Hyundai Azera years to avoid
More than twice the Azera's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Hyundai Azera years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Hyundai Azera complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Hyundai Azera problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags153
- Brakes117
- Steering105
- Electrical104
- Engine84
- Seats72
- Lights53
- Seat belts48
- Body45
- Acceleration37
- Suspension36
- Transmission31
Most reported problems on the Hyundai Azera
Hyundai Azera problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 92 | 12 | Steering | 25,000 | 1 | 1 | Fewest complaints |
| 2016 | 87 | 15 | Airbags | 1 | 1 | Fewest complaints | |
| 2015 | 93 | 9 | Acceleration | 67,700 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 75 | 48 | Brakes | 21,200 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2013 | 44 | 112 | Steering | 60,000 | 2 | 3 | Avoid |
| 2012 | 59 | 74 | Steering | 67,000 | 2 | 3 | |
| 2011 | 86 | 20 | Transmission | 42,000 | 3 | 2 | Fewest complaints |
| 2010 | 92 | 8 | Airbags | 40,000 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2009 | 76 | 26 | Electrical | 50,288 | 5 | 2 | |
| 2008 | 55 | 69 | Seats | 64,000 | 6 | 5 | |
| 2007 | 33 | 132 | Airbags | 56,000 | 8 | 5 | Avoid |
| 2006 | 23 | 188 | Airbags | 57,000 | 5 | 9 | Avoid |
Recalls 11
Hyundai Azera warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Hyundai Azera
What years of the Hyundai Azera should you avoid?
2006, 2007 and 2013. Each has more than twice the Hyundai Azera's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2006 alone has 188, mostly about airbags and lights.
What is the best year for a used Hyundai Azera?
2017, 2016 and 2011 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (12, 15 and 20).
What is the most common problem with the Hyundai Azera?
Airbags, with 153 complaints across all years, followed by brakes (117) and steering (105).
How many recalls does the Hyundai Azera have?
11 recalls between 2006 and 2017. The 2007 model year has the most, with 8.
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