2013 Hyundai Equus recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Hyundai Equus; the most frequently affected component is visibility — motor. Owners filed 10 complaints, most often about suspension. Among the 6 model years of this model in the database, 2013 ranks #3 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints10

Crashes reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Visibility — MotorCampaign 16V117000 · 29 Feb 2016

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.

Risk: Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 10 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Suspension2 · 20%

Power train2 · 20%

Electronic stability control (esc)2 · 20%

Service brakes2 · 20%

Vehicle speed control2 · 20%

Wheels1 · 10%

Fuel/propulsion system1 · 10%

Steering1 · 10%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

Test drive before purchasing was stopped after a 1/4 of mile because of heavy front end shaking. Dealership changed tires saying that would fix the problem. Since then it has also fixed front end alignment twice, changed the driveshaft and two rear axles. Vehicle still shakes. Vehicle is perilous to drive on bumpy…
Suspension · Dec 2013 · NHTSA complaint record

.we have had 3 blowouts ,on three different occasions.the tires are continental ,275/40/19.the first one was in,new jersey,driving at approx 35-40mph,approx with10k wear onthe tire.tire was replaced at brad benson rte 1,nj.the second blowout was in may 2015 with about 20k onthe tire in miami,fl,speed 35mph..tire was…
Wheels · Sep 2015 · NHTSA complaint record

Car unresponsive to inputs from the accelerator pedal. Multiple dashboard warning lights - vsm off, dsc, epb, psb, airbag, and check engine lights; vehicle still running. The first instance occurred on a freeway feeder road while going 45mph; car was unresponsive to any inputs from the accelerator for approximately 10…
Power train · Feb 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

I was driving on i-85 s from north carolina when suddenly my car starts to feel like it was dragging. I continued to drive for a few more exits to see if it would stop. I got off after four exits, turned off the car, and checked the tires. Nothing appeared wrong. I waited several minutes and i still could not…
Suspension · Aug 2018 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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