2015 Hyundai Azera Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 22, 2025 · 9 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Azera years
Not enough data 11th of 13 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Hyundai Azera. That ranks 11th out of 13 Azera model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (4 complaints, 44%), typically at around 72,465 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 Hyundai Azera problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Vehicle Speed Control4 · ~72,465 mi
Power Train3 · ~86,315 mi
Steering3 · ~80,000 mi
Engine2
Electrical System1
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~104,930 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~80,000 mi
Suspension1 · ~80,000 mi
Unknown or Other1 · ~26,300 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Vehicle Speed Control444%72,465——
Power Train333%86,315——
Steering333%80,000——
Engine222%———
Electrical System111%———
Fuel/propulsion System111%104,930——
Service Brakes111%80,000——
Suspension111%80,000——
Unknown or Other111%26,300——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 3 complaints
2016: 1201612017: 1201712019: 1201912020: 1202012023: 3202332024: 1202412025: 120251

n = 9 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 Hyundai Azera recalls (1)

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Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/modulePark outsideSep 22, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V651000 · 1,649,478 vehicles

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.

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.

Engine has a timing belt issue since 70,000 miles where it will rattle when it starts Transmission is going out BEFORE 100,000 miles

Power Train · received Nov 22, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11701018

This is happened too many times even though in frequent and it is very unsafe when it happens on the open road as the steering will be completely unavailable most likely relative to the eps. No incident yet but that is only because I’m a good driver, but it sure is unsafe and scary and something…

Steering · received Dec 10, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11629867

I have made sure that the oil was changed on my 2015 Hyundai Azera. It has consistantly used oil. And now , I noticed a disturbing sound under the hood. Now, i have found metal shavings in my oil. This is a Theta engine. 6 cylinder. And according to the internet. Since 2011, Hyundai engines have…

Electrical System · received Jul 10, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11531295

My Vehicle has no warning signs lights that it has an problem/issue to warn. When driving to 30mpg the vehicle does a forceful jerk forward to a stop causing whiplash effect to driver and passengers. When vehicle comes to a near stop to traffic or light it creates the same effect. This is a…

Power Train · received Apr 8, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11516132

When traveling at speeds above 50 mph, my steering has a dead-spot, on-center. At this steering position when trying to keep the car straight on the road or highway, the steering wheel sticks and requires force to keep my car heading straight.

Steering · received Mar 12, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11511422

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Azera?

Owners most often report vehicle speed control, power train, steering problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Hyundai Azera?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2015 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 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.