2000 Hyundai Accent GLS review from North America

The paint on the front bumper has begun to flake off (the paint warranty ran out at 36,000 miles).

The transmission was skipping badly due to a faulty setting in the car's computer. This was fixed by the dealer under warranty.

The oil dipstick tube rusted completely through and allowed oil to spray onto my engine. This was fixed under warranty.

The entire engine and underbody of this car is rusting very badly.

The inside of the brake rotors are completely filled with rust, and will need to be replaced.

The spark plugs and wires needed to be replaced. This is normal maintenance for the plugs, but unusual for the wires.

I don't know what to think about all of this rusting. No one can give me an explanation for this. I do no unusual driving, and the winters in Ohio (were I live) are not that bad. I have never had a rusting problem with another car, so I am certain it is not something I have caused.

I am curious whether any other Hyundai owners are having this same problem. It is becoming quite a hassle to deal with the problems the rusting is causing.

In addition, the regular maintenance schedule is frequent. For example, I was required to have my transmission and coolant fluids changed at 30,000 miles (and spark plugs replaced) to maintain my warranty.

I have otherwise had a good experience with this car.