Hyundai Azera Air Bags Problems
Owners have filed 153 complaints with NHTSA about air bags problems on the Hyundai Azera across 10 model years. The 2006 model year has the most (57). The words owners use most often: “air bag” (63% of reports).
- 153air bags complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 16mention a crash
- 12mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- $2,300typical repair cost reported by owners
- 24%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Air bag: mentioned in 96 of 153 complaints (63%)
- Seat belt: mentioned in 38 of 153 complaints (25%)
- Airbag off: mentioned in 12 of 153 complaints (8%)
- Tension sensor: mentioned in 8 of 153 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical air bags repair on the Hyundai Azera at $2,300, and half of them between $1,450 and $3,400.
Based on 9 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2012–2020), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do air bags problems happen?
Based on 118 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 153 complaints, 16 mention a crash, 12 an injury.
Hyundai Azera air bags complaints by model year
| Model year | Air Bags complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Azera | 1 | 8% | 33,000 |
| 2016 Azera | 3 | 20% | 900 |
| 2014 Azera | 4 | 8% | 88,001 |
| 2013 Azera | 18 | 16% | 83,000 |
| 2012 Azera | 7 | 9% | 62,000 |
| 2010 Azera | 2 | 25% | 35,500 |
| 2009 Azera | 1 | 4% | 78,000 |
| 2008 Azera | 16 | 23% | 69,250 |
| 2007 Azera | 44 | 33% | 68,400 |
| 2006 Azera | 57 | 30% | 51,653 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Model years: 2012, 2013
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.
Seat belts:front; air bags:frontal
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Problem: Hyundai de puerto rico is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2009 azera vehicles manufactured from september 27, 2005, through october 1, 2008. The wiring harness for the right front seat belt tension sensor may sustain damage after repeated use of the seat belt. If the seat belt tension sensor wiring becomes damaged the air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash necessitating front air bag deployment.
Risk: The seat occupant is at an increased risk of injury should the air bag not deploy as intended.
Fix: Hyundai will inspect and replace the right front seat belt and install a new seat belt tension sensor wiring harness clip, if necessary, and reroute the right front seat belt tension sensor wiring and secure the wiring with a new harness clip. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 8, 2010. Owners may contact hyundai de puerto rico 1-787-999-3333.
Seat belts:front; air bags:frontal
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Problem: Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2009 azera vehicles manufactured from september 27, 2005, through october 1, 2008. The wiring harness for the right front seat belt tension sensor may sustain damage after repeated use of the seat belt. If the seat belt tension sensor wiring becomes damaged the air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash necessitating front air bag deployment.
Risk: The seat occupant is at an increased risk of injury should the air bag not deploy as intended.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on february 22, 2010. Owners may contact hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The air bag light came on for the front passenger seat. I took it to Grayson Hyundai & they tried to get part #88840-3L500-J9 which is the latch right front buckle assembly. I was told there was no part available because my car is a 2006 & manufactures are only required to carry parts for 10 years…
The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that the air bag warning light had illuminated and remained illuminated on the instrument panel for a year. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed but no cause for the failure was found. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that the passengerâs side air bag warning light indicated that the air bag was off with a passenger seated in the passengerâs seat. The contact initially took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the air bag…
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 passengerâs side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic…
On January 19,2023 my air bag light and check engine light came on in my Azera 2012 I took my car to the Hyundai dealership center in Salisbury Maryland they said after doing the diagnostic my car was going to need seat cushion for airbag light and for the door latch and will cost me with having a…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Hyundai Azeras have air bags problems?
No. NHTSA has 153 owner complaints about air bags for the Hyundai Azera. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Hyundai Azera air bags?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list air bags. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix air bags problems on the Hyundai Azera?
Owners report a typical cost of $2,300 (half paid between $1,450 and $3,400), from 9 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about air bags problems on the Hyundai Azera?
The most frequent phrase is “air bag”, in 96 of 153 complaints, followed by “seat belt” (38).
Other Hyundai Azera problems
- Steering problems (105)
- Electrical System problems (104)
See all Hyundai Azera problems.