2014 Hyundai Azera problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Hyundai Azera, most often about brakes. There is 1 recall for this model year.

Complaints
34
Recalls
1
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Median mileage
71,000 mi
at time of problem

Safety warning: at least one recall for this vehicle tells owners to park outside until it is repaired. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Key facts

  • Brakes is the most-reported problem area, named in 24 of 34 complaints (71%).
  • Steering (6) and engine (5) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 71,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries.
  • The 2014 Hyundai Azera has 1 recall on file.
  • NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation covering this vehicle.
  • It ranks 3rd of 12 Hyundai Azera model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 51% fewer complaints than the 2013 model year (70).

2014 Hyundai Azera problems by category

  • Brakes
    24 complaints
  • Steering
    6 complaints
  • Engine
    5 complaints
  • Airbags
    3 complaints
  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    2 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Service brakes, hydraulic18
Service brakes6
Steering6
Engine5
Air bags3
Electrical system2
Firerelated1
Unknown or other1

When problems happen (mileage)

Under 10k10k–30k230k–60k460k–100k100k–150k1150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2014 Hyundai Azera complaints that list mileage.

2014 Hyundai Azera recalls (1)

  • Recall 23V651000Sep 22, 20231,649,478 vehiclesPark outside
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

    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.

    Risk: 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.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • AQ23002Opened Nov 17, 2023Open

    Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires

    The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V-520, 20V-543, …

Recent 2014 Hyundai Azera complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Aug 18, 202644,000 miTXSteering
    The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH uphill, the steering column suddenly locked up. The contact was able to pull into a parking lot. After restarting the vehicle, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) warning light illuminated. The contact was able to safely drive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a fractured steering column. The vehicle was not…
    NHTSA complaint #11757717 · source
  2. Filed Mar 16, 2026KYBrakesElectrical SystemOther / Unknown
    The ABS control module needs replacing. The day it started with issues, my abs light as well as esc light, at first. Later all dash lights came on, loud beeping and eventually lost all power while driving. I understand the "fuse" was replaced during recall, but if the damage was already in the making, why should consumer have to pay? I have had it to two different mechanics, first was hyundai dealer, both diagnostic ran, both same problem. Abs control module going out,…
    NHTSA complaint #11724814 · source
  3. Filed Nov 20, 2024TXBrakes
    The contact owns a 2014 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 contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
    NHTSA complaint #11626457 · source
  4. Filed Oct 17, 2024ALBrakes
    The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer 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 complaint #11620363 · source
  5. Filed Oct 15, 202485,000 miMNBrakes
    The contact called on behalf of his wife who owns a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact's wife stated that while driving home at approximately 55 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and felt abnormally soft. The failure progressed and the brake pedal was being depressed but the brakes hesitated to engage. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that underneath the center of the vehicle brake fluid was dripping, and the brake fluid reservoir was completely drained. The…
    NHTSA complaint #11619963 · source
  6. Filed Oct 4, 2024TXBrakes
    I received a letter from you regarding “Recall on the Anti-Lock Brake System” letter states:: Our records indicate that your vehicle is affected by this recall. So I contacted the Hyundai dealer here in El Paso, made an appointment, (which took 2wks) went to the appointment showed them the letter & was told they would call me. I never heard back from them, I called again & informed them I was calling about the ABS recall, I was told they had to order the part & would give me…
    NHTSA complaint #11618161 · source
  7. Filed Aug 21, 202478,000 miFLBrakes
    The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the Air Bag warning light had been illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 78,000.…
    NHTSA complaint #11610061 · source
  8. Filed Jul 8, 2024ILBrakes
    The contact owns a 2014 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 contact attempted to make the dealer aware of the issue, however; was unable to contact the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had…
    NHTSA complaint #11600157 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology