2008 Hyundai Azera Consumer Discussions

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Bluetooth and Ipod

  Written by: srk12 on Dec 17, 2011 8:55:30 PM

  Hi, i just bought 2008 hyundai azera that has single disc player and navigation. It is missing AUX port. The car does not have bluetooth connectivity either. Can someone advise me on a product that allows me to listen music and take call on an iphone? thanks

Hyundai Azera Tires and Wheels

• Re: noise on Azera

  Written by: smdctroy on Nov 25, 2011 11:55:07 AM

  I bought a 2008 Hyundai Azera about 2 years ago. After a few weeks I went back to the dealer and complained about the road noise. They acted like it was a problem no one had ever mentioned before and told me that the technician thought I should buy a new set of tires and have the wheels aligned. I did as nailahrenee had done, I moved my spare to the ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Electrical Questions

• Re: 2006 Azera Electrical Problem [popeye4]

  Written by: lyn1here on Sep 26, 2011 3:23:36 PM

  My 2008 Azera (purchased earlier this year) is having the same electrical problem you described. This is the 3rd time since August that it has been in to Hyundai service to correct the problem. The battery was replaced the first 2 times and they can't find the drain and after sitting 5 days, it was dead again. My frustration is mounting and I need help! Did anyone find a solution???

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Dashboard crack

  Written by: mozartman on Jul 10, 2011 7:49:22 PM

  Hello all, I bought 2008 Azera Limited this Wednesday with 12,000 miles. And yesterday I noticed crack on dashboard. Should I call dealership or should I call Hyundai first? And I assume replacement will be covered by warranty, won't it? Thanks.

Hyundai Auto Finance is relentless

• Priority Hyundai

  Written by: siamese57 on May 27, 2011 7:51:55 AM

  Please make sure you can afford a car- new or used - with the financing Priority offers. They suckered me into buying a used '06 Azera at a very high interest rate, financed thru Wells Fargo. The Finance Officer, Phil Kaufman assured me that after 8 months, I could reapply for a refinance and my interest rate would drop substantially. HE LIED!! My credit has not recovered sincr my divorce in ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2006

• 2010 Best Used Cars Listing

  Written by: allmet33 on Nov 8, 2010 8:26:24 AM

  Wow...all the hits the Azera took for its suspension issues and now, the 2006-2008 Azera has been chosen by Edmunds as one of the best used car values for the large sedan segment. Offering an upscale look inside and out and a number of unexpected luxury features for a reasonable price, the Azera also boasts the solid build quality and steadfast reliability that Hyundai is becoming known for. Strong crash test ... Read More

Hyundai Azera - Low key touches of luxury

• Re: My Batmobile [wobbly_ears]

  Written by: gameday22 on Jun 18, 2010 1:30:28 AM

  First off I really love my 09' Azera Limited (Ultimate Plus Package w/navigation and the upgraded sound system), what a great car for the money. It offers a lot of bang for the dollar, runs great and has a lot of creature comforts that cars costing considerably more fail to offer. I picked mine up used for $22k with only 7800 miles on it. It had a clean Carfax and was ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Maintenance and Repair

• Pay to reprogram alarm FOB?

  Written by: rmeyrowitz on Apr 4, 2010 6:47:26 PM

  One of my keyless entry modules stopped working (2008 Azera Ltd) the other day. Key still opened and started the car though. I changed the fob battery but it still doesn't work. Went to Hyundai who wanted $52 to reprogram my alarm FOB (What does FOB stand for?). I would have paid it if I had the hour they said they needed but should I? I've never had one of these ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Hyundai Azera 2008 Model Performance even after an accident

  Written by: dcrobbie22041 on Mar 19, 2010 1:39:54 AM

  For anyone who has any doubts, my 2008 Azera Limited is doing fabulously, even after a major rear-end accident last year. The 22 year old driver of an Enterprise rental car (whose car was already in the shop from another accident) took out my left rear quarter-panel, tire, chunk off the steel wheel, and spun me around. I was not only uninjured, but managed to pull the car off onto the ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Re: Monroe Struts / Shocks [tinydog1]

  Written by: SilverBullet00 on Feb 25, 2010 11:36:43 AM

  Yes, I'm still on the noisy OEM Michelins w/32K on my 2008 Limited, but not for long, have four General Altimax HP's coming this week from Threadpot.com. Cost $375.08 plus shipping. I could not find a better price on line or from my local tire dealers. They can be special ordered from Wal-Mart at $135 apiece. I will have my dealer install them and get them aligned at the same time. ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2009

• Sounds Like A Good Strategy

  Written by: dcrobbie22041 on Feb 25, 2010 12:12:39 AM

  If the rumors are true about positioning their models and brands upmarket are true, keeping the Sonata to a 4 cylinder and Azera to a 6 cylinder makes absolute sense. They could offer the Sonata and Azera in both basic and limited trims, make the Genesis their 8 cylinder car (again in both basic and limited trims), and then the Equus would be their ultra-luxury and big-engine offering. Hyundai definitely has ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Azera

• Re: 2011 Hyundai Azera [alymac]

  Written by: dcrobbie22041 on Jan 31, 2010 11:16:12 PM

  Love my 2008 Azera Limited here in Washington, DC area and hope it gets remade as a continuing model. Genesis V-8 is impractical for me with all the city driving I do, though I would love one. I used to own a 2001 XG300 and saw a few in Canada when I used to frequently visit up there with my long-distance partner in Winnipeg. As I've discovered in browsing Hyundai's international ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Tires and Wheels

• TSBs

  Written by: shagnat on Dec 30, 2009 10:59:16 PM

  How can I find the TSBs on my Hyundai Azera Limited (2008)? TIA, --Shag

Hyundai Azera Audio and Entertainment

• Re: News about 2008 Azera Ultimate with Nav Stereo [dcrobbie22041]

  Written by: bmb1767 on Nov 14, 2009 3:32:15 PM

  Uh... you do see that this particular forum is about the audio and entertainment for the Hyundai Azera, right????? Why are you complaining about limiting discussions in this forum to other areas when this is what this one is about???? There is a service forum. Maybe YOU should post your service issues there.

