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2016 Hyundai Azera problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 17 complaints on file for the 2016 Hyundai Azera — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

17

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2016 compare to other Azera years?

Azera NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 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, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2016 Hyundai Azera problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags318%
Steering318%
Engine212%
Visibility & Wipers212%
Electrical System212%
Speed Control16%
Other16%
Body & Structure16%
Transmission16%
Brakes16%

Does the 2016 Hyundai Azera have recalls?

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

21V619000Latches & LocksAugust 6, 2021 · 348,158 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

Consequence

A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 HYUNDAI AZERA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED, IT BEGAN TO ACCELERATE INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO A TRAIN. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · September 19, 2017 · crash

“I have been driving for 55 years, so I have a pretty good handle on "normal" as it pertains to driving. For the last couple of years I have noticed that the steering on my car "sticks" as I travel on nearly straight roads. It does not seem to pose a safety risk, but is very annoying as it causes…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · August 1, 2019

“The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that the heating system was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to two Goodyear Auto Repair Shops, where it was diagnosed with a head gasket leak. One of the Goodyear facilities replaced the thermostat and the radiator. The contact stated that…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 17, 2023

“Moonroof- I opened my moonroof and when I tried to close it, the sunshade would not retract - it is hanging - causing me not to be able to see the back window when looking through my rear view mirror. I brought to a body shop and they said it is a design flaw. Now they want $1,800 to fix it! ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 17, 2023

“Moonroof- I opened my moonroof and when I tried to close it, the sunshade would not retract - it is hanging - causing me not to be able to see the back window when looking through my rear view mirror. I brought to a body shop and they said it is a design flaw. Now they want $1,800 to fix it! ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · September 17, 2023

2016 Hyundai Azera — common questions

Is the 2016 Hyundai Azera reliable?

The record is thin — 17 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2016 Azera problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (3 complaints), airbags (3 complaints), electrical system (2 complaints).

Does the 2016 Hyundai Azera have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2016 Hyundai Azera. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.