2011 HYUNDAI AZERA

3 recalls, 35 complaints - 93 TSBs

18V026000 Jan 9, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. Water may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short .
Consequence
An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2018. Owners may call Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this reca... Read more
87,854 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
13V354000 Aug 12, 2013
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect Description
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Sonata vehicles manufactured March 1, 2005, through January 21, 2010; and model year 2006-2011 Azera vehicles manufactured September 27, 2005, through November 22, 2010 originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, ... Read more
Consequence
Control arm separation may suddenly change the rear wheel alignment, affecting the handling of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the crossmember assembly. The recall began on October 8, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Care Center at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall number is 113.
364,502 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
13V113000 Apr 1, 2013
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburo... Read more
Consequence
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead... Read more
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
1,712,336 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company

Complaint Statistics

35 total complaints 4 crashes 3 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
POWER TRAIN10
ENGINE6
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
STEERING4
SERVICE BRAKES3
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 4, 2022
Incident date: May 18, 2022
Sudden unintended acceleration apparently caused by an electronic malfunction of throttle control. There were no warning signs. It is not known if vehicle was inspected by the insurance company.
Crash 1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 4, 2022
Incident date: May 18, 2022
Sudden unintended acceleration apparently caused by an electronic malfunction of throttle control. There were no warning signs. It is not known if vehicle was inspected by the insurance company.
Crash 1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 4, 2022
Incident date: May 18, 2022
Sudden unintended acceleration apparently caused by an electronic malfunction of throttle control. There were no warning signs. It is not known if vehicle was inspected by the insurance company.
Crash 1 injured
ENGINE Sep 26, 2019
Incident date: Sep 19, 2019
ON 9.19.2019 MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE STALLED 3 TIMES WHILE DRIVING. IT STARTED EVERY TIME WITHOUT PROBLEMS, IT DID NOT STALL AGAIN ON THE RETURN TRIP. THE TRIP WAS ABOUT 50 MILES EACH WAY. OVER THE LAST 3 YEARS I HAD ENGINE STARTING PROBLEMS 5 TIMES, MOSTLY ON HOT DAYS AND WHEN ST... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 26, 2019
Incident date: Sep 19, 2019
ON 9.19.2019 MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE STALLED 3 TIMES WHILE DRIVING. IT STARTED EVERY TIME WITHOUT PROBLEMS, IT DID NOT STALL AGAIN ON THE RETURN TRIP. THE TRIP WAS ABOUT 50 MILES EACH WAY. OVER THE LAST 3 YEARS I HAD ENGINE STARTING PROBLEMS 5 TIMES, MOSTLY ON HOT DAYS AND WHEN ST... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 29, 2019
Incident date: Aug 1, 2018
ON THREE (3) DIFFERENT OCCASIONS IN 2018 THE ENGINE OF MY AZERA, WITH A LITTLE OVER 21,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER, SUDDENLY STOPPED ON THE HIGHWAY. I CONTACTED VALLEJO HYUNDAI TO LOOK AT IT AND DO THE NECESSARY REPAIRS BUT I WAS GOING TO BE CHARGED FOR IT AND I REFUSED TO PAY. EVENTUALLY, I ACCEDED T... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Mar 22, 2018
Incident date: Mar 7, 2018
NHTSA CAMPAIGN # 18V-026 SAYS THE AZERA ABS ELECTRONICS CAN COLLECT WATER AND SHORT OUT CAUSING A FIRE WHILE THE CAR IS IN A GARAGE OR NOT BEING USED. BUT FAILURE OF THE ELECTRONICS BECAUSE OF WATER LEAKING INTO THE SYSTEM ALSO AFFECTS THE OPERATION OF THE ABS WHERE IT CANNOT WORK WHEN NEEDED. THE... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jan 25, 2018
Incident date: Jun 1, 2013
2011 AZERA LIMITED. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO IGNITION CUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TRANSMISSION FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED.*JS
ENGINE Dec 11, 2017
Incident date: Nov 29, 2017
CONNECTING ROD BEARING FAILURE AT 42,200 MILES RENDERING VEHICLE IMMOBILE AND PRESENTING A DEFINITE SAFETY HAZZARD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. PLENTY OF ENGINE OIL, PROPER MAINTENANCE TOO. APPEARS TO BE IMPROPER DESIGN AND/OR IMPROPER MANUFACTURING AND ASSEMBLY. MAY BE RELATED TO HYUNDAI SONATA 2.0 AND 2.... Read more
