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2006 Hyundai Azera

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.

Class
Large Cars
Body styles
4dr Sedan FWD
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
20 combined · 17 city / 26 hwy
Length
192.9 in
Curb weight
3,633 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
3 campaigns

Overview

The 2006 Hyundai Azera is a large car offered with a 3.8L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 193 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,633 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 26 highway), 12% better than the 2006 large car average of 17.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Sedan FWD192.9 in72.8 in58.7 in109.4 in61.8 / 61.4 in3,633 lb61/39

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Azera3.8L 6-cylAutomatic 5-spdFront-Wheel Drive17 / 26 / 20+12%$3,350444
Spend $4,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
17.9 MPG2006 Large Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Hyundai Azera under the current (2011+) test program.

Similar 2006 large cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2006 Hyundai Azera (this car)20 MPGNot rated3
2006 Ford Mustang20 MPGNot rated4
2006 Honda Accord26 MPGNot rated9
2006 Chevrolet Impala22 MPGNot rated1
2006 Toyota Camry25 MPGNot rated4
2006 Dodge Charger21 MPGNot rated2
2006 Chevrolet Malibu24 MPGNot rated4

Recalls (3)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Jan 9, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V026000 · 87,854 vehicles

Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. Water may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short .
Risk
An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2018. Owners may call Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 172.
Suspension › Rear · Aug 12, 2013

NHTSA campaign 13V354000 · 364,502 vehicles

Problem
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Sonata vehicles manufactured March 1, 2005, through January 21, 2010; and model year 2006-2011 Azera vehicles manufactured September 27, 2005, through November 22, 2010 originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Road salt and water can enter portions of the rear crossmember, leading to corrosion of the crossmember steel. This may lead to detachment of one of the rear control arms.
Risk
Control arm separation may suddenly change the rear wheel alignment, affecting the handling of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the crossmember assembly. The recall began on October 8, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Care Center at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall number is 113.
Seat Belts › Front · Jan 8, 2010

NHTSA campaign 10V007000 · 80 vehicles

Problem
HYUNDAI DE PUERTO RICO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2009 AZERA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 27, 2005, THROUGH OCTOBER 1, 2008. THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT TENSION SENSOR MAY SUSTAIN DAMAGE AFTER REPEATED USE OF THE SEAT BELT. IF THE SEAT BELT TENSION SENSOR WIRING BECOMES DAMAGED THE AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH NECESSITATING FRONT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT.
Risk
THE SEAT OCCUPANT IS AT AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY SHOULD THE AIR BAG NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED.
Fix
HYUNDAI WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT AND INSTALL A NEW SEAT BELT TENSION SENSOR WIRING HARNESS CLIP, IF NECESSARY, AND REROUTE THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT TENSION SENSOR WIRING AND SECURE THE WIRING WITH A NEW HARNESS CLIP. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 8, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI DE PUERTO RICO 1-787-999-3333.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2006 Hyundai Azera is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

60Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
4Involved a crash
4Involved a fire
4Injuries reported
103,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Air Bags17
Electrical System13
Suspension13
Exterior Lighting9
Service Brakes9
Seat Belts8
Engine6
Unknown Or Other5
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
18/04: 318/10: 119/01: 119/02: 119/03: 119/04: 219/06: 219/10: 120/03: 220/07: 120/09: 220/11: 121/01: 121/05: 121/06: 121/09: 122/10: 122/12: 123/01: 123/06: 223/07: 123/10: 124/07: 124/11: 118/0419/0219/0620/0721/0121/0923/0123/10max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2006 Hyundai Azera buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Air Bags — 17 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  3. Electrical System — 13 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  4. Suspension — 13 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 103,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Hyundai Azera. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Azera years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2017 Azera23–Not rated112
2016 Azera23–Not rated115
2015 Azera23–Not rated19
2014 Azera23–Not rated145
2013 Azera23–Not rated2104
2012 Azera23–Not rated267
2011 Azera22–Not rated312
2010 Azera21–Not rated37
2009 Azera21192.9 inNot rated414
2008 Azera21192.9 inNot rated538
2007 Azera20192.9 inNot rated545

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Hyundai. How we calculate this →