This page covers 2 recalls, 112 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2013 Hyundai Azera.
23 mpg combined
10.2 L/100km
Large Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
Steering and brakes dominate the complaint picture for the 2013 Hyundai Azera. On the steering side, owners frequently report loss of power steering assist, often occurring suddenly while driving, sometimes accompanied by warning lights. Brake complaints center on concerns about brake fluid leaks and related electrical issues, with some owners reporting that a fuse-replacement fix felt insufficient given the underlying leak risk. Engine complaints, while lower in volume, include a recurring pattern of head bolt failures, owners describe bolts pulling out of their threads, leading to overheating and blown head gaskets. A handful of engine reports also mention stalling, shuddering, and ignition-related misfires requiring spark plug and coil replacements. Smoke from the engine compartment while driving appears in a smaller number of reports.
112
Total Complaints
3
Crash-Related
6
Fire-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2013 Hyundai Azera has 2 recalls, the most serious being a brake system control module that can cause an engine compartment fire while the vehicle is parked or in motion.
The second recall affects vehicles built between May and November 2012: the passenger seat sensor can misread whether the front seat holds an adult, a child, or a child safety seat. If it gets the classification wrong, the front passenger airbag may deploy with too much or too little force in a crash, raising the risk of injury to whoever is sitting there.
At a glance
What can fail
The Anti-Lock Brake System module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, potentially starting a fire in the engine compartment.
What the fix does
The ABS fuse will be replaced at no cost to restore normal brake system function.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat occupant detection system may not correctly identify whether an adult, child, or child restraint seat is present, affecting airbag deployment.
What the fix does
Dealers will recalibrate the airbag system to restore proper occupant detection and appropriate airbag response.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