• News about 2008 Azera Ultimate with Nav Stereo

  Written by: dcrobbie22041 on Nov 13, 2009 11:11:19 PM

  First off, gentlemen and ladies, would you please limit discussions about your service experiences to some other topic than the Audio and Entertainment one? It WOULD be practical and give you more exposure, one would think, right? :) Okay, on to the relevant topic. I had my 2008 Azera Ultimate with Premium Nav/Infinity Speaker stereo in to Alexandria (VA) Hyundai yesterday for an oil change, transmission flush and other 15,000 mile ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Just signed for a used 2008 Limited

  Written by: craigmri on Nov 3, 2009 6:44:47 PM

  Just signed on to a used 2008 Azera Limited with Ultimate package. White pearl, Beige leather 42,000 miles $17,000 OTD(this figure includes tax, tag transfer etc..) I've been a Hyundai owner since 1988 having owned a '88 Excel, '92 Scoupe, '98 Sonata, 2001 Santa Fe, 2007 Santa Fe and my wife currently drives a '08 Hyundai Veracruz Limited that she loves. I drive a company car(Grand Caravan) but considering my son ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Azera Limited in NorCal [ls1993]

  Written by: larry134 on Sep 26, 2009 6:35:58 AM

  Good luck for 17k. I was just at a hyundai dealership looking at a 09 sante fe. I have a azera '08 limited with the ultimate package. They offered me $18,000 for my car! Ofcourse I have only 8013 miles on it as of today

Hyundai Azera Engine Problems

• Hyundai Azera Hestating

  Written by: steve251 on Sep 18, 2009 2:04:35 PM

  I have a 2008 Hyundai I just purchase 1 month ago, 17,000 , Great Car! ,Problem that jsut started is that when you get to about 45 MPH its Misses or Hesitates.. Only does this at about 45 to 50 MPH.. HAs anyone ahd this problem? Plan on taking it to a dealer , but just curios what is wrong.. Thanks

Hyundai Azera vs Toyota Avalon vs Ford Taurus vs Chevrolet Impala

• Re: Hyundai Azera (Genesis) vs Toyota Avalon [thegraduate]

  Written by: ms090870 on Aug 12, 2009 4:34:43 PM

  I lucked out and got an AWESOME deal on my 07 Azera. I did not purchase it until 09/2008 but it was an 07 that never sold. It only had 450 miles on it. The Azera Limited where listing at $32,000.00 and I only paid $21000.00 for mine that is fully loaded except navigation. It is a GREAT car. I love it. This is the second Hyundai that I have purchased. ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Buying new Azera - request what from dealer? [budh]

  Written by: dcrobbie22041 on Jul 14, 2009 11:23:42 PM

  My dealer, Alexandria Hyundai in VA, set up my automatic lock system (to not unlock automatically when put into park, but still lock the doors when shifted out of park) and limp home mode for free in the first month after I bought my 2008 Azera in July 2008. I do have to mention, however, that the Service Dept. people didn't really have a clue what I was talking about except ... Read More

Hyunda Azera Transmission Questions

• Re: 2008 Azera shudder [brf8845]

  Written by: wobbly_ears on Jun 18, 2009 7:33:43 AM

  Ask your Hyundai dealer to do the Wide Open Throttle TSB. It is a software flash to the ECU. Also, ask him to reset the computer so that it learns & adjusts to your typical driving style. Azera's transmission 'learns' and adapts the the transmission to driver's style & stores the information. Maybe the previous owner was heavy-footed.

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Electrical Problem(?)

  Written by: donnie on Jun 8, 2009 1:51:28 PM

  Help! We purchased a 2008 ex-rental Azera in March '09 with 13K miles. We left it in our garage for 5 days a couple of weeks ago. It didn't start as the battery was dead. Got it going, brought it to a Hyundai dealer. They "checked it out" and said nothing is wrong. A week later parked it at an airport for 6 days, came back at 10 PM, same problem. ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Love My 2008 Hyundai Azera Ltd. w/Ult. Pkg.

  Written by: sgtdevlinusmc on May 23, 2009 1:39:49 PM

  Looked into CarSense; smart move on my part (one of very few-especially when it comes to cars.) I owned a 2007 Buick Lucerne CXS with 9000 miles on it which came equipped with an annoying vibration which GM's "Mr. BadWrench" cold not fix after many, many tries (9). The service manager looked me straight in the eye and told me that he could not fix my car. Period. I was eventually ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Remotes Don't Work

  Written by: brf8845 on May 20, 2009 12:05:29 PM

  I just bought a 2008 Azera with 7900 miles on it from a used car dealer. He gave me three remotes none of which worked. I took it to my local Hyundai dealer and they were all stumped. All the normal things were done,(reprogram, new remotes etc.). At first thought it was ECM but even that is responding, just not to the remotes. They have a call into Hyundai Tech services ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Maintenance and Repair

• Rear Package Shelf Rattle - 2008 Azera

  Written by: Larry_T on May 9, 2009 7:34:49 AM

  I've been living with a rattle in the rear shelf since ~6k miles. When I took the car in for an early 15k service, I told them about it. It rattles whether the radio is on or not, so it's not speaker vibration. The tech heard the rattle, but did NOTHING to try to fix it. I was told by the service writer that since I was past 12k miles, it ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Re: My Azera Experience [zomelet]

  Written by: carolinabob on May 3, 2009 11:58:24 AM

  My experience with a 2007 with the newest 2008 shocks on it is that it is a very pleasant ride on smooth roads. But on roads with dips or rises, it tends to wallow or bounce a couple of times over each one. Same at high speed or low speed, but more unsettling at higher speeds. Hyundai has replaced my shocks twice, but the improvement only lasted less than 1,000 miles ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2007

