2013 Hyundai Azera Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Azera.

20122014
Complaints
149
Crashes
5
Fires
11
Injuries
10
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2013 Hyundai Azera Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#133 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:63,072 mi
Crash-related:1
#217 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:99,471 mi
Fires:2
#316 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:81,767 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Hyundai Azera.

Steering Defects
33
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
63,072
Engine Problems
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
99,471
Airbags
16
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
81,767
Hydraulic Brakes
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
85,875
Electrical Faults
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
3
Avg Miles
52,783
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
49,864
Body Structure
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
67
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2013 Hyundai Azera

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,654,678 vehicles.

23V651000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~1,649,478 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

13V264000Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive
~5,200 affected

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Azera vehicles manufactured May 22, 2012, through November 23, 2012. The occupant detection system may fail to properly differentiate whether the front passenger seat occupant is an adult, a child or a child restraint seat.

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2013 Hyundai Azera — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2013 Hyundai Azera reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2013 Hyundai Azera has 149 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 33 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Azera?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (33 complaints, avg 63,072 mi); Engine Problems (17 complaints, avg 99,471 mi); Airbags (16 complaints, avg 81,767 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Hyundai Azera?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 68,574 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Hyundai Azera?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Azera include 5 crash-related reports, 11 fire reports, 10 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2013 Hyundai Azera have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,654,678 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2013 Hyundai Azera?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Azera reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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