MYRModel Year Report

2008 Hyundai Azera

▲ Better than typical
2008 Hyundai Azera
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:10:04.676Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hyundai Azera Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 188 complaints 2007: 131 complaints 2007 2008: 69 complaints 2008 2009: 26 complaints 2009 2010: 8 complaints 2011: 20 complaints 2011 2012: 74 complaints 2013: 112 complaints 2013 2014: 47 complaints 2015: 9 complaints 2015 2016: 14 complaints 2017: 12 complaints 2017
2008: 69 complaints
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YearComplaints
20050
2006188
2007131
200869
200926
20108
201120
201274
2013112
201447
20159
201614
201712

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SEATS 35%

35% of complaints: seats — 24 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 5 MPH INTO A PARKING SPACE WHEN THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT MOVED FORWARD FORCEFULLY AND INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130830

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI AZERA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BACK MOVED FORWARD FORCEFULLY WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090518

AIR BAGS 23%

23% of complaints: air bags — 16 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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THIS ACCIDENT HAPPENED IN WACO, TEXAS, MCLENNAN COUNTY. CHEVROLET PICKUP TRUCK WAS TRAVELING WEST ON FM 308 ON THE INSIDE LANE. AZERA WAS TRAVELING NORTH ON FM 933 ON THE OUTSIDE LANE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140521

I OWN A 2008 HYUNDAI AZERA THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON THE DASHBOARD AND STAYED LIT. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS A DEFECTIVE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SENSOR THAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090201

SERVICE BRAKES 20%

20% of complaints: service brakes — 14 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI AZERA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND WHITE SMOKE WAS SEEN COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180523

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE CAR WAS PARKED & OFF. KEY WAS NOT IN IGNITION. CAR SAT UNUSED FOR APPROX. 48 HOURS PRIOR TO FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180211

The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the battery charging warning light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240301

ENGINE 9%

9% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE CAR WAS PARKED & OFF. KEY WAS NOT IN IGNITION. CAR SAT UNUSED FOR APPROX. 48 HOURS PRIOR TO FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180211

The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230915

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20080213 — exterior lighting

HYUNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 4,085 REPLACEMENT HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD FOR USE ON 2006-2008 SONATA AND AZERA VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ALIGNED PROPERLY AND FAIL TO CONFORM TO

Remedy: HYUNDAI-KIA DEALERS HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED AND INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR SUPPLY TO HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA. NONE OF THE HEADLAMPS WERE SOLD AS RETAIL. AS A RESULT, AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER WILL NOT B

Campaign 08E021000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100208 — air bags, seat belts

HYUNDAI DE PUERTO RICO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2009 AZERA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 27, 2005, THROUGH OCTOBER 1, 2008. THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT

Remedy: HYUNDAI WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT AND INSTALL A NEW SEAT BELT TENSION SENSOR WIRING HARNESS CLIP, IF NECESSARY, AND REROUTE THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT TENSION SENSOR WIRING AND

Campaign 10V007000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100222 — air bags, seat belts

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2009 AZERA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 27, 2005, THROUGH OCTOBER 1, 2008. THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT TENSION SENSOR

Remedy: HYUNDAI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.

Campaign 09V497000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20130325 — PE (closed 20130820)

Rear Control Arm Failure

R 20130422 — exterior lighting

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, 2008-2

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 13V113000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20131010 — suspension

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...

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.

Campaign 13V354000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20161205 — seats

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Azera vehicles manufactured March 7, 2007 through August 14, 2007.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power-adjustable seat switch, free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 150.

Campaign 16V630000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180219 — service brakes, hydraulic

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 .

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.

Campaign 18V026000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Hyundai Azera — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seats issues (24 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08E021000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V007000 (air bags, seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V497000 (air bags, seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 13V113000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 13V354000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V630000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V026000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2014 ▲ 2012 ◆ 2013

WORST YEARS

■ 2006 ◆ 2007 ◆ 2013

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FAQ

Is the 2008 Hyundai Azera reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Hyundai Azera is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Hyundai Azera?

The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Hyundai Azera have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.