• Recall 2007 Azera

  Written by: prairiedog1 on Apr 23, 2009 9:30:34 PM

  Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): HYUNDAI / ACCENT 2006-2007 HYUNDAI / AZERA 2007 HYUNDAI / ELANTRA 2007 HYUNDAI / ENTOURAGE 2006-2007 HYUNDAI / SANTA FE 2007 HYUNDAI / SONATA 2006-2007 HYUNDAI / TUCSON 2005-2007 HYUNDAI / VERACRUZ 2007-2008 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V122000 Summary: HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 531,894 MY 2006-2007 ACCENT, ENTOURAGE, SONATA, MY 2007 AZERA, ELANTRA AND SANTA FE, MY 2005-2007 TUCSON AND MY 2007-2008 VERACRUZ VEHICLES. THE ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Re: some help please... [specialknyc]

  Written by: khathuy on Apr 13, 2009 7:13:27 PM

  If your car is built before 10/2007, there is a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) allowing the change from the shocj L041 (last 4 digit of the parts ) to L040. However, people in the forum recommended to change to latest shock in the 2007 (built after 10/2007),2008 and 2009 which is the L640. For my case, I opened a claim with Hyundai Consumer Affairs in Fountain Valley by phone first and ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Re: Any problems with Azera warranty repair requests? [tseverson1]

  Written by: ryster on Apr 5, 2009 5:13:18 PM

  I have also been looking at a 2008 Azera Limited at a local used car dealer. It has 8,000 miles on it and is being sold for $19,900 (dealer is a no-haggle dealer). The Autocheck report came back clean. Looking into the warranty, the 10yr/100K powertrain does not apply to second or subsequent owners. Powertrain coverage reverts to the 5yr/60K mile warranty. Hyundai's 5yr/60K mile warranty, per Hyundai, has some caveats: ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Re: Our Azera shocks . . [newguy6]

  Written by: khathuy on Apr 4, 2009 8:04:52 PM

  Do you know exactly the part number for the mount. I heard that starting in 2008, Hyundai uses the same strut mount of the Sonata for the Azera. The original Azera strut mount part number is 546303L100 and the new strut mount for the 2008Azera / Sonata is 546303L000. Thanks

• Looking at a used 2008 Azera . . . [tseverson1]

  Written by: donna388 on Apr 3, 2009 9:32:58 PM

  "I looked at the build date for the 2008 Azera (on the bottom of the door pillar between the drive’s door and the back seat door). The build date was June 02, 2007 so the Azera is a candidate for the “dreaded front suspension problem” (cars built after 10/20/07 have better quality shock absorbs than those build before 10/20/07). I printed out a copy of TSB 07-50-007 which covers this issue." ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Problems with Azera warranty repair requests? [tseverson1]

  Written by: donna388 on Apr 3, 2009 8:21:57 PM

  "I looked at the build date for the 2008 Azera (on the bottom of the door pillar between the drive’s door and the back seat door). The build date was June 02, 2007 so the Azera is a candidate for the “dreaded front suspension problem” (cars built after 10/20/07 have better quality shock absorbs than those build before 10/20/07). I printed out a copy of TSB 07-50-007 which covers this issue." ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Re: Looking at a used 2008 Azera built on 070207 [tseverson1]

  Written by: khathuy on Apr 3, 2009 6:18:39 PM

  I was lucky when I went to Commerce Hyundai in Commerce, CA and was able to get the latest 640 for my front. The car rides the same in regards to the soft suspension. After I changed the new struts the noise is still there. This convinces me that it may not be the struts, rather it is only due to the strut mounts abd struts insulator like some other posts ... Read More

• Looking at a used 2008 Azera built on 070207

  Written by: tseverson1 on Apr 2, 2009 10:00:56 PM

  I have posted two messages on the Azera 2008 forum. I am combining and consolidating the posts into a single post on this forum since the subject now concerns the front end suspension issue. Part of post #470 on Azera 2008 forum: I have read Hyundai message boards on Edmunds for all of one day. I am looking at Hyundai for the first time (found good reviews on the Azera) and ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Re: Any problems with Azera warranty repair requests? [tseverson1]

  Written by: tseverson1 on Apr 2, 2009 7:49:32 PM

  Update and further questions on the 2008 Hyundai Azera I am considering purchasing from a non-Hyundai dealership. I looked at the build date for the 2008 Azera (on the bottom of the door pillar between the drive’s door and the back seat door). The build date was June 02, 2007 so the Azera is a candidate for the “dreaded front suspension problem” (cars built after 10/20/07 have better quality shock absorbs ... Read More

• Any problems with Azera warranty repair requests?

  Written by: tseverson1 on Apr 2, 2009 11:49:59 AM

  I have read Hyundai discussion forums on Edmunds for all of one day. I am looking at Hyundai for the first time (found good reviews on the Azera) and have much to learn. I usually buy the cars (used cars) I drive from a private party and never set foot in a dealership. My last purchase was a 2001 Honda Accord Ex (6cyl) which now has 130,000 miles on it. It ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Best deal I could get

  Written by: SilverBullet00 on Mar 11, 2009 8:48:05 AM

  Two weeks ago I purchased a used 2008 Azera w/5100 miles (rental) black inside and out, limited with everything but nav for $20.6K. Got my own financing based on a new car rate from Cap One. Done alot of on-line research and thought this was the best deal I could get. Overall I'm very pleased with the car, the ride and the gas mileage. Also, I put on four OEM mud ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Favorite Color

• Re: 08 Red Azera [dwengier77]

  Written by: ladylindak on Mar 10, 2009 11:26:25 AM

  MY FAVORITE COLOR IS THE GOLD - I had no intention of buying a new car 9 months ago (July). I took my wonderful cherry red 1999 Hyundai Tiburon in for service ....... and saw the 2008 Azera. Needless to say - a salesman made a bee-line to me - and I stated - forget it - I just dropped my Tib off for service - NOT looking for a new ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• OOOPs ...Maybe I didn't get such a great deal?

