Model year record

2009 Hyundai Azera recalls & problems

The 2009 Hyundai Azera has 5 safety recalls and 26 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is electrical system (7 complaints).

Recalls5safety recalls

Complaints26filed by owners

Crashes · fires2 · 2reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths0 · 1reported in complaints

2009 Hyundai Azera in an NHTSA crash test — NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Service brakes, hydraulicJan 9, 2018

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

Recall 18V02600087,854 vehicles

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. Water may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short .
Risk: An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2018. Owners may call Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 172.

SuspensionAug 12, 2013

Rear

Recall 13V354000364,502 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem: Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Sonata vehicles manufactured March 1, 2005, through January 21, 2010; and model year 2006-2011 Azera vehicles manufactured September 27, 2005, through November 22, 2010 originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Road salt and water can enter portions of the rear crossmember, leading to corrosion of the crossmember steel. This may lead to detachment of one of the rear control arms.
Risk: Control arm separation may suddenly change the rear wheel alignment, affecting the handling of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the crossmember assembly. The recall began on October 8, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Care Center at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall number is 113.

Exterior lightingApr 1, 2013

Brake lights › Switch

Recall 13V1130001,712,336 vehicles

Problem: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.

Seat beltsJan 8, 2010

Front

Recall 10V00700080 vehicles

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.

Components: Seat belts › Front; Air bags › Frontal

Seat beltsDec 28, 2009

Front

Recall 09V49700065,185 vehicles

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.

Components: Seat belts › Front; Air bags › Frontal

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2009 Hyundai Azera 4-DR w/SAB

OverallNot Rated

Frontal crash	Not Rated
Side crash	Not Rated
Rollover	Not Rated

2009 Hyundai Azera NHTSA side crash test — NHTSA side barrier crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Azera

21mpg combined

City / highway	18 / 26 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Azera

