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Hyundai Equus recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 96 owner complaints for the Hyundai Equus, covering model years 2011 to 2016. The 2014 model year drew the most complaints (36), and Suspension is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 3 recall campaigns on file
  • 96 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 6 model years with data (2011–2016)
  • most complaints: 2014 (36 for that model year)
  • top component: Suspension (24 complaints)
  • latest recall 23V651000 (reported Sep 22, 2023)
  • 4 complaints reporting a crash (4.2%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a fire (1.0%)
  • 5 complaints reporting an injury (5.2%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Hyundai Equus complaints by model year

6 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2014 model year has the most complaints: 36 of 96, or 37.5%. Next come 2011 (24) and 2013 (10). The fewest are for 2012, with 8 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Hyundai Equus owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2011–2016Column chart of 96 complaints across 6 model years. The highest is 2014 with 36. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2011: 24 complaints2420112012: 8 complaints820122013: 10 complaints1020132014: 36 complaints3620142015: 9 complaints920152016: 9 complaints92016
Hyundai Equus complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Hyundai Equus complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
2011242120
201281010
2013101010
2014360000
201590010
201690000
All model years964150

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Hyundai Equus components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Suspension is the component named most often, in 24 complaints (25.0% of all 96), followed by Electrical System (15) and Service Brakes (11).

Components named most often in Hyundai Equus complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Hyundai Equus complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Suspension2425.0%
Electrical System1515.6%
Service Brakes1111.5%
Exterior Lighting99.4%
Seats99.4%
Engine88.3%
Power Train88.3%
Unknown or Other88.3%
Steering77.3%
Wheels77.3%
Vehicle Speed Control66.3%
Air Bags55.2%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)55.2%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic55.2%
Fuel/Propulsion System44.2%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Hyundai Equus recalls

3 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Equus, newest first. The 3 campaigns cover model years 2011 to 2015. The 2011 model year appears in the most campaigns (2).

  • 3 recall campaigns
  • 1 “Park Outside” advisory
Hyundai Equus recall campaigns covering each model year
2011: 2 campaigns2012: 1 campaign2013: 1 campaign2014: 1 campaign2015: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 23V651000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model years 2014–2015

    NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

    Consequence:
    An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  2. NHTSA campaign 16V117000

    Reported

    Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor

    Model years 2011–2013

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  3. NHTSA campaign 14V713000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch

    Model year 2011

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai Equus vehicles manufactured July 31, 2010, to November 21, 2010. Due to a circuit failure, the stop lamps in the affected vehicles may not illuminate.

    Consequence:
    A following vehicle may not recognize that the vehicle is slowing or coming to a stop if the stop lamps on the vehicle do not illuminate as expected. There is an increased risk of a rear-end crash as a result.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the stop lamp switch circuit, free of charge. Hyundai issued an interim notification to owners on January 6, 2015. The recall began on March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 125.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Hyundai Equus questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Hyundai Equus have?

NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recall campaigns for the Hyundai Equus, covering model years 2011 to 2016. The most recent, 23V651000, was reported on September 22, 2023 and is filed under “Service brakes, hydraulic”. The 2011 model year is covered by the most campaigns (2).

Which Hyundai Equus model year has the most complaints?

The 2014 model year, with 36 of the 96 complaints in NHTSA’s file (37.5%). The next are 2011 (24) and 2013 (10). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Hyundai Equus complaint?

Suspension is the component named most often: 24 complaints, or 25.0% of all 96. Electrical System (15) and Service Brakes (11) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Hyundai Equus?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Hyundai dealer.

How many Hyundai Equus complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 96 complaints, 4 report a crash, 1 a fire, 5 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.