  Written by: ladylindak on Mar 10, 2009 5:22:53 AM

  I had no intention of buying a new car 9 months ago (July). I took my wonderful cherry red 1999 Hyundai Tiburon in for service ....... and saw the 2008 Azera. Needless to say - a salesman made a bee-line to me - and I stated - forget it - I just dropped my Tib off for service - NOT looking for a new car! When I went back to pick ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Audio and Entertainment

• Re: XM Tuner [plubar]

  Written by: artberns1 on Mar 9, 2009 7:15:30 PM

  I just took my 2008 Azera Limited today to a very reputable car audio shop in Burlington NJ (SoundSource). The tech (John) showed me the external tuner in the right side rear panel (behind heavy cloth wall) - accessed thru the trunk......beautiful. I have been trying for 2 weeks to get the "external tuner" question answered. So there it was...Voila! I will have the auxilliary jack installed next week. Shame on ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Navigation System

• Azera Navigation System

  Written by: ladylindak on Mar 5, 2009 8:48:50 AM

  I love my 1999 Hyundai Tiburon --- so I had to buy a new Hyundai - and I love my new 2008 Azera with the navigation system! I have noticed - alot - that my navigator is WRONG ... it has tried to have me turn - where there are no streets, had me go in the wrong direction .... etc. I am technologically challenged --- and I am not even ... Read More

• No Navigation Manual

  Written by: lostagain on Feb 27, 2009 4:41:01 PM

  Just purchased Hyundai 2008 Azera Limited (New 89 miles) No navigation manual for optional Navigation package included with other operators manuals, etc. Anyone know of a download site hopefully in Adobe File format ? Thanks, Lostagain

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Bought a 2009 Azera

  Written by: chichion101 on Feb 18, 2009 11:03:07 PM

  Wanted to thank all the members of this group for feedback & prior posts which helped me to buy an Azera. I wanted to buy a 2008 but ended up with a 2009 since most new 2008s are gone now. Wanted to share with you that the incentive on a 2008 is $2500 if you can still find one. On 2/2/09 Hyundai started a financing program which is: 0% for 36 ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Re: Genesis just a "pimped-out Azera" [dcrobbie22041]

  Written by: tonycd on Feb 13, 2009 11:18:34 AM

  DCRobbie says, "Beware the Genesis until she's proven herself. Anyway, the V6 Genesis is jut a pimped out version of the Azzy. Same engine, but slight body, interior and control settings (plus rear wheel drive -- another Hyundai first that probably needs lots of real world performance). Trust me, my experience with first-year offered '01 XG 300 was enough to teach me this." Although I sympathize with DC's problems with his ... Read More

Hyundai Azera vs Toyota Avalon vs Ford Taurus vs Chevrolet Impala

• Re: Hyundai Azera (Genesis) vs Toyota Avalon

  Written by: ncee on Feb 5, 2009 3:54:38 AM

  From what I'm reading - the Genesis is more what folks should be comparing the Avalon to. I picked up a 2008 Avalon Touring model and love it (most of the time), but had the local Hyundai dealer made me the offer he did BEFRE I purchased the Avalon, I might have purchased it. I didn't take it for a ride as it was more then I was willing to spend, ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2009 AZERA LIMITED [murphdog1]

  Written by: dborth on Feb 2, 2009 10:00:37 PM

  "Do yourself a favor. I just bought a 2008 Limited (Ultimate Pkg) for $17,500. That's almost 1/2 of the MSRP when it went on the road in April" Perhaps better to say, 'good deals can be found on low milage near new Azera's'. The Korean, Fountain Valley suits and US Hyundai dealers monitor these pages. Why be specific?

• Re: 2009 AZERA LIMITED [elainem]

  Written by: murphdog1 on Feb 2, 2009 7:27:12 PM

  Do yourself a favor. I just bought a 2008 Limited (Ultimate Pkg) for $17,500. That's almost 1/2 of the MSRP when it went on the road in April. There is a flood of these cars in NA right now, most of them from Hyundai America as part of rental fleets. They are not the beat up rentals you think. Hyundai only takes back prisitine ones. Mine has 9500 miles and you ... Read More

Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison

• Re: Hyundai does not want to hear from you. [carolinabob]

  Written by: sripton on Jan 2, 2009 8:21:39 AM

  I would expect any major company to respond exactly as hyundai did. It results from whackos sending them "ideas" for new cars and then litigating later saying the company "stole" their idea and asking for millions, and there are hundreds of such lawsuits filed yearly against all automakers. I don't think you should take it so seriously, and if you look at sales numbers you'll see that hyundai is already a ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Re: Azera reliability? [nexofa]

  Written by: allmet33 on Dec 29, 2008 9:04:57 AM

  Nexofa...as you can see, there are a few positive postings in repsonse to your query. I too am a very happy Azera owner ('06 Limited). I currently have about 63K miles on it and the only issues I've had have been minor. The car is extremely pleasant to drive on long trips. I've driven mine from here (MD) to Orlando, Atlanta, North Carolina (quite a few times) & New York and ... Read More

New Hyundai Azera Owners Experiences

• Here is the correct Hyundai TSB

  Written by: donna388 on Dec 15, 2008 9:43:38 PM

  :) "TSB 08-BE-004, 6/17/2008 all Body Electrical System 08-BE-004 DIAGNOSIS VOLTAGE DROP " Inform your service writer that you want TSB 08-BE-004 performed on your Azera and demand that all procedures therein be done, bar none. When and if the service department properly follows these Hyundai TSB instructions to the letter, your problems will then be a thing of the past. I know that a bad battery cannot be the cause ... Read More

Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison

• Hyundai does not want to hear from you.

