YearToAvoid

2014 Hyundai Azera Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Caution The 2014 Hyundai Azera has a complaint index of 50 and ranks 7th worst out of 13 model years, earning a Caution verdict. Brakes account for 52% of its 48 complaints, with one recall for fire risk tied to the brake system.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
50/100
#7 of 13 Azera years
Verdict
Caution
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
48
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
1
1 Park Outside
Crashes
0
reported in complaints
Fires
2
Injuries
0
Top issue
Brakes
Best nearby year
2017
rated Best
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
23
19 city / 28 hwy
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Top 2014 Hyundai Azera problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Brakes25 (52%)
  2. Engine9 (19%)
  3. Steering9 (19%)
  4. Electrical System7 (15%)
  5. Airbags4 (8%)
  6. Other3 (6%)
  7. Structure & Body2 (4%)
  8. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (2%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Owners report brake system fires, in one case after the vehicle was parked and unattended, with fire damage discovered later.
  • Some drivers describe the steering wandering at highway speeds, requiring constant correction to keep the car in its lane.
  • Multiple owners say the steering wheel veers left to right on its own at speeds around 55 mph, in some cases causing loss of control.
  • One owner reported the cruise control accelerating going uphill and coasting downhill instead of maintaining a steady speed.
  • A loud clattering noise at startup was traced by a dealer representative to a timing chain tensioner issue.
  • One owner reported the front wheel guard assembly fracturing and separating from the vehicle while in reverse.
2014 Hyundai Azera complaints: complaints filed per month4May 2014May 2015Dec 2016Sep 2020Sep 2022Feb 2024Jul 2024Aug 2026
48 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2014 to Aug 2026; peak Mar 2024 (4).

2014 Hyundai Azera recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. 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.

2014 Hyundai Azera fuel economy and fuel cost

City
19 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.

2014 compared with other Azera years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2012Caution6774223
2013Avoid92112223
2014Caution5048123
2015Caution259122.5
2016Good3315122.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Hyundai Azera reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 Azera has a complaint index of 50 and ranks 7th worst among 13 model years, giving it a Caution verdict relative to other Azera years.
What is the biggest problem with the 2014 Hyundai Azera?
Brakes are the top problem area, making up 52% of complaints (25 of 48), with a median mileage at failure of 78,000 miles.
Does the 2014 Hyundai Azera have a recall?
Yes, NHTSA lists one recall (23V651000) covering the brake system, which involves a fire risk; owners are advised to park outside until the repair is complete.
How does the 2014 Azera compare to other years?
The 2014 model's complaint index of 50 is better than the 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2013 Azeras, which are rated Avoid, but worse than the 2010, 2011, 2016, and 2017 model years.
What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Hyundai Azera?
The 2014 Azera is rated at 23 mpg combined (19 city / 28 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800 according to the EPA.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.