https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Hyundai Equus. en-us Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:54:11 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2139894 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT Airbag suspension bags keep unable https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2121011 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the driver's side head restraint suddenly deployed from the seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the head restraint needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure had occurred with the passenger's side headrest, and the https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2097132 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT To: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) – Office of Defects Investigation From: [XXX] Date: 2 June 2025Vehicle: 2014 Hyundai Equus Location: Columbus, GA   (Other driven locations: Buford, GA; Alpharetta, GA; Duluth GA)1. Summary of Vehicle Cyber Incident:My 2014 Hyundai Equus has been compromised through what I believe to be a remote cyberattack targeting the vehicle’s infotain https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2097133 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT To: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) – Office of Defects Investigation From: [XXX] Date: 2 June 2025Vehicle: 2014 Hyundai Equus Location: Columbus, GA   (Other driven locations: Buford, GA; Alpharetta, GA; Duluth GA)1. Summary of Vehicle Cyber Incident:My 2014 Hyundai Equus has been compromised through what I believe to be a remote cyberattack targeting the vehicle’s infotain https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2097157 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT I am reporting a recurring safety-related defect in the headrest mechanisms of my 2014 Hyundai Equus. The first incident occurred in the front passenger seat. While driving, I lightly leaned my arm on the passenger headrest when it suddenly popped up with a loud, startling noise and occurring an road incident . The internal components crumbled instantly, requiring a complete replacement. This was https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2088542 Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that the front shocks were previously replaced under an unknown recall. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced rear suspension failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the rear springs were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, where the rear sp https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2083039 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the rod bearings had failed, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was no https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2043219 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT On August, 2nd around noon, I was driving alone, west on a rural road called 1869 in Liberty Hill, TX. I believe the speed limit on this winding rural road is 55mph, and I was about 1 mile west of 183. While my car was in motion, my active headrest activated (exploded) into the back of my head, throwing me forward into the steering wheel. This happened randomly and unprompted. There were no ot https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2036120 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT Suspension air Block and airbags failing, even after being replaced by dealership 2 months ago. Most recently happened on the interstate at 70 mph. Fixed by dealership only to happen again!! Known problem by Hyundai dealership yet keep replacing with same defective part number. Twice have had new parts fail during test drive. Very expensive to repair $10,000 so far and just had the rear airbag https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2026505 Sat, 21 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT Within last two years I've been dealing with random and intermittent headlight flickering/turning off when the light stalk switch is in AUTO mode. Also, the cabin lights flicker and turn off at the same time when headlights do. It is very dangerous when it happens during night driving. Luckily problem can be overridden by switching the stalk to ON modes and the interior cluster lights and headligh https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2014111 Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while his wife was outside on a hot day, upon opening the door, the front headrest air bag deployed without impact. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was possibly caused due to the heat. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that there no previous reports of the failure. The co https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2008213 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT The problem is with the Accelerator pedal. It malfunctions, and is also known as a 'Dead pedal' at different times without warning and could cause an accident if it happens at the wrong time, like making a turn and the car will not accelerate, or move, just getting the car to move . I checked with a dealer if they have had any of these type reports and there answer was no they had not. It is very https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2008214 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT The problem is with the Accelerator pedal. It malfunctions, and is also known as a 'Dead pedal' at different times without warning and could cause an accident if it happens at the wrong time, like making a turn and the car will not accelerate, or move, just getting the car to move . I checked with a dealer if they have had any of these type reports and there answer was no they had not. It is very https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-2008215 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT The problem is with the Accelerator pedal. It malfunctions, and is also known as a 'Dead pedal' at different times without warning and could cause an accident if it happens at the wrong time, like making a turn and the car will not accelerate, or move, just getting the car to move . I checked with a dealer if they have had any of these type reports and there answer was no they had not. It is very https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1991482 Tue, 14 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the ABS warning light h https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1989254 Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT Tilt/telescopic functions just stopped working. Replaced switch, and module and still not working. Dealer now wants $10k for a new dash wiring harnesses. Found TSB for similar issue on sister vehicle (Genesis). Not sure if that needs to be expanded to this vehicle. https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1989255 Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT Tilt/telescopic functions just stopped working. Replaced switch, and module and still not working. Dealer now wants $10k for a new dash wiring harnesses. Found TSB for similar issue on sister vehicle (Genesis). Not sure if that needs to be expanded to this vehicle. https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1988415 Thu, 02 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1981071 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT ABS light is on and diagnosed needs replaced shortly after purchased the car November 2022, and is ongoing and currently an issue 4/5/24. The original ABS began to go out, would have to pump the brakes to stop and would not always catch. I have concerns this would be closely related to your current recall and believe the 2013 Equus be considered for inclusion in this risk. [XXX] recalls?nhtsaId=23 https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1979864 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, there was an unknown liquid leaking from under the hood. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Services Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufact https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1974716 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT How long in a timely manner to remedy? I am trying to sell my vehicle and this recall is hindering it's value. Manufacturer is unable to tell dealership how to fix recall. https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1968385 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT The right of my dash leather is lifting up, which will eventually affect the deployment of the right front air bag. https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1968386 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT The right of my dash leather is lifting up, which will eventually affect the deployment of the right front air bag. https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1964826 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ("ABS") MODULES THAT COULD LEAK BRAKE FLUID INTERNALLY AND CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OVER TIME. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD RESULT IN SIGNIFICANT OVERCURRENT IN THE ABS MODULE INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENTFIRE WHILE PARKED OR DRIVING. Date note 9/22/2023. No remedy after 4 MONTHS! https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1963929 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The manufacture https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1957754 Fri, 12 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and conf https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1947760 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT I am unable. To drive my car anywhere. Each time I start my car. All warning lights flash like a Christmas light. It causes the car to suddenly be slowed down. Or not to go full speed? I got the recall notice in the mail 4 weeks ago. My car has been parked in the garage for four months and has been there ever since. I need my car to go to work and I don't know what else to do. I can only do so muc https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1947761 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT I am unable. To drive my car anywhere. Each time I start my car. All warning lights flash like a Christmas light. It causes the car to suddenly be slowed down. Or not to go full speed? I got the recall notice in the mail 4 weeks ago. My car has been parked in the garage for four months and has been there ever since. I need my car to go to work and I don't know what else to do. I can only do so muc https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1947762 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT I am unable. To drive my car anywhere. Each time I start my car. All warning lights flash like a Christmas light. It causes the car to suddenly be slowed down. Or not to go full speed? I got the recall notice in the mail 4 weeks ago. My car has been parked in the garage for four months and has been there ever since. I need my car to go to work and I don't know what else to do. I can only do so muc https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus https://plaincars.com/make/hyundai-equus#complaint-1941466 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT There are actually 3 problems that my dealer has not been able to fix/diagnose. The first is the headlights, when set to the auto position, they will often turn off and on while driving at night. Service says that they were unable to duplicate the problem, but it keeps happening. The second is the Navigation system updates, that they claim they cannot provide any updates to my 2016 Equus (just abo