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2014 Hyundai Azera problems

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One of the years to avoid

The 2014 Hyundai Azera carries two red flags at once: 60 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA — 1.7× the Azera norm — and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). It is one of the Azera years to avoid.

The trouble concentrates in one system: brakes issues account for 40% of all reports (24 of 60), far ahead of steering at 8.

60

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

0

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other Azera years?

Azera NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted280 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 280 complaints2007: 188 complaints2008: 101 complaints2009: 36 complaints2010: 11 complaints2011: 35 complaints2012: 82 complaints2013: 149 complaints2014: 60 complaints2015: 17 complaints2016: 17 complaints2017: 16 complaints
Azera NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Hyundai Azera problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes2440%
Electrical System813%
Steering813%
Engine712%
Airbags47%
Other35%
Speed Control23%
Seats12%
Lighting12%
Body & Structure12%
Tires & Wheels12%

Does the 2014 Hyundai Azera have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V651000BrakesSeptember 22, 2023 · 1,649,478 units

Defect

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

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.

Open NHTSA investigations

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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, 21V-161, 21V-160, 21V-303, 22V-056, 22V-810, and 23V-651. Kia recalls 16V-815, 20V-518, 20V-519, 21V-137, 21V-331, 22V-051, 22V-800, and 23V-652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owned a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that she had parked the vehicle on a residential road and walked to her friend's residence. The contact stated that while in the residence, she heard abnormal exploding sounds. Additionally, the neighbors alerted her that the vehicle had…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 25, 2023 · fire

“STEERING DEVELOPED "SLACK" WHEN TURNED WHEEL CAR DID NOT RESPOND IMMEDIATELY. PROBLEM WAS DIAGNOSED AS DEFECTIVE STEERING COLUMN. COMPUTER SEARCH SUGGESTED THIS WAS SIMILAR TO PREVIOUS RECALL FOR MODELS OTHER THAN AZERA. HYUNDAI DECLINED TO REPAIR WITHOUT $1500 CHARGE, WHEN DRIVING CAR WANDERS AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · June 24, 2020

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 26, 2026

“AT 120K MILES, UPON START, VEHICLE ENGINE BEGAN MAKING A CLICKING SOUND. NO ENGINE LIGHT HAD APPEARED IN VEHICLE. VEHICLE CONTINUED MAKING CLICKING SOUND AND BEGAN TO STALL WHEN DRIVEN OVER 40MPH. BEFORE VEHICLE COULD EVEN BE SEEN FOR AN APPOINTMENT WITH REPAIR SHOP, VEHICLE COMPLETELY DIED WHILE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 16, 2021

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BILLINGSLEY HYUNDAI OF LAWTON (2502 NW 82ND ST, LAWTON, OK 73505, [PHONE]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCK SPRING…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · July 1, 2018

2014 Hyundai Azera — common questions

Is the 2014 Hyundai Azera reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 60 complaints put the 2014 model at #6 of 13 Azera years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the Azera years to avoid.

What are the most common 2014 Azera problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (24 complaints), steering (8 complaints), electrical system (8 complaints).

Does the 2014 Hyundai Azera have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Hyundai Azera. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 Hyundai Azera under NHTSA investigation?

Yes — an investigation remains open (Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). An open ODI action means NHTSA is actively assessing a possible defect.

Which Hyundai Azera years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Azera years to avoid are 2006, 2007, 2013, 2008, 2012, 2014, 2015. The cleanest record among Azera years belongs to 2005.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.