  Written by: carolinabob on Nov 24, 2008 8:53:21 AM

  Last year, I wrote to Lexus and told them why I did not purchase one of their cars. Within 2-3 weeks, they called me and we had a nice chat about what I would like to see on their cars. They also sent me brochures on the LS and GS models. I have also communicated with other manufacturers and been cordially treated. But, NOT Hyundai! 08/26 sent a letter to CEO ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Re: 2008 Azera; No problems at all. [dcrobbie22041]

  Written by: carolinabob on Oct 13, 2008 12:13:09 PM

  Good luck with your 2008. At about 250-300 miles, my new L640 shocks began to deteriorate or at least the ride did. Car is now pretty much back to what it was before the 3rd set of shocks installed. It is apparent that the suspension is poorly designed for anything but near perfect roads and more than just shocks are needed. Of course, Hyundai could contract with a shock manufacturer to ... Read More

• 2008 Azera; No problems at all.

  Written by: dcrobbie22041 on Oct 12, 2008 11:20:41 PM

  From what I've seen on here and heard from a user, my 2008 Azera was built after the time of the shock problems. Thank God I don't have any issues with it yet (4400 miles since July 11). Took a nice road trip of 150 miles just today. Thanks again that the Azera seems to be an absolute better car than the '01 XG300 I traded in for it EVER was. ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Navigation System

• Map/Nav Updates

  Written by: dcrobbie22041 on Sep 20, 2008 9:45:55 PM

  I've owned my 2008 Azera since July, and have received acknowledgment from Hyundai and XM about my ownership of the vehicle. What about map updates? My owners manual package has a link to those who made the map ROMs for the car, but no updates so far. My car was manufactured in Feb. of this year. Has anyone else heard anything about updates? Thanks.

Hyundai Azera Real World MPG

• My 2008 Azera Mileage

  Written by: dcrobbie22041 on Sep 20, 2008 9:36:34 PM

  I live in the Washington DC area and have owned my car since July of this year. I average around 16 mpg in the day-to-day stop and go traffic around the suburbs. However, when I get on the highway or open road it goes way up! Two weeks after I bought it, I took a road trip to Tilghman Island, MD. Reset the MPG calculator there and started driving back to ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2006

• Re: Headlights and Windshield Wipers [snaglepus]

  Written by: holyazera on Aug 5, 2008 2:34:42 PM

  Re: Azera Built b4 Dec. 05, 2005 I am the recent buyer (May 08) of a used 2006 Azera Limited, production date Nov. 2005; miles at purchase about 20K, it was traded in with about 17,500, but was driven for a while by the Financial Manager at the HONDA dealer where I puchased the traded-in Azera (traded for smaller Honda, not an Accord). Traded by a gentleman in his early 70's ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2008

• Re: Azera 2008 - LIMP HOME PASSWORD [wobbly_ears]

  Written by: jerrybiker on Sep 2, 2008 3:30:33 PM

  Thanks, I hate to let the dealer touch my car. I Don't want them to screw things up. I plan to do my own oil/filter changes. When I called the salesman, he didn't even know anything about it. I agree that this should be part of the dealer prep. I have yet to see a dealer do the right job in prep or service. Hyundai should be checking up on these ... Read More

• Re: Azera 2008 - LIMP HOME PASSWORD [jerrybiker]

  Written by: wobbly_ears on Sep 2, 2008 2:57:27 PM

  Jerry, I don't think Azeras ship with Limp Home pre-coded with a default 'password' at the factory. This feature needs to be Turned-On at the dealership side using the handscan. If you forget your code or want to changes it, then dealerships can reset it. The dealer should have done this as part of the pre-deliver service to you. But clueless/greedy dealerships sometimes have other ideas. I still suggest that you ... Read More

• Re: Azera 2008 - LIMP HOME PASSWORD [wobbly_ears]

  Written by: jerrybiker on Sep 2, 2008 2:31:27 PM

  Do you know if there is a "Default Password" preset by Hyundai, for this? Most products that require passwords, come with a factory preset default password. What you say is sad but true. Many dealers are only interested in selling you the car for the most money, then charging you for service that you don't always need. I wish I could find a reliable car dealership that I could trust. Its ... Read More

• Re: Azera 2008 - LIMP HOME PASSWORD [jerrybiker]

  Written by: wobbly_ears on Sep 2, 2008 2:18:07 PM

  I'm not surprised. And this seems to be a problem with a lot of Hyundai dealers. They don't know the product they're selling. They're used to selling Hyundai Accents all along & when Hyundai comes up with vehicles like Azera, Veracruz & Genesis, they' don't learn anything about the cars they're trying to sell. Infact this is one of the problems Hyundai is going to run into increasingly frequently in future ... Read More

• Re: Azera 2008 - LIMP HOME PASSWORD [jerrybiker]

  Written by: wobbly_ears on Sep 2, 2008 1:46:58 PM

  Jerry, The 'Limp Home Code' is something that needs to be coded into the car's computer at the dealership. The connect a Scanning tool (looks like a PDA). There they can set the code to any 4 digit code you specify. So, take your car to a dealer & ask that they program it for you. Take along your user manual so that you can show them what it is. But ... Read More

• Azera 2008 - LIMP HOME PASSWORD

  Written by: jerrybiker on Sep 2, 2008 12:55:53 PM

  Does anyone know about the "LIMP HOME PASSWORD" for an Azera 2008? Is the Hyundai Dealer supposed to give the new owner that PASSWORD? In the owner's manual Section #1, Page 6. There is a description of a "Limp Home Mode" to be used if the "Immobilizer" Warning indicator comes on, etc.... Apparently the engine will not start and a password is needed to get the car started, so you can ... Read More

• Re: Rearview Mirror 2008 Azera [wobbly_ears]

  Written by: jerrybiker on Sep 2, 2008 10:34:37 AM

  Thanks, I was afraid that may be the answer. Thanks, Jerry By the Way, do you know about the "LIMP HOME PASSWORD"? Is the Hyundai Dealer supposed to give the new owner a "PASSWORD" Thanks, Jerry

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Agreement Indeed!