ENGINE Sep 22, 2017
Incident date: Aug 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED, THE STEERING WHEEL AND BRAKES ALSO STOPPED OPERATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BOB BOSS HYUNDAI IN GLEN BURNIE, MD, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE MANUFACT... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 22, 2017
Incident date: Aug 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED, THE STEERING WHEEL AND BRAKES ALSO STOPPED OPERATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BOB BOSS HYUNDAI IN GLEN BURNIE, MD, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE MANUFACT... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 25, 2017
Incident date: Jul 15, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S STARTER FAILED TO START THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE GEAR POSITION INDICATOR WOULD DIS... Read more
ENGINE Jul 25, 2017
Incident date: Jul 15, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S STARTER FAILED TO START THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE GEAR POSITION INDICATOR WOULD DIS... Read more
STEERING Mar 2, 2016
Incident date: Mar 2, 2016
ON 03/02/16 - I WAS DRIVING ON GEORGE 400 EXPRESSWAY AND I SLOWED DOWN TO TAKE AN EXIT AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING MY VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER; THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME STIFF AND THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAME ON. I HAD TO ROLL TO THE SHOULDER AND TURN MY FLASHERS ON. I PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AN... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 2, 2016
Incident date: Mar 2, 2016
ON 03/02/16 - I WAS DRIVING ON GEORGE 400 EXPRESSWAY AND I SLOWED DOWN TO TAKE AN EXIT AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING MY VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER; THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME STIFF AND THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAME ON. I HAD TO ROLL TO THE SHOULDER AND TURN MY FLASHERS ON. I PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AN... Read more
ENGINE Sep 9, 2015
Incident date: Mar 28, 2015
I WAS DRIVING UP TO A BUSY INTERSECTION WHERE THERE WAS A RED LIGHT. I WAS JUST STARTING TO BRAKE WHEN MY STEERING GOT STIFF AND MY CAR WASN'T FOLLOWING THE CURVE OF THE STREET. I LOOKED AT THE DASH AND ALL MY LIGHTS WERE ON. MY CAR HAD TURNED OFF. I DIDN'T KNOW IF I WAS TOO LOW ON GAS BUT THE GAS L... Read more
STEERING Sep 9, 2015
Incident date: Mar 28, 2015
I WAS DRIVING UP TO A BUSY INTERSECTION WHERE THERE WAS A RED LIGHT. I WAS JUST STARTING TO BRAKE WHEN MY STEERING GOT STIFF AND MY CAR WASN'T FOLLOWING THE CURVE OF THE STREET. I LOOKED AT THE DASH AND ALL MY LIGHTS WERE ON. MY CAR HAD TURNED OFF. I DIDN'T KNOW IF I WAS TOO LOW ON GAS BUT THE GAS L... Read more
POWER TRAIN Sep 9, 2015
Incident date: Mar 28, 2015
I WAS DRIVING UP TO A BUSY INTERSECTION WHERE THERE WAS A RED LIGHT. I WAS JUST STARTING TO BRAKE WHEN MY STEERING GOT STIFF AND MY CAR WASN'T FOLLOWING THE CURVE OF THE STREET. I LOOKED AT THE DASH AND ALL MY LIGHTS WERE ON. MY CAR HAD TURNED OFF. I DIDN'T KNOW IF I WAS TOO LOW ON GAS BUT THE GAS L... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 25, 2015
Incident date: Aug 13, 2015
08/25/2015 I WAS TRAVELING 30 MPH, WHILE SLOWING FOR A RED LIGHT THE ENGINE SHUTDOWN WAS ABLE TO RESTART IMMEDIATELY. ONE WEEK LATER WHILE TRAVELI... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 25, 2015
Incident date: Aug 13, 2015
08/25/2015 I WAS TRAVELING 30 MPH, WHILE SLOWING FOR A RED LIGHT THE ENGINE SHUTDOWN WAS ABLE TO RESTART IMMEDIATELY. ONE WEEK LATER WHILE TRAVELI... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 10, 2015
Incident date: Jun 20, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED, VIBRATED, AND FAILED TO SHIFT PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SAME AUTHORIZED DEALER TWICE AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO REPLICATE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MORE THAN TWO OT... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 11, 2014
Incident date: Apr 9, 2014
WHILE TRAVELING ~ 45 MPH AND SLOWING APPROACHING A CURVE AND STOP SIGN, ENGINE SHUTDOWN COMPLETELY LOSING POWER ASSIST FOR STEERING AND BRAKES PLUS ENGINE POWER. STEERED CAR WITHOUT POWER ASSIST AND APPLIED UN-POWERED ASSISTED BRAKES TO STOP SHORT OF STOP SIGN. CAR RESTARTED WITHOUT DIFFICULTY. T... Read more
STEERING Aug 11, 2014
Incident date: Apr 9, 2014
WHILE TRAVELING ~ 45 MPH AND SLOWING APPROACHING A CURVE AND STOP SIGN, ENGINE SHUTDOWN COMPLETELY LOSING POWER ASSIST FOR STEERING AND BRAKES PLUS ENGINE POWER. STEERED CAR WITHOUT POWER ASSIST AND APPLIED UN-POWERED ASSISTED BRAKES TO STOP SHORT OF STOP SIGN. CAR RESTARTED WITHOUT DIFFICULTY. T... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 11, 2014
