Hyundai Equus recalls and problems by year
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 87 owner complaints for the Hyundai Equus (model years 2011–2016). The most reported problem area is suspension (23 complaints), followed by electrical system (14 complaints). The 2011 model year has the most recalls (2).
By complaints filed, the peak model years are 2014 (36), 2011 (24) and 2013 (10). Among model years at least two years old, the 2012 has the fewest complaints on file (8).
Most reported problem areas
What owners name in their complaints across all Hyundai Equus model years. A complaint can name more than one area.
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 23 | 5 of 6 | |
| Electrical system | 14 | 5 of 6 | |
| Seats | 9 | 2 of 6 | |
| Power train | 8 | 3 of 6 | |
| Service brakes | 8 | 2 of 6 |
All 3 recalls
| Recall | Date | Problem area | Model years | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V651000 | Sep 22, 2023 | Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module | 2014–2015 | 1,649,478 |
| 16V117000 | Feb 29, 2016 | Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor | 2011–2013 | 18,700 |
| 14V713000 | Nov 7, 2014 | Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch | 2011 | 42,925 |
Vehicles: the manufacturer's estimate of all vehicles potentially affected by the recall, across every model it covers. Each model-year page lists what its recalls fix.
Owners reported a crash in 4 complaints and a fire in 1 complaint; 5 people injured and 0 deaths are recorded in these reports. These are the owners' accounts, not findings of cause.
Complaint counts grow with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road; compare years with that in mind. Complaints are unverified owner reports.