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2017 Hyundai Azera recalls and problems

1 recall and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Hyundai Azera.

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recalls
12
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2017 Hyundai Azera recalls

Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid, latch

NHTSA campaign 21V619000 · reported August 6, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America · 348,158 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
The risk
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 17, 2024 · Engine and engine cooling

See attached document for complaint.

Oct 5, 2021 · Latches/locks/linkages · 25,000 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that the trunk was difficult to open manually. The contact was able to open the trunk after several attempts. However, the trunk would no longer close securely and had to be tied closed with a wire. The dealer was notified and advised that they were overbooked…

Jul 2, 2021 · Steering · 69,110 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the steering wheel ceased and failed to move freely. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he experienced failure on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The…

Apr 5, 2021 · Seats · 35,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SEATS WERE LOOSE AND UNSTABLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CARMAX (2501 POWELL AVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37204, [phone removed]) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRACKETS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED…

Mar 19, 2021 · Steering · 38,000 miles

I'VE OWNED MY 2017 AZERA SINCE DEC 2018. I LOVE THE VEHICLE BUT THE STEERING STICKS AS MENTIONED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE CURRENTLY ONLY HAS 38K MILES AND I USE IT FOR THE MOST PART ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS SEEMS TO ONLY HAPPEN AT SPEEDS OVER 55MPH. YOU HAVE TO GIVE THE STEERING A SLIGHT JERK TO GET…

Azera model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2014 14802
2015 1910
2016 11511
2017 11210

Across all years, the 2006 Azera has the most complaints (188). All Hyundai Azera years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Hyundai Azera have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Hyundai Azera, the most recent reported on August 6, 2021 (Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid, latch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Azera?
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (5 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).
How many 2017 Hyundai Azera complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 17, 2024.