2012 Hyundai Azera Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Azera years
- Far more complaints than other years 4th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 74 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Hyundai Azera. That ranks 4th out of 13 Azera model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (38 complaints, 51%), typically at around 61,499 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 74owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Hyundai Azera problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 38 | 51% | 61,499 | — | — |
| Engine | 10 | 14% | 116,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 9% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 5% | 115,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 4% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 3% | 127,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 1% | 2,067 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 50 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1% | 2,067 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 56,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Hyundai Azera recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/modulePark outside
Problem: 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.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires (AQ23002) — opened Nov 17, 2023, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH the vehicle was losing forward momentum. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The low oil warning was illuminated. The contact had to leave…
Recall for my 2012 hyundai azera number 251 Anti-Brake System (ABS) module that could leak and cause an electrical short that could result in a fire. They want to change a fuse from 40 to 30 amp so when the problem occurs fuse will blow. They should fix the problem replace ABS module. What happens…
In 2023, Hyundai approved to pay for repairs of vehicles that suffer premature engine failures due to issues such as low oil, metal debris and/or fire in the engine. These issues were predominately found in the GDI engines in Kia and Hyundai vehicles. This suit failed to take into account the…
This recall on the anti-lock brake system was initiated 11 months ago. I brought the Azera into the dealer 2 months ago and they said they had to order parts. I called today and spoke to the parts department. He said he is restricted from ordering the correct part and has no idea when he will be…
The contact owns a 2012 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 time for the recall…
Other Hyundai Azera years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Azera | 12 | 1 |
| 2016 Azera | 15 | 1 |
| 2015 Azera | 9 | 1 |
| 2014 Azera | 48 | 1 |
| 2013 Azera | 112 | 2 |
| 2012 | 74 | 2 |
| 2011 Azera | 20 | 3 |
| 2010 Azera | 8 | 3 |
| 2009 Azera | 26 | 5 |
| 2008 Azera | 69 | 6 |
| 2007 Azera | 132 | 8 |
| 2006 Azera | 188 | 5 |
| 2005 Azera | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Azera?
Owners most often report steering, engine, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 38 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Hyundai Azera?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Hyundai Azera a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Azera model years, the 2012 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.