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2013 Hyundai Azera: raw data

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vehicle2013 / hyundai / azera
known issues4 clusters (reviewed 2026-09-09)
complaints112 on file (2013-07-04 → 2025-04-10)
recalls2
investigations1
fars9 occupant deaths, crash years 2010-2024 (legacy-code)
indexedyes
licenseCC BY 4.0 (derived)

Known Issues clusters all years →

Steering column coupler failureSTEERING26 complaints2016-07 → 2023-09azera-2013-steering-coupler-failure
  • 11500867 Steering problem started with an annoying dead spot of approximately 1/2 inch on center and now has expanded to approximately 2" accompanied by severe rattling on rough surfaces. Checked this condition on U-Tube and found it to be caused by a crumbling steering coupler in the
  • 11472596 The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a clicking sound in the steering wheel while turning to the left or the right. The contact stated that the longer the vehicle was driven, the louder the sound got
  • 11399783 STEERING WHEEL KNOCKS LOUDLY WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT. HYUNDAI HAS ISSUED A RECALL FOR SONOTA, ELANTRA, SANTA FE AND SOME KIA MODELS, BUT DOES NOT INCLUDE THE AZERA MODEL EVEN THOUGH THE DEALER VERIFIED IT IS THE SAME ISSUE AND PART FAILURE
Brake fluid leak recall parts unavailability and fireSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC15 complaints2023-11 → 2024-12azera-2013-brake-fluid-recall-fire
  • 11580463 The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH the vehicle began to vibrate and was losing forward momentum. The contact stated that he depressed the accelerator and the vehicle was not gaining forward momentum
  • 11554831 The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow the vehicle, the brakes made an abnormal squeaking sound. After a visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed that the brake fluid reservoir was low
  • 11588072 The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of
Lambda engine overheating, head bolt pull-out, and stallingENGINE10 complaints2019-08 → 2025-01azera-2013-lambda-engine-overheat-stall
  • 11635910 Vehicle started having overheating issues around August 2024, took it to mechanics to get it looked at and tried various fixes, concluding in a blown head gasket. When I took my car to a third party mechanic to fix the head gasket they found that the head bolts of the cars
  • 11487312 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
  • 11426912 Engine failed; started knocking , lights came on dash, and caused car to cease. Car is available for inspection, luckily was able to get on side of road without incident; towed to dealership and they advised that the Hyundai has issues and they have about 10 on the lot now
Airbag warning light from clockspring faultAIR BAGS9 complaints2018-09 → 2023-02azera-2013-airbag-clockspring-fault
  • 11507302 The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the volume of the radio failed to function as needed. Additionally, she also noticed that the passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an
  • 11286980 CAR WAS PARKED OVERNIGHT IN MY DRIVEWAY. THE NEXT MORNING I GOT UP, STARTED MY CAR AND NOW THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON. DEALER SAYS I NEED A NEW CLOCKSPRING. MY CAR HAS 53000 MILES
  • 11149482 THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FOLSOM LAKE HYUNDAI (12530 AUTO MALL CIR, FOLSOM, CA 95630, (916) 293-4760) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED

NHTSA complaints (summary) all years →

countearliest_datelatest_datecrash_flaggedfire_flaggedtop_components
1122013-07-042025-04-1036STEERING:33; SERVICE BRAKES:24; AIR BAGS:18; HYDRAULIC:17; ENGINE:17

Recalls all years →

campaign_numberreport_received_datecomponentsummaryconsequenceremedy
13V26400025/06/2013AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVEHyundai 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.If the occupant is incorrectly classified, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the airbag may deploy with greater or lesser force than appropriate, resulting in an increased risk of injury.Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the airbag system. The recall beagan on August 13, 2013. Hyundai's recall number is "Campaign 111." Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
23V65100022/09/2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEHyundai 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.An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

Investigations all years →

action_numberstatussubjectcomponentsopenedclosedrecall_campaignsummary
AQ23002openHyundai and Kia ABS Module FiresSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE2023-11-17··The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V-520, 20V-543, 21V-161, 21V-160, 21V-303, 22V-056, 22V-810, and 23V-651. Kia recalls 16V-815, 20V-518, 20V-519, 21V-137, 21V-331, 22V-051, 22V-800, and 23V-652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.

FARS occupant deaths all years →

crash_yearsoccupant_deathsmatch_typevpic_recovered
2010-20249legacy-code0

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road.

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Wrench.Pro (2026). 2013 Hyundai Azera vehicle data [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/vehicles/2013/hyundai/azera
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  author = {Wrench.Pro},
  title = {Wrench.Pro vehicle data: 2013 Hyundai Azera},
  year = {2026},
  howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/vehicles/2013/hyundai/azera}},
  note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}

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