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2010 Hyundai Accent

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 Accent.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2010 Hyundai Accent is a passenger car equipped with an automatic 4‑speed transmission and an engine that requires 3.5 qt of 5W‑20/5W‑30 API oil, achieving EPA‑rated fuel economy of 27 mpg city, 36 mpg highway and 30 mpg combined. Its only recall is recorded, and the model records 87 total owner complaints. Those complaints place it near the lower end of a complaint history that spans 1991 to 2022, where the highest annual count was 167 in 1995 and the lowest was a single complaint in 1993.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque65-80 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy27/36/30 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 121R · 500 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 121R · 500 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified
Tire sizeN/AOEM · verified
Wheel / rimN/A inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length159.4 in
Overall width66.9 in
Overall height66.9 in
Wheelbase98.4 in
Curb weight2332 lb
Track (front / rear)57.9 / 57.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined27 / 36 / 30 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume92 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Accent of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.7–12.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.70 sec — 2009 GS 3-door Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2009GS 3-door Hatchback 1.6L I-48.70 sec16.60 sec110 hpFWD
2006GLS Sedan 1.6L I-410.20 sec17.40 sec110 hpFWD
2006GLS Sedan 1.6L I-412.50 sec19.00 sec110 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.5 qt of 5W-20 / 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 65-80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0-32.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidHyundai SP-III
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.5
Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil5W-20 · 5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 qt

Engine torques

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings24-26 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts108 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts87-94 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts11-14 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts22-26 ft-lbs
Main Bearings41-44 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug29.0-32.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs6-9 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65-80 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub145-188 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)720 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)100 rpm
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance.64-.86 ohms
Ignition Timing5, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance5 degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.04-1.15 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.73-5.40 oz
Standard BCI Group Number121R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance500 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test14-18 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature190 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)49.0-50.5 psi
Engine Compression185
Engine Oil Pressure15.62 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPMIdle rpm
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket16-23 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle62-69 ft-lbs / 58-71 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0002 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0012 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.393 in / 0.866 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; coolant at 60,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 60,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exhaust System Heat Shield (inspect) · Radiator (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Vacuum Line (inspect)
Every 10,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miFuel Evaporative Canister Filter (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAir Conditioning System (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Disc Brake Caliper (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 37,500 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 52,500 miFuel Filter (replace)
At 60,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Valves (inspect valve lash)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2010 model year arrives during a downward trajectory from the 2008–2009 complaint peak of 101 reports annually, registering 87 complaints—substantially lower than the 152 spike recorded in 2012—while carrying only one recall and zero federal investigations. Relative to its immediate successor, 2010’s complaint volume more than doubles the 37 seen in 2011, yet it maintains lower technical service bulletin exposure at 36 TSBs versus 48 the following year. The data identifies visibility and wiper systems, exterior lighting, and air bags as the primary complaint categories, with four crash-related incidents and zero fire complaints recorded, though the specific root causes remain unspecified. Positioned between the elevated activity of 2008–2009 and the sharp escalation that defines 2012, this year represents a moderate-risk interval with declining federal scrutiny. For buyers prioritizing statistical stability over the subsequent generation's volatility, 2010 offers a comparatively quiet ownership prospect within this model lineage.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
36
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
87
Owner complaints
4 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 87 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Visibility/Wiper10
Exterior Lighting8
Visibility7
Air Bags6
Engine6
Service Brakes5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Air Bags,Service Brakes3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

15V566000Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:SwitchReported 08/09/2015

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A… Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 36 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
DTN DL2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of…
DTN DCS2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety…
25-BD-012H TSB2025-11-05Exterior LightingThis bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated…
24-BD-001H2024-02-14VisibilityThis bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade…
23-EM-005H2023-10-13Engine And Engine CoolingThis bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2010 Accent take?

3.5 qt of 5W-20 OR 5W-30 API SM, per the factory manual.

Does the 2010 Accent have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Accent get?

EPA figures are 27 city / 36 highway / 30 combined mpg.