2013 Hyundai Azera vs 2013 Hyundai Sonata
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Hyundai Azera | 2013 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 112 | 1,900 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 68 | 179 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 93 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 97 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23 | 26–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 61,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Azera | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 17 | 728 |
| Steering | 33 | 340 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 260 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 197 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 141 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 133 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 101 |
| Power Train | 3 | 94 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 18 | 154 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 57 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 196 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 130 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 73 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 45 |
2013 Hyundai Azera
2013 Hyundai Sonata
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.