  Written by: snaglepus on Aug 27, 2008 3:05:14 PM

  "some of us have problems with the struts/springs and some do not. And that cars manufactured before 10/20/07 are more prone to have this problem although not all do. My 2008 Azera has less than 2k miles (manuf June 07) and has not exhibited the strut/spring problem yet but I am glad that thanks to the persistence of others, I know what to look for and hopefully will have a solution ... Read More

• Re: Azeras with bad shocks [tuyaux]

  Written by: snaglepus on Aug 26, 2008 6:28:36 AM

  #1024 Re: Azeras with bad shocks [tuyaux] by newguy6 Aug 16, 2008 (7:19 pm) Replying to: tuyaux (Aug 15, 2008 1:50 pm) Quote: "Not only do you need struts but most important is that you have them replace the upper strut mount part # 54630-3L100. This will make all the difference in the world. Enjoy your Azera!" :) That part number is indeed a good genuine Azera part number. The parts ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Extended bumper to bumper warranty [chilliwack]

  Written by: edowado on Aug 25, 2008 1:42:27 AM

  Price for 10/100,000 B/B extended warranty: $1900 with $100 deductible $2200 with $50 deductible $2500 with $0 deductible We passed on the extended warranty. Got a new 2008 Hyundai Azera Limited with Navigation Package, carpeted floor mats, and carpet cargo net from Hardin Hyundai in Anaheim, CA. MSRP $31190 including $695 destination charge. Paid $24364 + tax, title, and license. $29264 Invoice price -$1000 below invoice -$2500 factory rebate -$1000 loyalty ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Azera No Longer Recommended[espo35] [snaglepus] [jlindh]

  Written by: snaglepus on Aug 23, 2008 7:35:49 PM

  "How much could a set of the new parts cost? If my car were as hobbled and unsafe [It is] as you say yours is, I'd bite the bullet and install them myself. Then you'd have the pleasure of letting us know that you were right and Hyundai was wrong all along." :) Please allow me to field your concerns one by one. You may have money to throw away but ... Read More

• Azera No Longer Recommended[espo35]

  Written by: snaglepus on Aug 23, 2008 12:25:25 PM

  :) Until yesterday, August 22 2008, I have been recommending the Azera to anyone who commented about my beautiful Black Azera sedan. However, because of the manner I was treated by a Hyundai rep over the phone yesterday who called me and the manner in which he talked down to me, I can and no longer will recommend any Hyundais to anyone! I imagine it won't take too many people like ... Read More

• Re: Response from Hyundai ? [snaglepus]

  Written by: holyazera on Aug 5, 2008 2:41:26 PM

  Re: Azera Built b4 Dec. 05, 2005 I am the recent buyer (May 08) of a used 2006 Azera Limited, production date Nov. 2005; miles at purchase about 20K, it was traded in with about 17,500, but was driven for a while by the Financial Manager at the HONDA dealer where I puchased the traded-in Azera (traded for smaller Honda, not an Accord). Traded by a gentleman in his early 70's ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Price on a fully loaded 2008 Azera Limited with nav [dwengier77]

  Written by: snaglepus on Jul 31, 2008 4:39:17 PM

  :) Well youse is one lucky daddy! Eyes not a doctor, but I would say based on my limited samplings so far, that her shocks should have "a long and happy life." Isn't it nice to know that you have done something correctly? I don't think you know how lucky you are to not have the older shocks like many of us have and have been suffering with for so long. ... Read More

• Re: Price on a fully loaded 2008 Azera Limited with nav [snaglepus]

  Written by: dwengier77 on Jul 30, 2008 12:03:52 PM

  i have 5000 miles on my Azzy now. Still running strong , no problems with the suspension. No noises, bumps or otherwise. I feel that Hyundai has fixed the problem. However i only have 5000 miles so something may still happen. i don't think it will though.

• Re: 2008 azera [jack_sprat]

  Written by: begovich1 on Jul 28, 2008 8:42:10 PM

  No trade in. Paid 27,500 including sales tax, doc fee , dealer prep, and tags. My azera is a limited , with the ultimate nav. pkg, anfr floor mats. Coconut creek hyundai in FLA.

• Re: Price on a fully loaded 2008 Azera Limited with nav [njalan]

  Written by: begovich1 on Jul 28, 2008 8:38:49 PM

  I just purchased a 2008 azera limited from coconut creek hyundai in florida. It is pearl gray mettalis ( 2009 color ) It has the ultimate pkg. including the NAV. and floor mats. Out the door including prep, sales tax. tags and d.c. fee was $27,500. The car rides beautiful. I only have 300 miles on it. So far, none of the dredded front end problems. Apparently the production date has ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2009

• Re: Changes in Your Suspension Since New?

  Written by: snaglepus on Jul 17, 2008 4:20:41 PM

  "With 12,000+ miles on my '08 Limited/Ultimate I'm still a happy camper. There has been no change in my suspension since the day I picked it up, and it handles much better overall than the '07 I test-drove." :) Mike, A couple of questions. What is the build date of your 2008 Azera? If it is earlier than 10/20/07, you most likely have the earlier shocks, either the 041s or 040s. ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Azera Shimmy/Shudder/Vibration [snaglepus]

  Written by: boltguy on Jul 13, 2008 6:58:45 PM

  My point is still very valid. The "new" TSB 08-SS-003, has been issued for every 2008 Hyundai model. The point is that Hyundai doesn't think there is a specific issue with the '08 Azera. Interpret it as you will, but it's the truth.

