2012 Hyundai Azera Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2012 Hyundai Azera ranks 5th worst out of 13 model years with a complaint index of 67 and a Caution verdict. Steering complaints dominate, making up 51% of the 74 complaints, with a median failure mileage of 61,499 miles, plus two recalls covering brakes and airbags.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 67/100
- #5 of 13 Azera years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 74
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- 1 Park Outside
- Crashes
- 3
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Steering
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 23
- 20 city / 28 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2012 Hyundai Azera problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering38 (51%)
- Brakes12 (16%)
- Engine12 (16%)
- Airbags7 (9%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (7%)
- Other3 (4%)
- Structure & Body3 (4%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Steering wheel pulls to one side or feels off-center, sometimes worsening tire wear.
- EPS warning light comes on with steering becoming extremely difficult or nearly locking up.
- A motor-driven steering coupling failure was diagnosed by an owner, matching a part recalled on other Hyundai models.
- Airbags failed to deploy in a reported crash despite significant vehicle damage.
- Front and rear tires on the same side blew out on separate occasions while driving at low speed.
- Transmission jerked violently when shifted into reverse, with the issue recurring despite dealer visits.
2012 Hyundai Azera recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V651000Sep 22, 2023Brakes1,649,478 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 13V264000Jun 25, 2013Airbags5,200 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Azera vehicles manufactured May 22, 2012, through November 23, 2012. The occupant detection system may fail to properly differentiate whether the front passenger seat occupant is an adult, a child or a child restraint seat.
Risk: If the occupant is incorrectly classified, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the airbag may deploy with greater or lesser force than appropriate, resulting in an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the airbag system. The recall beagan on August 13, 2013. Hyundai's recall number is "Campaign 111." Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
2012 Hyundai Azera fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 20 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,800
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2012 compared with other Azera years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2012 Hyundai Azera reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2012 Azera has a complaint index of 67, ranking 5th worst of 13 model years, with a Caution verdict based on owner complaints and recalls.
- What is the most common problem with the 2012 Hyundai Azera?
- Steering is the top problem area, accounting for 38 of 74 complaints (51%), with a median mileage at failure of 61,499 miles.
- Does the 2012 Hyundai Azera have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists two recalls for the 2012 Azera: one for brakes (campaign 23V651000, park outside advisory) and one for an airbag occupant detection issue (campaign 13V264000).
- How does the 2012 Azera compare to other Azera years?
- The 2012 model's complaint index of 67 is worse than the 2010 (8, Best) and 2011 (42, Good) model years, but better than 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2013, which all carry Avoid verdicts.