2013 Hyundai Azera
This year had 30% to 100% more 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 188 |
| 2007 | 131 |
| 2008 | 69 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 74 |
| 2013 | 112 |
| 2014 | 47 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 12 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
29% of complaints: steering — 33 distinct reports on file.
CRASH15% of complaints: engine — 17 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
My wife was driving down the road when the car started smoking. When she pulled over she grabbed a bag and as she was getting out her flames were coming under her dash. Total loss
NHTSA ODI report, 20210728
14% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 16 distinct reports on file.
FIRE14% of complaints: air bags — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
2013 HYUNDAI AZERA. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AUTO ACCIDENT. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED HE AND HIS WIFE WERE STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE RIGHT FRONT DOOR. THE VEHICLE THE STRUCK A GUARDRAIL, FOLLOWING IT FOR 50FT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210202
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 HYUNDAI AZERA. WHILE THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, IT WAS REAR ENDED BY A SECOND VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190911
2013 HYUNDAI AZERA WAS PARKED WITH THE WINDOW CRACKED ABOUT AN INCH. A STORM CAME UP AND A SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER WAS BLOWN ONTO THE PASSENGER SEAT. AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130704
13% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
My car caught on fire while driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231028
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 diffe
Remedy: 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 1-800-633-5
Campaign 13V264000 — check if this car was fixed
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
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,...
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V651000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Hyundai Azera — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (33 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V264000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V651000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Hyundai Azera reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Hyundai Azera is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Azera?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Azera have?
2 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.