KnownCarProblems2013 Hyundai Azera Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 112 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Hyundai Azera, most often about the steering (30% of complaints, typically around 61,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about Azera model year since 2000 and has 2 recalls.
⚠ Safety advisory1 recall for this car came with a park-outside warning. See below and check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Most common 2013 Hyundai Azera problems
Steering
33 complaints · 30%Half of these problems showed up before 61,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a clicking sound in the steering wheel while turning to the left or the right. The contact stated that the longer the vehicle was driven, the louder the sound got. The contact took the vehicle to a certified…
The steering column and wheel had a lot of play that got progressively worse. I had a spot that would " pop" when you turn it left or right. That also progressively worsened to the point that I would get a loud clunking noise when I turn the wheel or hit even the slightest bump on the road. I found a lot of similar…
Brakes
24 complaints · 21%Half of these problems showed up before 94,000 miles. Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip.
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow the vehicle, the brakes made an abnormal squeaking sound. After a visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed that the brake fluid reservoir was low. Upon refilling the brake…
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal buzzing sound coming from the engine compartment. Upon turning off the vehicle, the contact observed that the buzzing sound continued, prompting him to disconnect the battery, after which the…
Engine
20 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 70,000 miles.
This vehicle had been same issues from very beginning after purchased yr 2013. Shaking entire vhehcle every morning and exhaust furnes so I took sevices severial times on dealer shop on pharr,texas. Nothing changed and nothing improved they just mentioned it came from original engine design and typical problems but…
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while at a stop light, the vehicle delayed while accelerating, and the contact heard a knocking noise coming from the vehicle. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer…
Air bags
18 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 83,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. While driving 15 MPH, the passenger side air bag warning indicator illuminated, which was a safety concern. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and found diagnostic trouble code: 1346 (no resistance to air bag). The mechanic advised the…
Steering wheel: the steering wheel shakes vigorously when driving on the highway going past 60. Also, big clunking sound when turning the wheel. Feels like steering wheel will fall off. Had a similar issue with my sonata. There was a recall on the sonata on this to replace the steering coupling. Airbag light stays on…
Electrical
14 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 27,000 miles.
Engine will not start on an intermittently. Push brake and start button and only a soft buzzing/click noise under hood. Has happened 4 times in last 3 days. After 3-5 tries it started. Dealer wanted to charge 135.00 if they could not find a defective part. Googled the problem and found this is a problem with 2011-2013…
At approximately 40k miles the air bag warning indicator came on while there was a child passenger in the front seat. It only came on when my 15 year old would sit there and we were moving. I brought it to the dealer and the fault was reset. The dealer stated if it reoccured they would order a new sensor. It did…
Body and structure
9 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: body.
Exhaust fumes and soot accumulate on rear bumper marring paint and may cause other problems I.e. Monoxide. Have attempted to get it fixed at three dealers but they claim it's nothing and simply wash soot off.
Fuel system
5 complaints · 5%There is heavy black carbon buildup on the tailpipes and rear of my Azera. The Hyundai dealer said it is normal due to the type of catalytic converter they use. My lexus mechanic (our other car) said it probably a problem with the fuel to air ratio the car is using.
My 2013 Hyundai Azera suddenly accelerated as I applied the brakes to come to a complete stop. The RPM kept increasing when I placed it in neutral to over 4000 RPM. Ii had to turn car off in order to stop the extremely high RPM. This occurred on two occasions so far (3/18/2015 and 3/19/2015.)
Other or unspecified
5 complaints · 5%This vehicle had been same issues from very beginning after purchased yr 2013. Shaking entire vhehcle every morning and exhaust furnes so I took sevices severial times on dealer shop on pharr,texas. Nothing changed and nothing improved they just mentioned it came from original engine design and typical problems but…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2013 Hyundai Azera recalls
Brakes: control unit/module
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 10, 2024 through october 11, 2024. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 elantra, genesis coupe, sonata hybrid, 2012-2015 accent, azera, veloster, 2013-2015 elantra coupe, santa fe, 2014-2015 equus, 2010-2012 veracruz, 2010-2013 tucson, 2015 tucson fuel cell, and 2013 santa fe sport vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Air bags: sensor/control module-inactive
Risk: If the occupant is incorrectly classified, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the airbag may deploy with greater or lesser force than appropriate, resulting in an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the airbag system. The recall beagan on august 13, 2013. Hyundai's recall number is "campaign 111." owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor company (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 azera vehicles manufactured may 22, 2012, through november 23, 2012. The occupant detection system may fail to properly differentiate whether the front passenger seat occupant is an adult, a child or a child restraint seat.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Hyundai and kia ABS module fires
Summary
The office of defects investigation (odi) has received eight hyundai motor america (hyundai) and eight kia america, inc. (kia) part 573 recall reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or hydraulic electronic control units (hecu) manufactured by the equipment supplier mando. The part 573 recall reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by mando. Safety recalls included in this audit query (aq) review include: hyundai recalls 20v-520, 20v-543, 21v-161, 21v-160, 21v-303, 22v-056, 22v-810, and 23v-651. Kia recalls 16v-815, 20v-518, 20v-519, 21v
Questions about the 2013 Hyundai Azera
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Azera?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (33 complaints, typically around 61,000 miles); brakes (24 complaints, typically around 94,000 miles); engine (20 complaints, typically around 70,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Azera have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 22, 2023 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2013 a bad year for the Hyundai Azera?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about Azera model year since 2000, with 112 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.