2016 Hyundai Azera
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 15 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 188 |
| 2007 | 132 |
| 2008 | 69 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 74 |
| 2013 | 112 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 12 |
Known problem areas
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
3 of 15 total reports mention: steering.
Air bags
3 of 15 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owned a 2016 Hyundai Azera. While the vehicle was stopped, it began to accelerate independently and crashed into a train. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle did not respond. The air bags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-14
Also filed under Service brakes and vehicle speed control
Engine
2 of 15 total reports mention: engine.
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Hello, my car was parked at home and as I turned the engine on, I noticed the red light 'oil pressure' on the dashboard. I checked the oil level and it was very low. On the same day I purchases 2 quarts of oil to keep it at a safe level.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14
Electrical system
2 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Moonroof- I opened my moonroof and when I tried to close it, the sunshade would not retract - it is hanging - causing me not to be able to see the back window when looking through my rear view mirror.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-27
Also filed under Visibility/wiper
Visibility
1 of 15 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-12-04Latches/locks/linkages21V619000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Hyundai Azera — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V619000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2016 Hyundai Azera reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Azera?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Hyundai Azera have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.