2008 Hyundai Azera Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2008 Hyundai Azera has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 4 fires, 5 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Seats (24 reports).

6Recalls
69Owner complaints
5Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2008 Hyundai Azera recalls

Water in ABS Module Can Cause Fire, Even When Parked

Recall 18V026Jan 9, 201887,854 vehicles affected

Water may enter the anti-lock brake (ABS) module and cause an electrical short.

Driver's seat can move unexpectedly while driving

Recall 16V630Aug 31, 20169,700 vehicles affected

Certain 2007-2008 vehicles built between March 7, 2007 and August 14, 2007 may have a power-adjustable front driver's seat that moves on its own while the vehicle is being driven, without the driver doing anything.

Suspension:Rear

Recall 13V354Aug 12, 2013364,502 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Recall 13V113Apr 1, 20131,712,336 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal; Seat Belts:Front

Recall 10V007Jan 8, 201080 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal; Seat Belts:Front

Recall 09V497Dec 28, 200965,185 vehicles affected

Most common 2008 Hyundai Azera problems

Problem areas named in the 69 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seats24
Air Bags16
Electrical System14
Service Brakes14
Engine6
Seat Belts5
Vehicle Speed Control4
Fuel System, Gasoline3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Structure3

What owners report

2024-03-01, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the battery charging warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the valve cover gasket was leaking onto the alternator, causing the alternator to fail. The mechanic replaced the valve cover gasket, the battery, and the alternator; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was repaired for a second time; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred every 3 years. The contact related the failure to TSB Number: 21-01-047H-1. The dealer and
2023-09-15, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and the failure was linked to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V026000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The independent mechanic referred the contact to the dealer for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module and wiring hardness had burned and needed to be replaced; however, the dealer informed the contact that the manufacturer had discontinued the parts for the repair. The contact stated that the ABS, the brake, and the check engine warni
2021-08-30, Engine
2008 HYUNDAI AZERA. CONSUMER WRITES SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS MADE RELATED TO SAFETY RECALL 14V-415.
2020-09-10, Structure
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING A THUMPING A SCRAPING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO CAPE & ISLANDS MITSUBISHI LOCATED AT 527 STATION AVE, SOUTH YARMOUTH MA, 02664, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
2020-01-10, Air Bags
THE AIR BAGS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO SEAT BELTS.AIR BAGS STAYS ON. #2 BRAKE PEDAL IS ON THE SPONGY SIDE. HYUNDAI DEALER COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM.THE MECHANIC TOLD ME FLUID WAS LEAKING EVERYWHERE.I TOLD HIM THERE ARE NO LEAKS IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM CAUSE I CHECKED THE MASTER SYSTEM MYSELF IALSO HAD THE BRAKES BIEED=OK

2008 Hyundai Azera questions

Does the 2008 Hyundai Azera have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2008 Hyundai Azera: Water in ABS Module Can Cause Fire, Even When Parked; Driver's seat can move unexpectedly while driving; Suspension:Rear; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Air Bags:Frontal; Seat Belts:Front. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Hyundai Azera?

Based on 69 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seats (24), Air Bags (16), Electrical System (14).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Hyundai Azera has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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