Incident date: Apr 9, 2014
WHILE TRAVELING ~ 45 MPH AND SLOWING APPROACHING A CURVE AND STOP SIGN, ENGINE SHUTDOWN COMPLETELY LOSING POWER ASSIST FOR STEERING AND BRAKES PLUS ENGINE POWER. STEERED CAR WITHOUT POWER ASSIST AND APPLIED UN-POWERED ASSISTED BRAKES TO STOP SHORT OF STOP SIGN. CAR RESTARTED WITHOUT DIFFICULTY. T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 17, 2014
Incident date: Mar 6, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE CHECK ENGINE, NO KEY, AND BATTERY WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT HE WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AFTER SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEA... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 17, 2012
Incident date: Jun 4, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE FAILURE DID NOT RECUR. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 19,0... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 23, 2012
Incident date: Jun 30, 2012
WHILE IDLING AT A RED LIGHT, CAR STALLED OUT. STARTED RIGHT BACK UP. THEN GOT ONTO PARKWAY AND TRAVELED ABOUT 5 MINUTES ON THE PARKWAY AND SLOWED A BIT TO EXIT ONTO THE RAMP, THEN ACCELERATED TO ABOUT 40-45 TO CONTINUE AND STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT THAT SPEED. WE SLOWED AND PULLED OVER, STOPPED T... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES May 29, 2012
Incident date: Sep 3, 2011
ENGINE STALLS, INTERMITTENTLY WHEN TAKING FOOT OFF ACCELERATOR. TWICE WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, SEVERAL TIMES UNDER 25 MPH WHILE SLOWING DOWN FOR A TURN OR STOP SIGN. LOSES POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. NORMALLY CAR ACTS FINE BUT ABOUT ONCE A MONTH (MORE FREQUENTLY NOW) CAR WILL HAVE A BAD DA... Read more
STEERING May 29, 2012
Incident date: Sep 3, 2011
ENGINE STALLS, INTERMITTENTLY WHEN TAKING FOOT OFF ACCELERATOR. TWICE WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, SEVERAL TIMES UNDER 25 MPH WHILE SLOWING DOWN FOR A TURN OR STOP SIGN. LOSES POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. NORMALLY CAR ACTS FINE BUT ABOUT ONCE A MONTH (MORE FREQUENTLY NOW) CAR WILL HAVE A BAD DA... Read more
ENGINE May 29, 2012
Incident date: Sep 3, 2011
ENGINE STALLS, INTERMITTENTLY WHEN TAKING FOOT OFF ACCELERATOR. TWICE WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, SEVERAL TIMES UNDER 25 MPH WHILE SLOWING DOWN FOR A TURN OR STOP SIGN. LOSES POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. NORMALLY CAR ACTS FINE BUT ABOUT ONCE A MONTH (MORE FREQUENTLY NOW) CAR WILL HAVE A BAD DA... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 12, 2012
Incident date: Mar 9, 2012
ON FRIDAY I CRANKED UP VEHICLE LEAVING WORK . PUT IN DRIVEN VEHICEL MADE SOUND AS IF TRANSMISSION JERKING. CONTINUED TO DRIVE AND VEHICLE ACTED FINE. WHILE DRIVING ON A WET THREE LANE HIGH WAY AT 50MPH THE CAR SHUT OFF ON ME. I MANAGED TO PULL OVER WITH MY EMERGENCY FALSHERS PUT IN PARK AND RESTART... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Mar 12, 2012
Incident date: Mar 9, 2012
ON FRIDAY I CRANKED UP VEHICLE LEAVING WORK . PUT IN DRIVEN VEHICEL MADE SOUND AS IF TRANSMISSION JERKING. CONTINUED TO DRIVE AND VEHICLE ACTED FINE. WHILE DRIVING ON A WET THREE LANE HIGH WAY AT 50MPH THE CAR SHUT OFF ON ME. I MANAGED TO PULL OVER WITH MY EMERGENCY FALSHERS PUT IN PARK AND RESTART... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Feb 25, 2012
Incident date: Feb 23, 2012
BRAKES DID NOT WORK WHILE I WAS TRYING TO SLOW DOWN. AFTER GOT AN ACCIDENT I CHECKED MY CAR IN TOW YIELD THEY SAID THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH A FRONT TIRE AND THEY ALSO SAID IT IS 99% MANUFACTURER FAULT. THE BRAKE SHOULD NOT BE BROKEN WITH ANY DAMAGE HOWEVER IT BROKEN ALREADY. I DROVE ONLY A YEAR. I DO... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 23, 2011
Incident date: May 5, 2011
THIS IS A NEW CAR AND THE INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN PRESENT FROM THE BEGINNING. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS AT SLOW SPEED OR WHEN MOVING FROM BEING STOPPED, OR IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, THE CAR WILL NOT RESPOND WHEN THE GAS PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. THE SENSATION IS THAT THE CAR HAS STALLED. AFTER A MOMENT, OR SEVER... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 23, 2011
Incident date: May 5, 2011
THIS IS A NEW CAR AND THE INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN PRESENT FROM THE BEGINNING. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS AT SLOW SPEED OR WHEN MOVING FROM BEING STOPPED, OR IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, THE CAR WILL NOT RESPOND WHEN THE GAS PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. THE SENSATION IS THAT THE CAR HAS STALLED. AFTER A MOMENT, OR SEVER... Read more

