2009 Hyundai Azera Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2009 Hyundai Azera has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (7 reports).

5Recalls
26Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2009 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.

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 2009 Hyundai Azera problems

Problem areas named in the 26 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System7
Engine6
Vehicle Speed Control5
Service Brakes3
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)2
Wheels2
Equipment2
Tires1
Suspension1
Steering1

What owners report

2023-11-26, Electrical System
Good afternoon, my name is [XXX] . I purchased my 2009 Hyundai Azera limited edition in 2019 used with 98385 miles after I had the car for 9mths the car stopped running and the company I purchased the car from uses a repair company called Silver Rock which maintained the car I was told a belt popped after receiving the car back 2 days later the engine blow. They replaced the engine and from there The check engine light stayed on the Diagnostics check stated the O2 sensor needed attention repaired that light went off for a week after a week the check engine light returned had it checked again and the O2 sensor showed up again so I had someone else change them again light went off 2 days later
2021-04-29, Electrical System
DEFECTIVE ENGINE COVER GASKET LEAKED OIL ON ALTERNATOR AND DESTROYED IT. SAME CONDITION AS RECENT HYUNDAI VERA CRUZ RECALL. I BELIEVE ENGINES ARE THE SAME BUT AZERA NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL
2020-08-28, Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED TO START UP, THE CONTACT HAD TO USE A CABLE JUMPER TO START THE ENGINE UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION AND THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE RADIATOR WAS FRACTURED, THE ENGINE EXHIBITED OIL LEAK, AND THE SERPENTINE BELT HAD SEPARATED. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED WATER DAMAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2020-01-01, Electrical System
EXTREME FIRE HAZARD WARNING - HYUNDAI - INSUFFICIENT WIRING INSULATION. 2009 AZERA STALLED AND DIED GOING 45 MPH DURING LIGHT RAIN 12/9/19. TOW TRUCK DRIVER TESTED BATTERY AND FOUND LOW ALTERNATOR OUTPUT. REPLACED ALTERNATOR AND VALVE COVER GASKET WHERE OIL WAS LEAKING ONTO ALTERNATOR. ONCE REPAIRED, CONTINUED TO GET P0108 ERROR CODE AND STALLING AFTER 20 MIN OF RUN. REMOVED PAINT AND ADDED ELECTRICAL GEL TO ALL MAIN GROUND WIRE TO BODY/FRAME POINTS (ALL WERE PAINTED, UNSURE HOW IT WAS GROUNDED IN FIRST PLACE). PROBLEM PERSISTED WITH NEW CODES NOW P2106, P1295, P0122, P0222, P0123, P0108, P2173, P161B. LIMPED CAR TO LOCAL SHOP AND CALLED HYUNDAI, WHO ASSIGNED CASE #16592407. SHOP SAI
2019-04-24, Electrical System
ELECTRICAL FIRE

2009 Hyundai Azera questions

Does the 2009 Hyundai Azera have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2009 Hyundai Azera: Water in ABS Module Can Cause Fire, Even When Parked; Suspension:Rear; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Air Bags:Frontal; Seat Belts:Front; Air Bags:Frontal; Seat Belts:Front. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Hyundai Azera?

Based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (7), Engine (6), Vehicle Speed Control (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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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