2008 Hyundai Azera: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2008 Hyundai Azera: 6 recalls, 69 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
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Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts, Airbags Vehicle recall #09V497000 · 2009 · 65,185 vehicles
What's wrong: The wiring harness for the right front seat belt tension sensor May sustain damage after repeated use of the seat belt. If the seat belt tension sensor wiring becomes damaged the air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash necessitating front air bag deployment.
Why it matters: The seat occupant is at an increased risk of injury should the air bag not deploy as intended.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on February 22, 2010.
Seat belts, Airbags Vehicle recall #10V007000 · 2010 · 80 vehicles
What's wrong: The wiring harness for the right front seat belt tension sensor May sustain damage after repeated use of the seat belt. If the seat belt tension sensor wiring becomes damaged the air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash necessitating front air bag deployment.
Why it matters: The seat occupant is at an increased risk of injury should the air bag not deploy as intended.
The fix: Hyundai will inspect and replace the right front seat belt and install a new seat belt tension sensor wiring harness clip, if necessary, and reroute the right front seat belt tension sensor wiring and secure the wiring with a new harness clip. This service will be performed free of charge. The…
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #13V113000 · 2013 · 1,712,336 vehicles
What's wrong: Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 accent and tucson, model year 2007-2010 elantra, model year 2007-2011 santa fe, model year 2008-2009 veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis coupe, and model year 2011 sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of…
Why it matters: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'on' position, the transmission shifter May be able to be moved out of park without first applying the brake. This May lead…
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013.
Suspension Vehicle recall #13V354000 · 2013 · 364,502 vehicles
What's wrong: Road salt and water can enter portions of the rear crossmember, leading to corrosion of the crossmember steel. This May lead to detachment of one of the rear control arms.
Why it matters: Control arm separation May suddenly change the rear wheel alignment, affecting the handling of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the crossmember assembly. The recall began on October 8, 2013.
Seats Vehicle recall #16V630000 · 2016 · 9,700 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the power-adjustable front driver seat May unexpectedly move without the driver's input while the vehicle is being driven.
Why it matters: Unintentional movement of the driver's seat May affect the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power-adjustable seat switch, free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2016.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #18V026000 · 2018 · 87,854 vehicles
What's wrong: Water May enter the anti-lock brake (ABS) module and result in an electrical short .
Why it matters: An electrical short within the ABS module May cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2018. Owners May call Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall…
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Exterior lights Equipment recall #08E021000 · 2008 · 4,085 vehicles
What's wrong: These headlamp assemblies May not have been aligned properly and fail to conform to the photometric requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Why it matters: Improper aiming of the headlamp May result in poor visibility possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Hyundai-Kia dealers have been notified and instructed to return their supply to Hyundai motor america. None of the headlamps were sold as retail. As a result, an owner notification letter will not be issued.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seats (24): the most common themes are electrical failure (4).
- Airbags (16): the most common themes are warning light on (4), fails to deploy (2).
- Electrical (14): the most common themes are electrical failure (5), warning light on (4), door / lock issues (3).
- Brakes (14): the most common themes are warning light on (3), noise or vibration (2).
The 2008 Hyundai Azera has 69 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 13 Azera model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 55). Complaints peaked in 2015 (12 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 62,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2007 (132 complaints, 8 recalls), 2009 (26 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2008 Hyundai Azera have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2008 Hyundai Azera, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2008 Hyundai Azera problems?
Owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seats (24), airbags (16), electrical (14).
What gas mileage does the 2008 Hyundai Azera get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.3 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2008 Hyundai Azera repair manual?
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