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA

2011 Hyundai Azera 4 DR FWD

CategoryRating
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 10.7%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningNo
Lane Departure WarningNo

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
3.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 20.0 27.0 22.0 Regular $2,850
3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 19.0 27.0 22.0 Regular $2,850

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Large Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA

93 manufacturer communications from 65 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT21
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION13
100000 POWER TRAIN11
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY8
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING4
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR3
190000 TIRES3
24-AT-002H Apr 9, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and replace, if necessary, an automatic transmission with Incorrect Ratio DTC (transmission clutch slip in gear above limit) listed on Page 2.
24-BD-001H Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
24-BD-001H Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
23-EM-005H Oct 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
23-BD-007H Apr 24, 2023
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can becom
23-BD-002H Jan 30, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th
22-EM-010H Jul 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
22-GI-006H Jul 14, 2022
190000 TIRES
Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale
21-EM-004H Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-EM-004H Mar 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-BR-002H Mar 23, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H Mar 23, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H Mar 23, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-EM-003H Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
21-EM-003H Mar 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
20-BR-002H Nov 30, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
20-SS-004H Nov 19, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-SS-004H Nov 19, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-BD-014H Jul 14, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H Jul 14, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H Jul 14, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-AT-017H May 21, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with the following symptoms and DTC, follow the Service Procedure on Page 4. i?? Check Engine light on i?? DTC P0880/P088000 - TCM Power signal error open/short i?? Transmission stuck in 4th ge
20-SS-002H(1) May 6, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-SS-002H(1) May 6, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-BD-007H-1 May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
20-EE-003H Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
20-EE-003H Apr 23, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
20-AT-016H Apr 17, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H Apr 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H Apr 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-014H Apr 9, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
20-AT-014H Apr 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
20-AT-014H Apr 9, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
20-AT-011H Mar 25, 2020
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
20-BD-007H Mar 23, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
20-AT-008H Feb 20, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
20-AT-008H Feb 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
20-AT-008H Feb 20, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
20-AT-008H Feb 20, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a a??Check Enginea?? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
20-SS-001H Feb 5, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
20-BE-001H Jan 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bullet
20-AT-001H Jan 2, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear).
19-AT-021H-1 Dec 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. If the vehicle fails the stall te
19-AT-021H-1 Dec 17, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. If the vehicle fails the stall te
19-AT-024H Nov 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
If you are servicing a vehicle with the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition. ? Diagnostic trouble codes: ?P0705 - Range switch sensor circuit ?P0706 - Range switch range/performance ?P07
19-BE-011H-1 Nov 4, 2019
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
19-BE-011H-1 Nov 4, 2019
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
19-GI-006H Oct 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and m
19-AT-015H Aug 12, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ?Check Engine? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness
19-AT-015H Aug 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ?Check Engine? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness
19-AT-015H Aug 12, 2019
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ?Check Engine? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness
19-AT-012H Jun 4, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear).
19-FL-003H Apr 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b
19-FL-003H Apr 15, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b
5NP-F6W6P-05 Apr 30, 2018
102650 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS
The shift lever on some 6-speed vehicles may intermittently not shift out of Park. This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to correct this condition.
5NP-F6W6P-05 Apr 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
The shift lever on some 6-speed vehicles may intermittently not shift out of Park. This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to correct this condition.
5NP-F6W6P-05 Apr 30, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
