MYRModel Year Report

2011 Hyundai Equus

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2011 Hyundai Equus
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:57:28.967Z

Only 24 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 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hyundai Equus Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 2011: 24 complaints 2011 2012: 7 complaints 2012 2013: 10 complaints 2013 2014: 36 complaints 2014 2015: 9 complaints 2015 2016: 9 complaints 2016
2011: 24 complaints
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YearComplaints
201124
20127
201310
201436
20159
20169

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 24 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

11 of 24 total reports mention: suspension.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE WE WERE DRIVING THE CAR, THE CAR'S FRONT SUSPENSION SUDDENLY FAILED, THE FRONT COLLAPSED AND THE BODY OF THE CAR NEARLY TOUCHED THE GROUND ON FLAT GROUNDS AND DRAGGED AGAINST THE GROUND ON INCLINES AND DECLINES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130724

Airbag suspension bags keep unable

NHTSA ODI report, 20251015

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that the front shocks were previously replaced under an unknown recall. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced rear suspension failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250502

SERVICE BRAKES

6 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes.

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CAR BRAKES FAILED TO SLOW CAR IN EMERGENCY TRAFFIC ON HIGHWAY, BRAKES WERE WORKING FINE THEN THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOD AND ALMOST HIT THE CAR AHEAD. REAR BRAKES WERE NEW, REPLACED FRONT PADS, BUT BRAKE PEDAL STILL GOES TO THE FLOOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190215

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDIA EQUUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE WITH THE ENGINE TURNED OFF. WHEN THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED BROWNISH SOOT WITHIN THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130417

WHEELS

3 of 24 total reports mention: wheels.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE WE WERE DRIVING THE CAR, THE CAR'S FRONT SUSPENSION SUDDENLY FAILED, THE FRONT COLLAPSED AND THE BODY OF THE CAR NEARLY TOUCHED THE GROUND ON FLAT GROUNDS AND DRAGGED AGAINST THE GROUND ON INCLINES AND DECLINES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130724

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 24 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20150323 — exterior lighting

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai Equus vehicles manufactured July 31, 2010, to November 21, 2010.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the stop lamp switch circuit, free of charge. Hyundai issued an interim notification to owners on January 6, 2015. The recall began on March 23, 2015.

Campaign 14V713000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20160422 — visibility

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.

Campaign 16V117000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Hyundai Equus — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V713000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V117000 (visibility) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 Hyundai Equus 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 2011 Hyundai Equus?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 Hyundai Equus 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.