20mpg combined

City / highway	17 / 26 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.8 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Typical mileage*
Electrical system	7	0	1	100,752 mi
Engine	6	2	1	50,288 mi
Vehicle speed control	5	0	0	29,500 mi
Service brakes	3	2	0	—
Electronic stability control (esc)	2	0	0	—
Wheels	2	0	0	—
EquipmentElectrical › Navigational system(global positioning system)	2	0	0	—
Tires	1	0	0	—
Suspension	1	0	0	—
Steering	1	0	0	—
Power train	1	0	0	—
Air bags	1	0	0	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Electrical system
Good afternoon, my name is [XXX] . I purchased my 2009 Hyundai Azera limited edition in 2019 used with 98385 miles after I had the car for 9mths the car stopped running and the company I purchased the car from uses a repair company called Silver Rock which maintained the car I was told a belt popped after receiving the car back 2 days later the engine blow. They replaced the engine and from there The check engine light stayed on the Diagnostics check stated the O2 sensor needed attention repaired that light went off for a week after a week the check engine light returned had it checked again and the O2 sensor showed up again so I had someone else change them again light went off 2 days…
May 17, 2020
Electrical system
DEFECTIVE ENGINE COVER GASKET LEAKED OIL ON ALTERNATOR AND DESTROYED IT. SAME CONDITION AS RECENT HYUNDAI VERA CRUZ RECALL. I BELIEVE ENGINES ARE THE SAME BUT AZERA NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL
Aug 29, 2020 · 44,440 miles
Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED TO START UP, THE CONTACT HAD TO USE A CABLE JUMPER TO START THE ENGINE UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION AND THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE RADIATOR WAS FRACTURED, THE ENGINE EXHIBITED OIL LEAK, AND THE SERPENTINE BELT HAD SEPARATED. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED WATER DAMAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
May 1, 2020
Electrical system
EXTREME FIRE HAZARD WARNING - HYUNDAI - INSUFFICIENT WIRING INSULATION. 2009 AZERA STALLED AND DIED GOING 45 MPH DURING LIGHT RAIN 12/9/19. TOW TRUCK DRIVER TESTED BATTERY AND FOUND LOW ALTERNATOR OUTPUT. REPLACED ALTERNATOR AND VALVE COVER GASKET WHERE OIL WAS LEAKING ONTO ALTERNATOR. ONCE REPAIRED, CONTINUED TO GET P0108 ERROR CODE AND STALLING AFTER 20 MIN OF RUN. REMOVED PAINT AND ADDED ELECTRICAL GEL TO ALL MAIN GROUND WIRE TO BODY/FRAME POINTS (ALL WERE PAINTED, UNSURE HOW IT WAS GROUNDED IN FIRST PLACE). PROBLEM PERSISTED WITH NEW CODES NOW P2106, P1295, P0122, P0222, P0123, P0108, P2173, P161B. LIMPED CAR TO LOCAL SHOP AND CALLED HYUNDAI, WHO ASSIGNED CASE #16592407. SHOP SAID MAP…
Jan 1, 2020 · 123,000 miles
Electrical systemFire
ELECTRICAL FIRE
Feb 22, 2019 · 100,752 miles
Structure › BodyFire
THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY AND HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN FOR ABOUT 12 HOURS. WE WERE TOLD BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT THAT THE ENGINE SMOLDERED FOR HOURS AND BROKE THROUGH THE FIRE BARRIER INTO THE CAR AND IGNITED THE INSIDE.
Jul 28, 2018 · 140,000 miles
Electronic stability control (esc)
ON HIGHWAY HEADING TO HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY FROM THROGS NECK BRIDGE IN THE BRONX AND THE ENGINE STOPPED RESPONDING TO THE PRESSURE ON THE PEDAL. WE WERE IN HEAVY TRUCK AND CAR TRAFFIC BUT WERE ABLE ,BY LUCK TO GET INTO A STRIPPED AREA TO STOP. WE LOOKED IN THE MANUAL AND FOUND WE COULD RESTART THE ENGINE BY TURNING THE IGNITION ON AFTER SHUTTING IT DOWN. THIS HAPPENED 3 KMORE TIMES UNTIL WE WERE ABLE TO GET TO A SAFE PLACE AND WERE ADVISED BY A LOCAL HYUNDAI DEALER NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE . WE EVENTUALLY GOT TOWED TO OUR HOME ON LONG ISLAND BY AAA . LOCAL HYUNDAI DEALER SENT US TO ATLANTIC HYUNDAI FOR REPAIR.
Jun 16, 2018 · 26,700 miles
Electrical system
WHEN TURNING THE BLINKERS DO NOT MAKE AND AUDIBLE SOUND WITH BLINKER WORKING AND BLINKER INDICATING ON DASH. DEALER CONFIRMS THAT FAULTY PART IS IN INSTRUMENT CONSOLE AT COST OF APPROX $2500. THIS PART SHOULD BE CONSIDERED A CRITICAL SAFETY ITEM AND TESTED TO FAILURE FOR THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE. FAILURE OF THIS PART CAN LEAD TO ACCIDENTS RESULTING IN INJURY OF DEATH.
Feb 6, 2018 · 125,000 miles

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations

Rear Control Arm FailureClosedLed to recall 13V354000
In a letter dated August 9, 2013, Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center, Inc. (Hyundai) notified NHTSA that Hyundaiis conducting a safety recall (13V-354) involving approximately 239,000 vehicles involving model year (MY) 2006 through 2010 Hyundai Sonata vehicles (approximately 215,000)produced beginning on March 1, 2005 through January 21, 2010 and model year (MY) 2006 through 2011 Hyundai Azera vehicles (approximately 24,000) produced beginning on September 27, 2005 through November 22, 2010 that are registered in and operated or originally sold in the following 20 salt belt states and the District of Columbia: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.Hyundai will also inform dealers to inspect/repair vehicles…
PE13007 · opened Mar 25, 2013 · closed Aug 20, 2013