2017 Hyundai Azera

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2017 Hyundai Azera
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:38:34.496Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hyundai Azera Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 2006: 188 complaints 2006 2007: 131 complaints 2008: 69 complaints 2008 2009: 26 complaints 2010: 8 complaints 2010 2011: 20 complaints 2012: 74 complaints 2012 2013: 112 complaints 2014: 48 complaints 2014 2015: 9 complaints 2016: 15 complaints 2016 2017: 12 complaints 2017
2017: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
20050
2006188
2007131
200869
200926
20108
201120
201274
2013112
201448
20159
201615
201712

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

5 of 12 total reports mention: steering.

STRUCTURE

2 of 12 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

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WHILE COMMUTING HOME FROM WORK IN LATE AFTERNOON, ROUGHLY 6:30 P.M.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181002

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH
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CAR WAS DRIVEN ON HIGHWAY W/ 1300 MILES ON IT (BRAND NEW LEASE) WITH NO TRAFFIC AROUND VEHICLE WHEN FRONT END COLLISION WARNING ALERT AND ELECTRONIC POWER BRAKE ALERT LIGHTS CAME ON; ONCE ABLE TO GET TO A SAFE STOPPING AREA (PARKING LOT), CAR WAS...

NHTSA ODI report, 20170808

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SEEMS LIKE IT IS SHORTING OUT. HAD TO UNHOOK RADIO AS IT WAS DRAINING BATTERY. IT SHORTED AND MAKES A SCREACHING SOUND WHEN ON. SEAT WAS COVERED BY RECALL. AUTO START NO LONGER WORKS. LIGHTS SHORTING OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190425

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 12 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing oil/lubrication.

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See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241017

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20211204 — latches/locks/linkages

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.

Campaign 21V619000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Hyundai Azera — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 21V619000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2014 ▲ 2008 ▲ 2012

WORST YEARS

■ 2006 ◆ 2007 ◆ 2013

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FAQ

Is the 2017 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 2017 Hyundai Azera?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Hyundai Azera have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.