Two problems related to clutch have been reported for the 2002 Hyundai Accent. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Hyundai Accent based on all problems reported for the 2002 Accent.
While driving 55 mph, suddenly there was a popping noise from the front end of the vehicle. When this occurred the vehicle jerk forward and the motor locked up. This almost resulted in the vehicle flipping over. The clutch had blown up, which caused the motor to lock up. The cause of the clutch blowing up is undetermined.
Horn has broken 3 times in the last 7 months. Clutch went at 11,000 miles. Windshield wipers broke at 11,000 miles. Rear brakes need to be taken apart and cleaned because of excessive dirt/road material getting into brakes. Gas mileage poor since 9,000 miles.