2014 HYUNDAI EQUUS Problems & Recalls

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 rep...

Mileage: 95,156

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 Equu...

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 Equu...

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 roa...

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 co...

Mileage: 79,850

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 r...

Mileage: 60,000

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...

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.

The right of my dash leather is lifting up, which will eventually affect the deployment of the right front air bag.

The right of my dash leather is lifting up, which will eventually affect the deployment of the right front air bag.

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...

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 r...

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 r...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Engine failure/thrown rod in engine while drive. 90k miles.

Engine failure/thrown rod in engine while drive. 90k miles.

Engine failure/thrown rod in engine while drive. 90k miles.

The air bag suspension in these model cars are a known issue and they been known to fail almost every equus has this same problem and Hyundai knows about it

I was driving my 2014 Hyundia Equus on the interstate going 65 mph when my from suspension collapsed. The air ride suspension failed as I was driving. The car became unstable as my safety and the safety of those around me could have been catstrophic. By the Grace of God, I was unharmed and able to g...

On November 2014, purchased Hyundai Equus from Bob King Hyundai located in Winston-Salem, NC. Within a month, our headlights flashed on and off for a brief second. Occurred more often after that and the dealer checked the car to resolve problem. Nothing found. Months later, problem got more sever...

On November 2014, purchased Hyundai Equus from Bob King Hyundai located in Winston-Salem, NC. Within a month, our headlights flashed on and off for a brief second. Occurred more often after that and the dealer checked the car to resolve problem. Nothing found. Months later, problem got more sever...

On November 2014, purchased Hyundai Equus from Bob King Hyundai located in Winston-Salem, NC. Within a month, our headlights flashed on and off for a brief second. Occurred more often after that and the dealer checked the car to resolve problem. Nothing found. Months later, problem got more sever...

Driver's exterior door handle failed for second time since owning vehicle resulting in having to manually return the external handle to the latched position by rolling window down. This part was replaced in 2017 the first time. This defect also prevents the key from unlocking the driver's side door.

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lowered, causing the contact to nearly lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear strut assembly, air springs, so...

Mileage: 68,899

Which vehicles this affects: 2011-2016 Hyundai Equus. All trim levels. This affects every Hyundai Equus, as all headlights are identical throughout all model years and trims. I am the administrator for the Facebook group of this car, and am part of the automotive lighting industry. I can confirm ...

Headlight provides inadequate lighting, car not in compliance with FMVSS 108. Caused by the reflector bowl in the low beam HID projector losing its reflective coating. Heat/UV emitted by the bulbs burns it off. Visibility reduced to 38 feet. Happens on all years/trims. No known repair. Replacement h...

ECS malfunction ADAS malfunction Car rides rough and unstable steering control Several dealerships have reviewed and replaced rear air shocks and compressor with no resolution No response from manufacturer about problem Creates very unsafe driving conditions ECS malfunction warning appears sometime...

Car is equipped with an air bag suspension system. There was a failure with the airbags around 18 months ( in 2016) of the car being put in service. I was driving on a hway at 70 mph w/grandkids in the car when the airgbags failed and the nose of the car immediately went down and the car started to...

Car is equipped with an air bag suspension system. There was a failure with the airbags around 18 months ( in 2016) of the car being put in service. I was driving on a hway at 70 mph w/grandkids in the car when the airgbags failed and the nose of the car immediately went down and the car started to...

Car is equipped with an air bag suspension system. There was a failure with the airbags around 18 months ( in 2016) of the car being put in service. I was driving on a hway at 70 mph w/grandkids in the car when the airgbags failed and the nose of the car immediately went down and the car started to...

MY HYUNDAI EQUUS HAS AIR SHOCK ISSUES NOT RAISING AN LOWERING TO PROPER HEIGHT HYUNDAI FORUMS ONLINE HAS MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS ON THIS ISSUE. ISSUES 2 SUBPAR PAINT USED ON VEHICLE PAINT HAS FADED AWAY ON HOOD AND TRUNK AREA HAVE ANOTHER OLDER 2007 HYUNDAI AZERA WHERE THE PAINT LUSTER STILL SHINES ALL ...