The shift lever on some 6-speed vehicles may intermittently not shift out of Park. This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to correct this condition.
5NP-P5L7D-05 Apr 6, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
If you are servicing a vehicle with a harsh and/or delayed shift, use the GDS as shown in the Service Procedure to measure shift engagement time.
5NP-P5L7D-05 Apr 6, 2018
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
If you are servicing a vehicle with a harsh and/or delayed shift, use the GDS as shown in the Service Procedure to measure shift engagement time.
5NP-Z6F3A-11 Oct 4, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Before installing an automatic transmission, check the depth of the torque converter in the case to confirm the torque converter is fully installed in the transmission. If this is not done, the oil pump may be damaged.
5NP-V3F8T-09 Aug 3, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
If you are servicing a vehicle with the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition. ? Diagnostic trouble codes: ? P0705 - Range switch sensor circuit ? P0706 - Range switch range/performance
5NP-B6E2P-10 Aug 9, 2016
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM
5NP-B6E2P-10 Aug 9, 2016
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM
5NP-Q7S7E-09 Aug 2, 2016
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
THE SHIFT LEVER ON SOME 6-SPEED VEHICLES MAY INTERMITTENTLY NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION.
5NP-E2D7G-09 Apr 18, 2016
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. THE ATF LEVEL MUST BE CHECKED BY THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE.
16-AT-004 Apr 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (6-SPEED) ATM FLUID LEVEL CHECK Description: The following vehicles are equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The ATF level must be checked by the following procedure: NOTICE Use only ATF meeting the S
14-AT-013 Aug 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
14-AT-012 Jul 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
14-AT-010 Jun 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
14-01-019 May 1, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
REAR LOWER CONTROL ARMS NEEDS REPLACING ON SONATA, (HYBRID,AZERA) VEHICLES. *LJ
14-AT-003 Feb 1, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TSB-12-AT-022-1 Oct 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: DUE TO AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OPERATING INHIBITOR SWITCH (RANGE SWITCH), ON SOME VEHICLES, RESULTED IN RANGE SWITCH SENSOR CIRCUIT (P0705), OPEN CIRCUIT (P0707), SWITCH RANGE/PERFORMANCE (P0706), SHORT CIRCUIT OR MUL
TSB-12-AT-022-1 Oct 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
HYUNDAI: DUE TO AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OPERATING INHIBITOR SWITCH (RANGE SWITCH), ON SOME VEHICLES, RESULTED IN RANGE SWITCH SENSOR CIRCUIT (P0705), OPEN CIRCUIT (P0707), SWITCH RANGE/PERFORMANCE (P0706), SHORT CIRCUIT OR MUL
13-AT-014-1 Oct 1, 2013
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
13-AT-012-2 Oct 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
13-AT-012-1 Sep 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
13-AT-014 Jul 1, 2013
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
13-AT-012 Jul 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
13-AT-009 May 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TSB-13-AT-008 Apr 1, 2013
113100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
HYUNDAI: INFORMATION HAS BEEN PROVIDED REGARDING PROCEDURE IN REPAIRING AND REPLACING RELATED PART TO TRANSMISSION SOLENOID DTC FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES. MODELS 2010-2013 TUCSON, SANTA FE, 2011-2013 SONATA, ELANTRA, AZERA, 2012-2013 ACCENT, 2
TSB-13-AT-008 Apr 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: INFORMATION HAS BEEN PROVIDED REGARDING PROCEDURE IN REPAIRING AND REPLACING RELATED PART TO TRANSMISSION SOLENOID DTC FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES. MODELS 2010-2013 TUCSON, SANTA FE, 2011-2013 SONATA, ELANTRA, AZERA, 2012-2013 ACCENT, 2
13-AT-006 Mar 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
13-AT-001 Jan 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
12-AT-016-1 Nov 1, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
12-AT-021-1 Nov 1, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
12-AT-009-4 Nov 1, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
12-AT-022-1 Oct 1, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
12-AT-009-2 May 1, 2012
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: ATM INPUT AND OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR DTC P0717, P0721 AND P0722. DO NOT REPLACE TRANSMISSION FOR THE DTC. INSTEAD, FOLLOW THE REPAIR PROCEDURE AND REPLACE THE RELATED PART. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL AZERA MODEL YEAR 2012. *JS
12-AT-012 Mar 1, 2012
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE HARSH AND/OR DELAYED SHIFT- GDS ANALYSIS. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL ELANTRA MODEL YEAR 2013. *JS
TSB-11-AT-009 Apr 1, 2011
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: OPERATION OF THE TRANSMISSION SOLENOID MAY LEAD TO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, TRANSAXLE HELD IN 4TH GEAR SAFE, AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *RM
TSB-10AT003-1 Dec 1, 2010
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SOLENOID DTC P0741, P0743, P0748, P0753, P0758, P0763, P0768, P0773 AND P2709. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSMISSION SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE HELD I
TSB-10-GI-001 Apr 1, 2010
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
HYUNDAI: LABEL REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLE LOADING TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 110. EFFECTIVE 6/2/08, FMVSS 110 (FMVSS 110) SETS A THRESHOLD FOR CORRECTING LOAD CAPACITY INFORMATION INDICATED ON TIRE PLACARDS WHEN VEHICLE WEIGHT HAS BEEN INCREASED
TSB-10-AT-006 Mar 1, 2010
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: A 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE WITH A HARSH AND/OR DELAYED SHIFT; GDS ANALYSIS. *PE

