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2017 Hyundai Azera problems

The most common problem on the 2017 Hyundai Azera is steering, typically around 33,000 miles. It has fewer complaints than a typical Azera model year.

Fewer complaintsAmong the best years of this model
Year score
92/100
Owner complaints
12
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
703 warranty
Worst area
Steering
Fuel economy
22-23mpg

The worst 2017 Hyundai Azera problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Steering
    5
  • Body
    2
  • Electrical
    2
  • Airbags
    1
  • Brakes
    1

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Steering
    5
  • Body
    2
  • Electrical
    2
  • Airbags
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Seats
    1

Recalls 1

Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid: latchReported August 6, 2021 · 348,158 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Risk
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
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.

Recall number 21V619000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Azera

Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Hyundai Azera 70

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 70 bulletins for the 2017 Hyundai Azera

2017 Hyundai Azera fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
3.3L 6‑cylFWD19-202822-23

What 2017 Hyundai Azera owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 17, 2024 · Engine · SC

See attached document for complaint.

Filed Oct 5, 2021 · Locks · 25,000 miles · NV

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that the trunk was difficult to open manually. The contact was able to open the trunk after several attempts. However, the trunk would no longer close securely and had to be tied closed with a wire. The dealer was notified and advised that they were overbooked and could not schedule an appointment to diagnose the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000.

Filed Jul 2, 2021 · Steering · 69,110 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the steering wheel ceased and failed to move freely. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he experienced failure on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 69,110.

Filed Apr 5, 2021 · Seats · 35,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 hyundai azera. The contact stated that the rear seats were loose and unstable. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to carmax (2501 powell ave, nashville, tn 37204, (615) 269-3703) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brackets needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,000.

Filed Mar 19, 2021 · Steering · 38,000 miles · GA

I've owned my 2017 azera since dec 2018. I love the vehicle but the steering sticks as mentioned in other complaints at high speeds. The vehicle currently only has 38k miles and I use it for the most part on the highway. This seems to only happen at speeds over 55mph. You have to give the steering a slight jerk to get it to go back. Doesn't matter if it's right or left. This past week it would not move and I jerked it so much I thought I was going to come off the roadway. I understand different forums state it might be an electronic steering issue or something with a coupler, etc. Whatever the case I believe this needs to be reviewed and fixed. I took the vehicle to have it looked at a little over a year ago and was told nothing was wrong. It was probably not driven on the highway so the mechanic would not have been able to experience the issue while driving around the roads in and around dealership

Filed Oct 13, 2020 · Airbags, Steering · 33,000 miles · FL

Airbag light comes on intermittently while driving. Steering locks as the car is driven at highway speeds and requires force to adjust. It presents a challenge when staying in a lane and need to do slight adjustments to stay in lane. Took it to a dealer about a year ago and they could not duplicate the issue.

Filed Jan 25, 2020 · Steering · 5,000 miles · MI

I have owned 3 hyundai azeras; a 2007, a 2013 and now a 2017. I never had any issues with the steering on my 2007 or 2013. The steering on my current vehicle "locks" as I am driving, mostly on the highway but has also happened at lower speeds and also in reverse. The steering doesn't respond when I try to make minor adjustments driving down the highway and feels as if it's locked in place. It will eventually "give" with a jerking motion. My car has approximately 8500 miles and I did not notice this issue when I purchased it new and don't remember exactly when it started but it happens consistently now. I am very concerned with this as occasionally it feels as though it's not going to respond at all. I have seen similar complaints online and wonder if hyundai is going to issue a recall to fix this problem.

Filed Dec 9, 2019 · Steering · 7,100 miles · FL

During our first trip on the interstate I noticed that when trying to correct the steering, either right or left, the car would not immediately respond. Then after just a second or two something would break loose allowing the vehicle to respond to my request. I.e. Turn left or right! It's as if their is something stopping it from responding until I apply more pressure to my pull. I immediately took it to the dealer, and was told that is the "electronic steering" mechanism and that that is normal, and there is no reason to be alarmed. Over thanksgiving I made a 2,500 mile round trip to indiana (all interstate). During the trip, the same thing!! After stopping for a short period, and then back on the road, I noticed I would have to drive a short distance before it began to act up again. It is very pronounced and obvious on interstate driving. I have the fear that it could lock up permanently. I purchased this vehicle, with only 5,100 miles on 7/1/2019. It now has 8,622 miles. I might also point out that I also have the identical car in a 2016 with the same steering, that I purchased new. It now has over 36,000 miles and I have had absolutely no problems. Because of the excellent ratings and the fact that I have had no problems with the 2016, I purchased the used 2017 for my wife. When I took my car to the shop they did not provide me with a ticket or invoice of any kind, although they did write a ticket.

Filed Jul 21, 2019 · Body · 6,000 miles · AZ

After returning to the parking lot with bags of groceries, we could not open the trunk, neither with smart key or button on driver side or with key on trunk panel, or manual trunk button. We hate to think about arriving at a motel and we could not open the trunk. I remember an incident that happened in utah where 3 children were trapped in a trunk and perished. I would think hyundai would design a manual trunk release system, that does not rely on electric power, bush buttons, or smart keys. This car has an emergency fluorescent slide inside trunk, I think it also did not work. Initially I though it might be a setting, but browsing a hyundai forum I discovered other users had similar problems with various hyundai models. Possible defective part; trunk latch actuator or solenoid. Will find out more tomorrow from dealer.

Filed Apr 25, 2019 · Electrical · 170,000 miles · VT

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. Now it starts even moves sometimes but then loses its accelerator. You can press the gas and nothing happens. This happened while I was driving, and now will only move by transmission power. No gas pedal power at all.

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Questions about the 2017 Hyundai Azera

Is the 2017 Hyundai Azera reliable?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2017 Hyundai Azera, fewer than a typical Azera model year.

What is the 2017 Hyundai Azera year score?

The 2017 Hyundai Azera scores 92 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Hyundai Azera: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Hyundai Azera?

Steering, with 5 complaints, typically around 33,000 miles. Next is body (2).

How many recalls does the 2017 Hyundai Azera have?

1 recall, covering latches/locks/linkages.

What year does the Hyundai Azera have bad steering?

The Hyundai Azera model years with the most steering complaints are 2012 (38 complaints) and 2013 (33 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2017 Hyundai Azera get?

Official estimates for the 2017 Hyundai Azera range from 22 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.3L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 19-20 city and 28 highway.

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