Mileage: 59,000

MY HYUNDAI EQUUS HAS AIR SHOCK ISSUES NOT RAISING AN LOWERING TO PROPER HEIGHT HYUNDAI FORUMS ONLINE HAS MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS ON THIS ISSUE. ISSUES 2 SUBPAR PAINT USED ON VEHICLE PAINT HAS FADED AWAY ON HOOD AND TRUNK AREA HAVE ANOTHER OLDER 2007 HYUNDAI AZERA WHERE THE PAINT LUSTER STILL SHINES ALL ...

Mileage: 59,000

THE FRONT PASSENGER HEADREST SPLIT OPEN SPONTANEOUSLY. THERE WAS NO EXTERNAL IMPACT OR CRASH. THERE WAS NO PUSHING/PULLING OR OTHER PRECEDING INCIDENT TO CAUSE THIS. IT APPEARS THAT THE INTERNAL PLASTIC PART OF THE HEADREST FAILED.

Mileage: 42,000

THE STRUTS WENT OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING. AFTER IT WENT OUT THE, TIRES WOULD TOUCH THE FENDER OF THE CAR. IT DAMAGED THE PASSENGER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE OF MY FRONT FENDER. IT ALSO RUBBED THE TREAD AWAY FROM THE TIRE DUE TO RUBBING AGAINST THE FENDER. IT WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE BECAUSE IT WAS SO LOW TO...

Mileage: 80,000

THE STRUTS WENT OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING. AFTER IT WENT OUT THE, TIRES WOULD TOUCH THE FENDER OF THE CAR. IT DAMAGED THE PASSENGER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE OF MY FRONT FENDER. IT ALSO RUBBED THE TREAD AWAY FROM THE TIRE DUE TO RUBBING AGAINST THE FENDER. IT WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE BECAUSE IT WAS SO LOW TO...

Mileage: 80,000

THE STRUTS WENT OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING. AFTER IT WENT OUT THE, TIRES WOULD TOUCH THE FENDER OF THE CAR. IT DAMAGED THE PASSENGER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE OF MY FRONT FENDER. IT ALSO RUBBED THE TREAD AWAY FROM THE TIRE DUE TO RUBBING AGAINST THE FENDER. IT WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE BECAUSE IT WAS SO LOW TO...

Mileage: 80,000

CAR STARTS ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN AFTER LONG HIGHWAY DRIVES ONCE CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED. MESSAGE APPEARS 'SERVICE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY. VEHICLE SPEED LIMITED DUE TO MALFUNCTION' WHEN IN FACT VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE. PLACING CAR IN 'PARK' CAUSES ENGINE TO REV OUT OF CONTROL. RESTARTING...

Mileage: 53,445

TAKATA RECALL. THE CAR HAS ABOUT 48000 MILES. 1) WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, BRAKE SELF APPLIES FORCEFULLY AT TIMES WHEN PASSING OR BEING PASSED BY OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ADJACENT LANES ON BOTH SIDES, ALMOST CREATING REAR-END COLLISIONS ON A FEW OCCASIONS. 2) WHEN RESETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL ...

Mileage: 46,798

TAKATA RECALL. THE CAR HAS ABOUT 48000 MILES. 1) WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, BRAKE SELF APPLIES FORCEFULLY AT TIMES WHEN PASSING OR BEING PASSED BY OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ADJACENT LANES ON BOTH SIDES, ALMOST CREATING REAR-END COLLISIONS ON A FEW OCCASIONS. 2) WHEN RESETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL ...

Mileage: 46,798

TAKATA RECALL. THE CAR HAS ABOUT 48000 MILES. 1) WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, BRAKE SELF APPLIES FORCEFULLY AT TIMES WHEN PASSING OR BEING PASSED BY OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ADJACENT LANES ON BOTH SIDES, ALMOST CREATING REAR-END COLLISIONS ON A FEW OCCASIONS. 2) WHEN RESETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL ...

