Does the 2012 Hyundai Equus have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Hyundai Equus, the most recent reported on February 29, 2016 (Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Equus?

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (4 complaints), followed by engine (3).

How many 2012 Hyundai Equus complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 8 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2012 Hyundai Equus recalls and problems

1 recall and 8 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Hyundai Equus.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2012 Hyundai Equus recalls

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor

NHTSA campaign 16V117000 · reported February 29, 2016 · Hyundai Motor America · 18,700 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.
The risk: Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.

Most reported problems

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

Power train4
Engine3
Suspension2
Air bags1
Electrical system1
Electronic stability control (ESC)1

What owners report

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

Jul 11, 2026 · Engine
I am writing to log an immediate emergency update to my vehicle safety report regarding my 2012 Hyundai Equus Signature 5.0L. On Friday afternoon, July 10, 2026, Hyundai Motor America’s corporate office formally initiated a high-level Tier-2 supervisor review to investigate the severe powertrain safety hazard…

Jul 8, 2026 · Engine
I am reporting a severe vehicle safety hazard involving a sudden loss of motive power and extreme thermal failure on my 2012 Hyundai Equus Signature 5.0L. In July 2022, at 88,845 miles, an authorized Hyundai dealership replaced the transmission under a factory warranty event. Rather than replacing the transmission oil…

Jul 6, 2026 · Power train
I was driving on the highway and my transmission due to a failed transmission service done to my vehicle caused my vehicle’s transmission to overheat a blowout my transmission cooler and mix coolant and transmission fluid unknown to me because of a clogged transmission cooler line improperly flushed instead of…

May 31, 2020 · Air bags · 75,000 miles · crash reported
FOLLOWING A SLIP ON THE ROAD I AM THE VICTIM OF AN ACCIDENT ON THE EDGE OF A HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CAR STRUCK THE MOUNTAIN, BUT THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO ACTIVATE IN THE ACCIDENT RESULTING IN A FRONTAL IMPACT, WHICH CAUSED ME SERIOUS INJURY. WHY THE AIRBAGS ARE NOT TRIGGERED ?? THE CAR MADE SEVERAL ROTATIONS AND SUFFERED…

Mar 20, 2020 · Suspension · 108,516 miles
FROM THE DESK OF LMI'S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: […] I PURCHASED 2012 EQUUS ON MARCH 7, 2012 WITH 108,216 MILES. THE CARS SUSPENSION STARTED GOING BAD AS OF LAST WEEK. I BROUGHT THE CAR BACK ON MARCH 20, 2020 TO HAVE A MIRROR REPLACED AND TO DISCUSS THE SUSPENSION PROBLEM. IT?S BEEN OVER A WEEK AND TODAY THEM AFTER A 45…

Equus model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2011	2	24	2	1
2012	1	8	1	0
2013	1	10	1	0
2014	1	36	0	0
2015	1	9	0	0

Across all years, the 2014 Equus has the most complaints (36). All Hyundai Equus years →

Questions

Does the 2012 Hyundai Equus have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Hyundai Equus, the most recent reported on February 29, 2016 (Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Equus?: Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (4 complaints), followed by engine (3).
How many 2012 Hyundai Equus complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 8 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 11, 2026.