2011 Hyundai Azera: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 20 owner complaints on record; most reports concern power train; the 2010 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jan 2018
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Sudden unintended acceleration apparently caused by an electronic malfunction of throttle control. There were no warning signs. It is not known if vehicle was inspected by the insurance company.”Owner report · Electrical System · May 2022
“On 9.19.2019 my wife and I were driving and the engine stalled 3 times while driving. It started every time without problems, it did not stall again on the return trip. The trip was about 50 miles each way. Over the last 3 years I had engine starting problems 5 times, mostly on hot days and when stopping for a short period, e.g. Stopping for gas, after waiting for +- 10 minutes the engine started normally. The 'engine check' light has been on and off for the last 2 years. I am in the process of obtaining repair information.”Owner report · Electrical System · Sep 2019
“On three (3) different occasions in 2018 the engine of my azera, with a little over 21,000 miles on the odometer, suddenly stopped on the highway. I contacted vallejo hyundai to look at it and do the necessary repairs but I was going to be charged for it and I refused to pay. Eventually, I acceded to their demand for payment. It”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Aug 2018
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“Connecting rod bearing failure at 42,200 miles rendering vehicle immobile and presenting a definite safety hazzard at highway speeds. Plenty of engine oil, proper maintenance too. Appears to be improper design and/or improper manufacturing and assembly. May be related to hyundai sonata 2.0 and 2.4 engine failures recently announced by hyundai.”Owner report · Engine · Nov 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai azera. While driving various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shut off. When the failure occurred, the steering wheel and brakes also stopped operating. The vehicle was taken to bob boss hyundai in glen burnie, md, but the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 62,000.”Owner report · Engine · Aug 2017
“08/25/2015 I was traveling 30 mph, while slowing for a red light the engine shutdown was able to restart immediately. One week later while traveling about 35 mph slowing to make a right turn engine shut-down again, losing power steering and brakes.”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai azera. While traveling approximately 40 mph, the vehicle jerked, vibrated, and failed to shift properly. The vehicle was taken to the same authorized dealer twice and they were unable to replicate and diagnose the failure. The vehicle was taken to more than two other authorized dealers who were unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but provided no remedy. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2014
“While traveling ~ 45 mph and slowing approaching a curve and stop sign, engine shutdown completely losing power assist for steering and brakes plus engine power. Steered car without power assist and applied un-powered assisted brakes to stop short of stop sign. Car restarted without difficulty. This was a second occurrence. *tr”Owner report · Steering · Apr 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai azera. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled as the check engine, no key, and battery warning lamps illuminated. The contact mentioned that he was able to restart the vehicle after shifting into neutral. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was not able to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 33,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2014
“2011 azera limited. Consumer writes in regards to ignition cutting off while driving. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle experienced transmission failure while driving. The vehicle was repaired.*js”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2013
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 3 campaigns
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. Water may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short .
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2018. Owners may call Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 172.
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Sonata vehicles manufactured March 1, 2005, through January 21, 2010; and model year 2006-2011 Azera vehicles manufactured September 27, 2005, through November 22, 2010 originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Road salt and water can enter portions of the rear crossmember, leading to corrosion of the crossmember steel. This may lead to detachment of one of the rear control arms.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the crossmember assembly. The recall began on October 8, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Care Center at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall number is 113.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2011 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 2011 Hyundai Azera reliable?
NHTSA has 20 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2011 Hyundai Azera. The most complained-about area is power train.
Does the 2011 Hyundai Azera have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.