Mileage: 46,798

SPORADICALLY IN WET OR DAMP CONDITIONS THE CAR ON STARTUP MY REV PAST 5000 RPM AND WILL NOT STOP. TOUCH ACCELERATOR WITH NOT CHANGE, MUST TURN OFF AND RESTART SEVERAL TIMES. CAR WILL ALSO WHILE IN MOTION DISPLAY "SERVICE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY VEHICLE SPEED LIMITED DUE TO MALFUNCTION. SPEED IS NOT LIMIT...

Mileage: 76,327

HEADLIGHTS ON THE CAR WILL GO TOTALLY OFF FOR TWO/THREE SECONDS. IT DOES NOT OCCUR EVERYTIME I DRIVE AT NIGHT BUT HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. I HAVE HAD IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAY THEY CANNOT FIX IT UNLESS IT HAPPENS WHILE THEY ARE DRIVING THE CAR. LUCKILY IT HAS OCCURRED...

Mileage: 26,750

ENGINE FAILURE - CAR HAS 32K MILES; NEVER HAD ANY WARNING LIGHT APPEAR ON THE DASH; OUT OF NO WHERE DEVELOPED A KNOCKING NOISE. THE CAR WAS SITTING FOR APPROXIMATELY 2 WEEKS AND ONCE STARTED AND DRIVING A KNOCKING NOISE STARTED APPROXIMATELY 5 MINUTES INTO MY DRIVE; THEREFORE I BROUGHT IT IMMEDIATEL...

Mileage: 32,000

THE PASSENGER SIDE DOORS OF THIS CAR HAVE AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WHERE THEY WILL NOT OPEN, THIS HAS OCCURRED WHEN THE CAR IS PARKED. THE DOORS ARE UNLOCKED YET WHEN PULLING ON THE DOOR HANDLE OF THE EFFECTED DOORS THE DOORS DO NOT OPEN AND APPEAR TO BE LOCKED HOWEVER THEY ARE NOT. THIS AFFECTS TH...

Mileage: 20,000

THE HINGES FOR THE REAR SEAT FLIP-UP ARMREST BROKE WHEN I SAT IN THE BACK SEAT. THIS ARMREST IS ALSO THE COVER FOR THE SMALL STORAGE COMPARTMENT UNDER IT. NOW THERE'S NO COVER ON THE COMPARTMENT AND NO PLACE FOR REAR PASSENGERS TO PUT THEIR ELBOWS. THE HINGES ARE ONLY PLASTIC, BUT HYUNDAI WON'T AL...

Mileage: 22,000

I WANT TO NOTIFY YOU ABOUT A SAFETY ISSUE REGARDING THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OF THE 2014 HYUNDAI EQUUS ULTRA. WHEN THE BACK SEAT PASSENGER PUSHES THE RECLINE BUTTON ON THE RIGHT REAR PASSENGER SEAT CONTROLS, THE FRONT SEAT STARTS TO COLLAPSE. WHAT HAPPENS IS THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT STARTS TO MOV...

Mileage: 6,900

THIS IS THE E-MAIL THAT I SENT TO HYUNDAI TO NOTIFY THEM OF A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE W. THEIR NEW EQUUS: I WANTED TO ALERT YOU ABOUT A POTENTIALLY SEVERE SAFETY ISSUE THAT HAPPENED TO OCCUR WHILE MY 13 YR OLD SON & I WERE EXAMINING THE EQUUS AT THE CHARLOTTE AUTOSHOW. I WAS SITTING IN THE DRIVER SEA...

THIS IS THE E-MAIL THAT I SENT TO HYUNDAI TO NOTIFY THEM OF A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE W. THEIR NEW EQUUS: I WANTED TO ALERT YOU ABOUT A POTENTIALLY SEVERE SAFETY ISSUE THAT HAPPENED TO OCCUR WHILE MY 13 YR OLD SON & I WERE EXAMINING THE EQUUS AT THE CHARLOTTE AUTOSHOW. I WAS SITTING IN THE DRIVER SEA...