listed below.
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Perform the TCU update, and, if necessary, replace the IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) to resolve this condition.
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
2 bulletinsSome vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions.
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This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizons communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reestablish the connection via the AVN pinhole reset method.
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
Body & Paint
2 bulletinsHyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships.
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It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. These spots are the result of moisture trapped between the PPF and the paint.
The trunk latch base can be ordered separately from the trunk latch assembly.
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This bulletin describes the procedure to replace the trunk latch base.
Brakes
2 bulletinsThis bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
Suspension
1 bulletinThis bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models.
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If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side of the wiper blade, which could lead to poor wiping performance and/or possible scratching of the windshield glass. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to properly remove the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all new wiper blades.
Infotainment
1 bulletinWhen using Wireless CarPlay, the system may intermittently auto disconnect.
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When Wireless CarPlay is disconnected, a pop up message Phone Not Responding. Please reconnect it and try again will appear on the radio screen.
Tires & Wheels
1 bulletinThis bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance.
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For all wheel/tire balance claims, the Tire Balance Data Sheet must be fully completed including imbalance and Road Force Variation (RFV) data. The Data Sheet can be found at the end of this bulletin.