2011 Hyundai Equus Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Equus years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Hyundai Equus. That ranks 2nd out of 6 Equus model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (11 complaints, 46%), typically at around 29,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
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- 24owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Hyundai Equus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 11 | 46% | 29,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 25% | 80,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 17% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 13% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 8% | 92,200 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 4% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 4% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 4% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 4% | 100,260 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 4% | 30 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 4% | 6,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Hyundai Equus recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.
Risk: Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai Equus vehicles manufactured July 31, 2010, to November 21, 2010. Due to a circuit failure, the stop lamps in the affected vehicles may not illuminate.
Risk: A following vehicle may not recognize that the vehicle is slowing or coming to a stop if the stop lamps on the vehicle do not illuminate as expected. There is an increased risk of a rear-end crash as a result.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the stop lamp switch circuit, free of charge. Hyundai issued an interim notification to owners on January 6, 2015. The recall began on March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 125.
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.
Airbag suspension bags keep unable
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that the front shocks were previously replaced under an unknown recall. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced rear suspension failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the rear springs…
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the rod bearings…
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled however, the driver was able to pull to the side of the road where the vehicle lost motive and was unable to be restarted. The contact stated that he was unaware of…
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that on multiple occasions, the front end of the vehicle would lower to the ground without warning. Each time the failure occurred, the contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer where it was repaired; however, the failure would return soon…
Other Hyundai Equus years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Equus | 9 | 0 |
| 2015 Equus | 9 | 1 |
| 2014 Equus | 36 | 1 |
| 2013 Equus | 10 | 1 |
| 2012 Equus | 8 | 1 |
| 2011 | 24 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Hyundai Equus?
Owners most often report suspension, service brakes, electrical system problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 11 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Hyundai Equus?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Hyundai Equus a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Equus model years, the 2011 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.