• Re: Azera Shimmy/Shudder/Vibration [boltguy]

  Written by: snaglepus on Jul 13, 2008 5:52:29 PM

  :) The TSB that I am refering to is 08-SS-003 08-SS-003 MARCH, 2008 ALL TIRE AND WHEEL VIBRATION AND RADIAL FORCE VARIATION THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TSB# 06-50-013 TO INCLUDE 2008 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES. Yes, there was indeed an earlier TSB, but note that this later one supersedes it! We do know that many service department personel barely know how to read, and 'couldn't care less' about what the customer is complaining ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2009

• Re: Hyundai Azera GLS vs Limited [jfftx67]

  Written by: snaglepus on Jul 13, 2008 9:02:12 AM

  :) That's an easy question. I know of one fellow who will say that the smaller motor is fine, but I'm not at all positive that he has ever driven a 3.8L, let alone raced one. The only 3.3L that I've driven was a 2006 Sonata LTD rental. We wanted an Azera to try before we bought our Azera, but there weren't any available. It was okay, but not a quick ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Price on a fully loaded 2008 Azera Limited with nav [marcogallo1986]

  Written by: revj on Jul 12, 2008 10:16:43 AM

  I just bought a Limited w/Ultimate Package (but not navigation). It was $25,500 out the door (all tags, fees, taxes, etc.) One word of warning. I think my 2008 has the front end shudder. You can feel it around 40 and again around 70. I have increased tire pressure and it helped, but didn't eliminate it. From what I am reading, Hyundai has yet to find a way to address this ... Read More

• Price on a fully loaded 2008 Azera Limited with nav

  Written by: njalan on Jun 27, 2008 9:44:14 AM

  My wife and I went to a NJ Hyundai dealership to check out a 2009 Sonata Limited with nav but she fell in love with the 2008 Azera instead. The wood steering wheel, wood door handle (from inside the car), plus the inside layout and features look much better than the 2004 Mercedes E350 4Matic we just returned to the Mercedes dealership at the end of the least this month. My ... Read More

• Re: Consumer Reports [rotary]

  Written by: carolinabob on Jun 19, 2008 2:34:21 PM

  See April 2008 issue, page 82. It states that "Used Cars to Avoid had below average reliability for their specific model years." Then see page 85, "Used Cars to Avoid." Under Hyundai, it lists the "Azera, '07." Personally I don't agree with it and it conflicts with the individual systems "verdicts" on page 91. However, on page 91, they also rate the '07 as below average as a used car. They ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Re: Meeting with Reg. Service Manager [carolinabob]

  Written by: snaglepus on Jun 18, 2008 12:18:33 PM

  "RSM called someone and they reported that there is no change in the suspensions for 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 with the exception of now using the -040 struts. He also said there is no new strut or anything else on the 2008/2009 per his sources." I posted (somewhere) that there is indeed a new and different part number for the 2008 shocks. It is 54611-3L640 Haven't gotten around to asking ... Read More

• Meeting with Reg. Service Manager

  Written by: carolinabob on Jun 18, 2008 6:05:53 AM

  The regional service manager and the dealership senior service manager and I went for a ride in my 07 Azera yesterday. I also had an oil change and rotation while there and we all looked under the car at the suspension components. Everything was normal. Bottom line, yes, it does bounce, but it is built that way to deliver a "soft" ride. Interestingly we also went for a ride in a ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Front End Noise [snaglepus]

  Written by: antonyr on Jun 13, 2008 8:22:43 PM

  Thank you for your concern. I hopefully like everyone else reading this post that shares this issue, would like to know the “true” reason why we have this problem. We have been lied to and mislead by our service advisors. Most of us have contacted Hyundai's corporate office only to be led back to the deanships service center. All I know is that once the struts were replaced the problem went ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Front End Noise [antonyr]

  Written by: carolinabob on Jun 13, 2008 11:11:27 AM

  Check out the Hyundai-Forums.com Azera site for more on suspension. Many of us have had the -041 struts replaced with -040's, but the improvement only lasted a couple of thousand miles. The noise and the bouncy/wallowing ride returns.

• Re: 2008 Front End Noise [bigearl1]

  Written by: antonyr on Jun 12, 2008 8:04:41 AM

  I hope this information helps you all... I purchased my 06 limited in 06 and it took Hyundai almost 2 years to correct the problem with the front end noise and the shaking/vibration in the steering wheel. I had 5 sets of new tires installed while they tried to figure out the problem and had gone through all type of balancing and still had the issue. When they finally gave up ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Front End Noise [daveltd]

  Written by: bigearl1 on Jun 11, 2008 1:54:35 PM

  You might want to check the build date on your 2008. My 2008 was built on June 16, 2007 when Hyundai was still installing the front strut P/N 041 which has exhibited the noise problem. The 2008 brochure mentions an "all-new suspension for 2008" which I presume has the new front strut P/N 640 which was used after October 20, 2007 build date. The only reason I bought the 2008 Azera ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2009

• CarolinaBob, I stand corrected.

  Written by: tonycd on Jun 11, 2008 11:03:57 AM

  I now see that posts #951 and #952 in the forum "Hyundai Azera Front End Problems" do describe front suspension problems being experienced by owners of 2008 Azeras. I defer to you.

