Hyundai Azera years to avoid and best years

Newer Hyundai Azera years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2013 has the most complaints per year, at 4 (112 complaints). 2012 through 2014 are in that same range. From 2015 on, complaints per year fall. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2016 at 0 (from 15 complaints), 2015 at 1 (from 9 complaints), and 2017 at 2 (from 12 complaints). On the 2013 Hyundai Azera, 26 of 112 complaints name Steering.

Data as of .

2012 Hyundai Azera
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Most complaints

2013

4 per year · 112 complaints

Fewest complaints

2016

0 per year · 15 complaints

Fewest complaints

2015

1 per year · 9 complaints

Fewest complaints

2017

2 per year · 12 complaints

Hyundai Azera reliability by year

Most Fewest Other
220124201342014120152016220172018

Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Hyundai Azera. How we count.

By model year

Year Per year on the road Complaints Recalls Most-filed complaint Avg. combined MPG
2018 0 0 0 — —
2017 → Fewest 2 12 1 Steering 22.5
2016 → Fewest 0 15 1 Steering 22.5
2015 → Fewest 1 9 1 Electrical system, Speed control, Engine 22.5
2014 → 4 48 1 Hydraulic brakes 23
2013 → Most 4 112 2 Steering 23
2012 → 2 74 2 Steering 23

Years with a → link have a full model-year page.

What owners file about

Steering
77
Hydraulic brakes
39
Engine
23
Air bags
19
Service brakes
11
Structure
8
Electrical system
6
Powertrain
5
Electrical system, Service brakes
3
Engine and engine cooling
3
Fuel and propulsion system
3
Steering, Air bags
3

Generations

2nd generation (HG) 2012–2018
Body styles
Sedan
Oil
5W-30 · 6 qt capacity
Tire size
245/45R18, 245/40R19 (trim dependent)

Known issues for this generation

Recall 23V-651 covers certain 2012-2015 Hyundai Azera vehicles among many other Hyundai models: an anti-lock brake system fuse may melt and cause a fire. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. Dealers replace the ABS fuse.

Frequently asked questions

Which Hyundai Azera years have fewer owner complaints?

Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2016 at 0 (from 15 complaints), 2015 at 1 (from 9 complaints), and 2017 at 2 (from 12 complaints).

Which Hyundai Azera year has the most owner complaints?

2013 has the most complaints per year, at 4 (112 complaints). 2012 through 2014 are in that same range. On the 2013 Hyundai Azera, 26 of 112 complaints name Steering.

How do Hyundai Azera owner complaints compare by year?

Newer Hyundai Azera years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. From 2015 on, complaints per year fall.

What oil does a Hyundai Azera take?

5W-30; capacity is about 6 quarts with filter.

What does recall 23V-651 cover on the Azera?

Certain 2012-2015 Azera vehicles among many other Hyundai models: an ABS-related defect—see the NHTSA campaign for the remedy.

What tire sizes did the second-generation Azera use?

245/45R18 or 245/40R19 depending on trim.