2015 Hyundai Equus
Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 9 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
2 of 9 total reports mention: steering.
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Steering locks up while making a complete turn
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-16
Seats
2 of 9 total reports mention: seats.
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On August, 2nd around noon, I was driving alone, west on a rural road called 1869 in Liberty Hill, TX. I believe the speed limit on this winding rural road is 55mph, and I was about 1 mile west of 183.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-25
Electrical system
2 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.
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May 4TH 2019 vehicle found dead and would not start. No signs of any battery issues in the past few days. The vehicle was towed directly to the service department at empire Hyundai located in fall river, ma.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-08
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Vehicle speed control
1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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On several occasions while driving with the cruise control engaged, as I approach a vehicle from the rear that is going slower, the automatic braking system engages and displays a message similar to this!
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-09-18
Suspension
1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-11-17Audit queryOpen Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
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2024-04-10Service brakes, hydraulic23V651000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Hyundai Equus — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V651000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2015 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 2015 Hyundai Equus?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Hyundai Equus 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.