Hyundai Azera Front End Problems

• Re: 2008 Front End Noise [bigearl1]

  Written by: carolinabob on Jun 11, 2008 6:31:20 AM

  Interestingly I don't have the noise problem, but I do experience wallowing/bouncing over uneven road surfaces. Contact Hyundai Customer Assistance as you will get little help from the dealer. They did replace the struts on my 2007, but within a few months the problem returned. The Regional Service Manager is to drive it on the 17th, but he drove it once before and said it is normal. This time we're going ... Read More

Hyundai Azera 2009

• Re: Test drove a 2009 Azera [carolinabob]

  Written by: tonycd on Jun 9, 2008 7:50:03 PM

  Bob, you are an intelligent and sincere man. I respect your posts, and all the more since I have no Azera ownership experience of my own. But in the interest of fairness, I must note that Hyundai did say they completely redesigned the shocks themselves with a new "twin tube" design. Having not heard any reports of the problem so far with the 2008 models, and having not detected any problem ... Read More

Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison

• Vehicle Award

  Written by: dborth on Jun 4, 2008 12:56:24 AM

  Source: Hyundai News HYUNDAI AZERA NAMED A CONSUMERS' TOP RATED SEDAN BY EDMUNDS.COM FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CALIF., 05/29/2008 The 2008 Hyundai Azera was awarded the “Consumers’ Top Rated Vehicle Award” in the $15,000 - $25,000 sedan category by Edmunds.com’s visitors. The 2008 Azera received the average highest rating from the site’s audience as of April 30, 2008. “This recognition further reinforces our brand philosophy on how smart consumers think about premium sedans,” ... Read More

• Re: Azera vs Avalon [notsofast2]

  Written by: carolinabob on May 23, 2008 1:12:27 PM

  Congrats on getting a great car. I had an 03 Camry XLE V6 and still have a RAV4. Tried very hard to sell myself on the Avalon Limited. Way too expensive, way too many add on costs that dealers would not take off and so forth. I think Toyoto/Lexus will price themselves out of their market soon - at least in the Southeast. Plus it is ugly inside and out. More ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: everything you need to buy Azera 2008 in chicagoland area [kd44]

  Written by: cool_herbpat on May 3, 2008 11:34:23 AM

  Thanks for your all help (timely email reply and answers of my quetions). I bought cars from Chicagoland dealer (Howard Hyundai, elmuhrst, IL). We bought two Azera limited yesterday. This one was to Dealer Locate and got on last Tuesday....4/29/2008 New Year 2008 Azera limited edition with ultimate packge with floor mats plus wheel locks (MSRP $30795). The price is $24,507 + TTL. for each car [including $2500 rebate from Hyundai] ... Read More

New Hyundai Azera Owners Experiences

• Re: Uncommanded Acceleration [donnah]

  Written by: emily9 on May 2, 2008 12:57:53 PM

  I have a 2006 Azera Limited purchased new in Sept 2006 which I love. However I have now had 2 experiences of uncontrolled acceleration, the first in January 2008 and the second two days ago. Both occured in driveways at very low speed prior to stopping. Very scary but I managed to hit the brake and stop. No damage the first time but I did have some minor damage this last ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: everything you need to buy Azera 2008 in chicagoland area [kd44]

  Written by: kd44 on Apr 26, 2008 8:27:38 AM

  We bought two same Azera cars with ultimate package. I negotiated with many Chicago land dealers and this is how I rate them (1 is the best and 5 is worst) 1) Howard Hyundai [not easy to get a good price from internet but easy to work with personally to get the deal]. I bought two Azera from this dealer 2) Elgin Hyundai [not easy to get a good price from ... Read More

• everything you need to buy Azera 2008 in chicagoland area

  Written by: kd44 on Apr 26, 2008 7:57:19 AM

  Thanks for your all help (timely email reply and answers of my quetions). I bought cars from Chicagoland dealer (Howard Hyundai, elmuhrst, IL). We bought two Azera limiteed yesterday. New Year 2008 Azera limited edition with ultimate packge with floor mats plus wheel locks (MSRP $30645). The price is $24,325 + TTL. for each car [including $2500 rebate from Hyundai] My color is black exterior and Biege interior. My friend's car ... Read More

Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison

• Re: Good reliability isn't Jaguar's problem. [captain2]

  Written by: autokritiker on Apr 17, 2008 12:23:11 PM

  I think it's pretty impressive that in the 2008 Taurus, the new 3.5L Duratec hooked up to the same 6-speed automatic gets 2 MPG better on the Highway, and 1 MPG better combined compared to the 2007 Five Hundred with the old 3.0L Duratec. I'd say Ford definitely refined the Duratec V6: 60 more HP *and* better fuel economy. This new engine pulls the Taurus to 60 MPH in 6.8 seconds, ... Read More

Hyundai Azera Electrical Questions

• Re: Air Bag Light Issue [pahefner01]

  Written by: wobbly_ears on Apr 18, 2008 6:49:55 AM

  I have a 07 Azera & I haven't had that trouble. But Hyundai recently put out a TSB for Sonatas for passenger Airbag sensor misprogramming. http://www.autoblog.com/2008/04/16/hyundai-recalling-nearly-400-000-sonatas-to-c- heck-seat-sensor/ Now, although it is for Sonata & doesn't mention Azera, since Azera is built on Sonata platform & shares a large number of components, it might apply to you too. Check with your dealership & Hyundai corporate

My 2007 Azera rides really rough

• Azera Strut Question/CR

  Written by: carolinabob on Apr 10, 2008 1:36:36 PM

  The dealer replaced the -041 struts with -040's a few months ago with some improvement. I took the covers off the tops and noticed the below. The center post has a nut with a green mark on it. The round top plate under the nut has two green lines. One of the three posts holding the strut has a green dot in the center> Does anyone know what these marks mean? ... Read More

Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison

• Re: TCO numbers [kdshapiro]

  Written by: colloquor on Mar 30, 2008 8:40:01 AM

  I don't think you'd have to worry about "taking your chances." The Azera is a solid and reliable car, even CR says so. After spending a week in a 2008 Azera Hertz rental, and comparing it to my uncle's Avalon in which I've had a lot of seat time, I wouldn't hesitate to buy the Azera. I averaged 28MPG on a 1,600 mile trip, combined city and highway driving over a ... Read More