2017 Hyundai Azera Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Azera years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 10th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Hyundai Azera. That ranks 10th out of 13 Azera model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (5 complaints, 42%), typically at around 33,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 12owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 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 | 5 | 42% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 17% | 85,666 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 17% | 6,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 8% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 8% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 8% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 8% | 1,332 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 8% | 170,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 Hyundai Azera recalls (1)
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Latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:latch
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that the trunk was difficult to open manually. The contact was able to open the trunk after several attempts. However, the trunk would no longer close securely and had to be tied closed with a wire. The dealer was notified and advised that…
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the steering wheel ceased and failed to move freely. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he experienced failure on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SEATS WERE LOOSE AND UNSTABLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CARMAX (2501 POWELL AVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37204, [redacted]) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRACKETS NEEDED TO…
I've owned my 2017 azera since dec 2018. I love the vehicle but the steering sticks as mentioned in other complaints at high speeds. The vehicle currently only has 38k miles and i use it for the most part on the highway. This seems to only happen at speeds over 55mph. You have to give the steering…
Other Hyundai Azera years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 12 | 1 |
| 2016 Azera | 15 | 1 |
| 2015 Azera | 9 | 1 |
| 2014 Azera | 48 | 1 |
| 2013 Azera | 112 | 2 |
| 2012 Azera | 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 2017 Hyundai Azera?
Owners most often report steering, electrical system, structure problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Hyundai Azera?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 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 2017 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.