The most-reported Azera run is KMHFC46F86A (2006 builds) with 27 complaints, 6.6× the typical run. Air bags problems make up 21% of reports; 2006 is the worst model year at 12.8 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for Azera model years 2006–2017.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Hyundai Azera has 158 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 14% of every Azera complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KMHFC46F86A•••••• | 2006 | 5 | — | |
| KMHFC46F16A•••••• | 2006 | — | 1 | |
| KMHFC46F26A•••••• | 2006 | — | 1 | |
| KMHFC46F96A•••••• | 2006 | 1 | — | |
| KMHFC46F06A•••••• | 2006 | — | 1 | |
| KMHFC46F56A•••••• | 2006 | — | 1 | |
| KMHFC46F76A•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| KMHFC46F46A•••••• | 2006 | 1 | — | |
| KMHFC46F17A•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| KMHFC46FX6A•••••• | 2006 | 1 | — | |
| KMHFC46F57A•••••• | 2007 | 1 | — | |
| KMHFC46F66A•••••• | 2006 | 1 | — |
Each of the other 146 Azera runs has 11 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 22 Azera VINs so far, most often 2014, 2012, 2010 builds.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Hyundai Azera the gap between build years is 12.8×: a 2006 car draws 12.8 complaints per run, a 2015 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 12 | 7 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 14 | 10 | — | |
| 2015 | 8 | 8 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 47 | 19 | — | |
| 2013 | 107 | 21 | 3 | |
| 2012 | 72 | 21 | 3 | |
| 2011 | 17 | 12 | 2 | |
| 2010 | 7 | 6 | — | |
| 2009 | 21 | 14 | — | |
| 2008 | 61 | 14 | 4 | |
| 2007 | 120 | 19 | 5 | |
| 2006 | 166 | 13 | 9 |
Heaviest year here is 2006 at 12.8 complaints per run; lightest is 2015 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 21% of everything Hyundai Azera owners report: Air Bags, 140 of 652 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 13 | — | |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 8 | |
| Steering | 3 | — | |
| Electrical System | 3 | 10 | |
| Engine | — | 7 | |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 3 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 12 recall campaigns on the Hyundai Azera; the 6 below cover build years 2006 to 2015. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 18V026000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip | 2006–2011 |
| 13V354000 | Suspension:rear | 2006–2011 |
| 13V113000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 2007–2011 |
| 23V651000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2012–2015 |
| 09V497000 | Air Bags:frontal | 2006–2009 |
| 10V007000 | Air Bags:frontal | 2006–2009 |
18V026000 was opened in 2018 on cars built from 2006: 12 years on the road before the recall.
The Azera against its rivals
The Azera draws 4.1 complaints per production run; the Chrysler 300C 5.1 and the Infiniti M45 6.7. That is the lowest rate of the 3.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Azera | 652 | 158 | 4.3% | |
| Chrysler 300C | 1,041 | 204 | 1.7% | |
| Infiniti M45 | 154 | 23 | 0% |
How serious were they
Of the 652 reports on the Hyundai Azera, 4.3% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Hyundai Azera | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 652 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 28 (4.3%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 20 (3.1%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 26 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Hyundai Azera share of that is 652 complaints over 158 runs, 0.06% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Hyundai Azera VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 652 NHTSA complaints from 158 Azera runs and 12 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Azera production run has the most complaints?
KMHFC46F86A, a 2006 build, with 27 complaints, 5 of them after a crash. The typical Azera run has 4.1.
Which Azera years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2006 is heaviest at 12.8 complaints per run and 2015 lightest at 1.
Does the Azera get more complaints than the Chrysler 300C?
No: 4.1 complaints per production run for the Azera against 5.1 for the Chrysler 300C.
How many Azera complaints involve a crash?
4.3% of 652 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 20 involved a fire.
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