Four problems related to transmission failure have been reported for the 1996 Hyundai Accent. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Manual transmission fails to shift into 2nd gear, 4th gear, or reverse. (into any of the down shifting positions) there seems to be no pattern to predict when this problem will appear. I've experienced problems on surface streets, freeways, and when just starting the car or mid trip.
Transmission failures continually experienced since ownership. Mjs.
Transmission failed, won't go above 20 mph.
The transmission failed, causing the gears to shift inadvertently.