Hyundai Equus problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 53 owner complaints and 3 recalls on file for the Hyundai Equus (2011–2016). The 2014 Equus has the most serious complaints, most often about suspension.
- Complaints
- 53
- Recalls
- 3
- Model years
- 6
- Worst year
- 2014
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Hyundai Equus years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2014 Hyundai Equus — 26 complaints; top problem: Suspension
Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2016 (5 complaints).
Every Hyundai Equus model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Equus | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Lighting |
| 2015 Equus | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | Seats & Seat Belts |
| 2014 Equus | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Suspension |
| 2013 Equus | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | Brakes |
| 2012 Equus | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | Engine |
| 2011 Equus | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Suspension |
Most common Hyundai Equus problem areas (all years)
- Suspension12 complaints
- Brakes11 complaints
- Electrical System8 complaints
- Engine7 complaints
- Lighting6 complaints
- Seats & Seat Belts6 complaints
- Airbags5 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain5 complaints
- Steering3 complaints
- Body & Structure2 complaints
Complaint trend
Hyundai Equus recalls
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Risk: Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Other Hyundai models
- Hyundai Sonata5,929 complaints
- Hyundai Tucson4,541 complaints
- Hyundai Santa FE3,596 complaints
- Hyundai Elantra3,565 complaints
- Hyundai Palisade2,440 complaints
- Hyundai Ioniq 51,340 complaints
- Hyundai Santa FE Sport901 complaints
- Hyundai Kona781 complaints
- Hyundai Veloster774 complaints
- Hyundai Accent485 complaints
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology