Hyundai Azera loss of power problems

Filed Mar 16, 2026 · Brakes, Electrical · KY

The ABS control module needs replacing. The day it started with issues, my abs light as well as esc light, at first. Later all dash lights came on, loud beeping and eventually lost all power while driving. I understand the "fuse" was replaced during recall, but if the damage was already in the making, why should consumer have to pay? I have had it to two different mechanics, first was hyundai dealer, both diagnostic ran, both same problem. Abs control module going out, interior failure!! My car only has 80,000!! Yes, it 12 year old vehicle, has had routine maintenance and garage kept. This is a safety issue and should be taken care of by dealer.

Filed Jun 10, 2024 · Engine · FL

[XXX] Bought a used 2013 Hyundai Azera. Since day 1 it has overheating issue. Within the first 2 wks of ownership, we replaced the radiator cap, thermostat, and had engine checked for leaks at Pep Boys. Replacing the water pump was next. On the night of [XXX] we replaced the water pump. Cranked engine and no leakage, so I decided to take my car home which was 45 minutes away. After driving for 15-20 minutes, the temp gauge was almost topped out, so I slowed down. I was approaching a gas station in a town halfway to home and decided I needed to pull in, but the car suddenly and steadily lost power. I had barely enough power to pull into a space away from door (I just knew it was bad and I didn't want car in the business's way). Car would not crank after being shut off for about 20 minutes. I called my husband and he brought a car hauler trailer to put it on. The vehicle was checked for leaks by PepBoys, but it is going for a reputable mechanic inspection soon as can be scheduled. So I had this car not even 30 days, paid cash for it (which I hope to recover) and mechanic friend of mine tells me it's a blown head gasket. From what I've read, it has the 3.3L Lambda engine causing issues for other model vehicles. Is there a recall? What options for replacement are there? Anyone can inspect the car at any time. It is just taking up a space in the apartment parking lot right now. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Sep 30, 2022 · Engine · TX

I own at 2013 Hyundai Azera with a Lambda engine. The same engine that’s having all sorts of issues and being recalled for many reasons on Hyundai & Kia’s. It has only 79k miles on it. While driving down the highway at 75 mph the engine began to lose power and it quickly overheated. It was very terrifying as I had cars and a semi barreling behind me and my engine was seized up. I was able to throw my hazards on and make it to the shoulder safely. We towed it to my mechanic and he said the 4 rear bolts weren’t torqued/sealed properly and they were stripped and pulled right out of the block. He said this is a Manufacturer defect from when the bolt was installed in the factory. Another factor was Hyundai uses an Aluminum head and Alum block with steel bolts. The temp variant in Alum & steel is totally different so what happens is when they expand & contract at different temps like that they eventually pull out. Also, the threads in the block aren’t deep enough to begin with. I filed a claim with Hyundai and they denied my claim. My case manager Jasmine called and said: 1) “What are you expecting us to do about a car that’s old, it may only have 79k miles on it, but it’s OLD and engines break on old cars” 2) We are the 2nd owners so the 100k powertrain warranty dropped to 60k which sadly we are just over. **It was listed as a Certified Pre-Owned when we purchased it but after calling the dealership they claim it’s not a CPO otherwise we would still be covered under the 100k PT warranty. My mechanic called Hyundai to get a replacement engine and was told they discontinued that engine so when they get them in for that reason they just sell them a junkyard motor. So I have a perfectly great car, in otherwise pristine condition, and I’m unable to find a new motor for it.

Filed Sep 21, 2021 · Engine · CO · fire

Without warning, my car lost power as I was driving on the interstate. I started changing lanes to get over to the shoulder, and before I got to the shoulder smoke began to come out of the hood then flames started. I was able to pull over and get myself and my special needs son out of the car with the help of others who saw the flames and also pulled over. 911 was called and police and fire came. The firefighters put out my engine fire with their chemical suppressants. My car does not have an active recall on it, but other makes and models with this same engine do, so I never receivedany warming about this problem happening with my same engine. I have always had it serviced at the dealership. This was very traumatic.

Filed Jul 17, 2020 · Brakes, Steering · 170,000 miles · MT

Tl* the contact owns 2006 hyundai azera. The contact stated that after exiting the highway, the vehicle loss power steering assist and ended up in a ditch on the side of the roadway. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to green hyundai (2955 us-93 s, kalispell, mt 59901) where the vehicle was diagnosed with ABS failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000.*dt

Filed Dec 29, 2019 · Engine · 121,000 miles · MD

Knocking noise when starting up the car then suddenly losing power while driving. Then suddenly a engine knocking noise while driving. Then engine locking up.

Filed Jul 30, 2019 · Engine · 69,500 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 hyundai azera. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled and all the instrumental panel indicators illuminated. The contact was able to coast the vehicle onto the road shoulder. The vehicle was towed to thompson hyundai (1000 merritt boulevard, dundalk, md 21222, (410)-288-5700) where it was diagnosed that the vehicle stalled because the valve cover gasket leaked oil onto the alternator. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 69,500. *tt the issue is a known problem. These lambda v6 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines all have these same issues, regardless of what vehicle they are in. Veracruz, azera, sonata, sedona, entourage, and so on. The valve cover's leak oil onto the alternator and cause them to fail, causing the entire vehicle to lose power and control while driving. Super unsafe. This is exactly what happened to me. Fortunately I was only by route 1 here in maryland and not on 95, 495 or somewhere like the bay bridge. I have pics taken that afternoon at the gas station I swung into in jessup to show you what happened. These are consistent with this issue across this type of engine.*jb *bf consumer replaced the battery and alternator.

Filed Jan 11, 2019 · Engine · OK

Knocking noise when turning on the car sudden losing power while driving ,sudden engine knocking noise while driving

Filed Mar 16, 2017 · Acceleration · 138,000 miles · OH

2006 hyundai azera gas pedal lost all power at 30 MPH on freeway. Vehicle still running but will not accelerate past 30 MPH. Restarted car, lost power at 30 MPH. Extremely dangerous. This happened on freeway heading away from home. Had to turn around in emergency turn around and head back home with flashers on 30 MPH all the way home. Accelerator continues to lose power at 30 MPH. Losing power on freeway and in intersections is a horrible feeling.

Filed Mar 2, 2016 · Steering, Transmission · 117,000 miles · GA

On 03/02/16 - I was driving on george 400 expressway and I slowed down to take an exit and without any warning my vehicle completely lost power; the steering wheel became stiff and the dashboard lights came on. I had to roll to the shoulder and turn my flashers on. I put the vehicle in neutral and it started back up. I was able to drive to a safe location. This also occurred approximately a year ago while I was driving on a freeway (I-285). I took it to the hyundai dealership and they could not find anything explanation as to why it lost power. This concerns me because I drive a lot on the freeway and to be driving 55-70 MPH and to lose power for no reason is quite frightening. I love my vehicle, but this is very dangerous. It could easily occur when my daughter, a less experienced driver, is driving the vehicle. Please advise what is the cause of this and how can it be rectified? Note that the first time this occurred, I had a lot less miles on my vehicle.