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Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints
17 reportsClear category filter140,000 miles · Apr 10, 2025
Electrical SystemService Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact's wife owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was shuddering and then stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where it was diagnosed and determined that the spark plugs, and ignition coils needed to be replaced. T…
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The contact's wife owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was shuddering and then stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where it was diagnosed and determined that the spark plugs, and ignition coils needed to be replaced. The contact purchased the parts, and the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the parts were replaced; however, the vehicle was still shuddering while driving. A mobile independent mechanic recommended that the key fob battery be replaced. The key fob battery was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was determined that the starter had failed. The dealer replaced the starter; however, the failure persisted. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), which the contact related to the failure. The contact advised the dealer to perform the recall repair. The dealer informed the contact that the remedy was not yet available. The contact stated that vehicle remained with the dealer; however, the dealer failed to complete the recall repair once the parts became available, and the dealer towed the vehicle away. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
NHTSA ODI #11653895
Mileage unknown · Dec 30, 2024
Service Brakes, HydraulicFire
The Car started to emit Smoke while Driving on highway. All the feature indicate that the issue is purely related to the recall but the Hyndai took in the vehicle and gave me a decision that the engine failure is not related to recall. Said that the recall has been completed.
NHTSA ODI #11633192
65,000 miles · Jul 9, 2024
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that the remedy to replace the fuse was inadequate and did not address the possible brake fluid leak, which could cause an electrical short. The contact stated that while dr…
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that the remedy to replace the fuse was inadequate and did not address the possible brake fluid leak, which could cause an electrical short. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the MIL warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the diagnostic test and recall repair appointment was scheduled. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
NHTSA ODI #11600514
Mileage unknown · May 10, 2024
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made awa…
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA ODI #11588072
160,000 miles · Apr 1, 2024
Service Brakes, HydraulicFire
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH the vehicle began to vibrate and was losing forward momentum. The contact stated that he depressed the accelerator and the vehicle was not gaining forward momentum. The contact stated that several warning lights had been illuminated, but…
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH the vehicle began to vibrate and was losing forward momentum. The contact stated that he depressed the accelerator and the vehicle was not gaining forward momentum. The contact stated that several warning lights had been illuminated, but he was not sure which lights were illuminated. The contact stated that he pulled into a parking lot, stopped the vehicle, and turned it off. The contact was able to turn the vehicle on but he observed that smoke was being emitted from under the hood. The contact turned the vehicle off and opened the hood. The contact stated that he saw several sparks coming from the right side of the vehicle firewall. The contact stated that flames were forming from the bottom of the engine and up to the firewall. The contact stated that he called the fire department. The fire was extinguished with water and chemicals. The vehicle was towed to an independent dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The insurance provider had not yet inspected the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had experienced a failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA ODI #11580463
Mileage unknown · Mar 14, 2024
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufa…
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA ODI #11577344
Mileage unknown · Feb 6, 2024
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made awa…
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA ODI #11570218
Mileage unknown · Jan 31, 2024
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacte…
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA ODI #11568965
Mileage unknown · Jan 16, 2024
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was ma…
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA ODI #11565807
86,000 miles · Jan 12, 2024
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal buzzing sound coming from the engine compartment. Upon turning off the vehicle, the contact observed that the buzzing sound continued, prompting him to disconnect the battery, after which the sound ceased. N…
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal buzzing sound coming from the engine compartment. Upon turning off the vehicle, the contact observed that the buzzing sound continued, prompting him to disconnect the battery, after which the sound ceased. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the ABS. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); for which the VIN was included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 86,000.
NHTSA ODI #11565188
Official recalls
2Sep 22, 2023
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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
Jun 25, 2013
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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