2013 Hyundai Azera

102 serious complaints of 112, the most about steering (33) and air bags (18); 5.7× this model's usual share of all serious complaints about 2013 vehicles. 2 recalls.

What owners report

“Had to replace faulty steering wheel coupler that was a subject of a recall in other hyundai models. Literally the same exact part and part number as recalled models, but no recall on azera.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the steering, Jun 2020

“The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the volume of the radio failed to function as needed. Additionally, she also noticed that the passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the air bags, Feb 2023

Fixes and extended coverage

• Extended coverage Certain 2012 – 2017 model year Accent, 2012 – 2017 model year Azera, 2013 – 2018 model year Santa Fe Sport, 2013 – 2019 model year Santa Fe, and 2012 – 2017 model year Veloster vehicles may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) may be set. In an effort to… (Z01, May 2026)
• Extended coverage Some vehicles listed below may exhibit an intermittent airbag warning light and DTC(s) B1763 (OCS ECU Defect), and/or B1764 (OCS Mat Defect) may be stored. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage of the sensor for the Occupant Classification System (OCS) / Occupant Detection System (ODS) to 18… (26-BE-011H, Apr 2026)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

112 owner complaints · 2 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 23 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2013 trims and features