NHTSA Safety Investigations, HYUNDAI AZERA

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE13007 Opened: Mar 25, 2013 , Closed: Aug 20, 2013
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2006
Rear Control Arm Failure
In a letter dated August 9, 2013, Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center, Inc. (Hyundai) notified NHTSA that Hyundaiis conducting a safety recall (13V-354) involving approximately 239,000 vehicles involving model year (MY) 2006 through 2010 Hyundai Sonata vehicles (approximately 215,000)produced begin... Read more

HYUNDAI AZERA - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI AZERA across all model years (2005, 2017).

42 Total Recalls
993 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
59 Reported Crashes
23 Reported Fires
3 Reported Deaths

HYUNDAI AZERA - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2017 1 16 View
2016 1 18 View
2015 1 17 View
2014 1 60 View
2013 2 149 View
2012 2 82 View
2011 (current) 3 35
2010 3 11 View
2009 5 36 View
2008 7 101 View
2007 9 188 View
2006 6 280 View
2005 1 0 View

Other HYUNDAI Models

Model Recalls Complaints
SONATA 184 21,863 View
SANTA FE 153 9,962 View
ELANTRA 133 11,853 View
PALISADE 124 2,704 View
TUCSON 95 8,074 View
SONATA HYBRID 67 1,129 View
IONIQ 5 66 1,865 View
ACCENT 64 2,745 View