2015 Hyundai Azera Problems

Severe Issues

Shopping for a used 2015 Hyundai Azera? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 9 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Unintended Acceleration the most reported area.

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Before you buy

This 2015 Hyundai Azera has 9 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Unintended Acceleration.

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9
Complaints
1
Crashes
Fires
3
Injuries
Fatalities
1
Recalls

2015 Hyundai Azera Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2015 Hyundai Azera trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.

20
MPG City
1920 range
28
MPG Hwy
2828 range
23
MPG Combined
2223 range
391
g CO₂/mile
Regular Gasoline
⚠️Costs $2,250 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.

2015 Hyundai Azera Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

Not Rated

Frontal Crash

Not Rated

Side Crash

Not Rated

Rollover

Not Rated
Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2015 Hyundai Azera has 9 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Unintended Acceleration. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.

2015 Hyundai Azera — key reliability facts
Make
Hyundai
Model
Azera
Model year
2015
NHTSA owner complaints
9
Crash-related complaints
1
Safety recall campaigns
1
Top reported component
Unintended Acceleration
Reliability signal
Severe Issues
EPA MPG combined
23
EPA MPG city / highway
20 / 28
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
Electronic stability control
Standard

Common problems

Most common 2015 Hyundai Azera problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
4
complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Crash-related:1
Injuries:3
#2
3
complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Injuries:2
#3
3
complaints

Steering Defects

Complaint patterns center on Unintended Acceleration, Transmission / Drivetrain, Steering Defects. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2015 Hyundai Azera?

The 2015 Hyundai Azera shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.

Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2015 Hyundai Azera

Inspection Focus

  • Test drive to check for unintended acceleration behavior.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for transmission, drivetrain, and steering repairs.
  • Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.

Before You Close the Deal

  • Test drive to check for unintended acceleration behavior.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for transmission, drivetrain, and steering repairs.
  • Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.

Check the exact car

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AI verdict

What the complaint data suggests

Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

Based on 9 NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Hyundai Azera, complaints are concentrated in unintended acceleration, transmission/drivetrain, and steering defects. There is 1 recall and 1 crash-related complaint, but the low sample size limits confidence.

Key Findings
  • Unintended acceleration accounts for 4 of 9 complaints.
  • Transmission/drivetrain and steering defects each have 3 complaints.
  • Only 1 model year (2015) was analyzed.
Top Concerns
  • Unintended Acceleration
  • Transmission / Drivetrain
  • Steering Defects
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. Only 9 complaints for a single model year provide low statistical confidence.

Full breakdown

All 2015 Hyundai Azera complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Hyundai Azera. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Unintended Acceleration41
Transmission / Drivetrain3
Steering Defects3
Engine Problems2
Electrical Faults1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Suspension Failures1
Brake System1
Uncategorized Issues1

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2015 Hyundai Azera. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 9 most recent complaints

Transmission / DrivetrainNov 22, 2025

Engine has a timing belt issue since 70,000 miles where it will rattle when it starts Transmission is going out BEFORE 100,000 miles

Steering DefectsDec 10, 2024

This is happened too many times even though in frequent and it is very unsafe when it happens on the open road as the steering will be completely unavailable most likely relative to the eps. No incident yet but that is only because I’m a good driver, but it sure is unsafe and sc…

Electrical FaultsJul 10, 2023

I have made sure that the oil was changed on my 2015 Hyundai Azera. It has consistantly used oil. And now , I noticed a disturbing sound under the hood. Now, i have found metal shavings in my oil. This is a Theta engine. 6 cylinder. And according to the internet. Since 2011, Hyun…

Transmission / DrivetrainApr 8, 2023

My Vehicle has no warning signs lights that it has an problem/issue to warn. When driving to 30mpg the vehicle does a forceful jerk forward to a stop causing whiplash effect to driver and passengers. When vehicle comes to a near stop to traffic or light it creates the same effect…

Steering DefectsMar 12, 2023

When traveling at speeds above 50 mph, my steering has a dead-spot, on-center. At this steering position when trying to keep the car straight on the road or highway, the steering wheel sticks and requires force to keep my car heading straight.

Steering DefectsJan 1, 2020

HIT A BUMP IN ROAD AND LOST CONTROL OF CAR. UNSTABLE BOUNCING ?IN MOTION

Transmission / DrivetrainAug 13, 2019

VEHICLE HARD TO PLACE IN REVERSE. THEN WHEN IN DRIVE, RPM WOULD GO UP WHEN STEPPING ON GAS PEDAL BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT GO. THEN THE CAR WOULD SUDDENLY SLAM INTO GEAR AND LUNGE FORWARD. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT EVER CAN ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO G…

Unintended Acceleration CrashNov 30, 2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING FROM THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CEMENT STEPS OF AN APARTMENT BUILDING AND AS A RESULT, THE AIR BAGS D…

Uncategorized IssuesMar 8, 2016

WINDSHIELD WIPER JETS FAILED. RENTED FROM AVIS AT DEN

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2015 Hyundai Azera.

Safety recalls

2015 Hyundai Azera recalls

1 campaign

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2015 Hyundai Azera. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

Safety recall

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

#23V651000SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE22/09/2023

Across model years

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Questions

2015 Hyundai Azera buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2015 Hyundai Azera reliable?

Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 9 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2015 Hyundai Azera shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Azera?

#1: Unintended Acceleration (4 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (3 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (3 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Hyundai Azera?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2015 Hyundai Azera?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2015 Hyundai Azera, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 9 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2015 Hyundai Azera have any recalls?

Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2015 Hyundai Azera. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.

Should I buy a 2015 Hyundai Azera?

The 2015 Hyundai Azera shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Unintended Acceleration during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Azera reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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