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
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan FWD | 192.9 in | 72.8 in | 58.7 in | 109.4 in | 61.8 / 61.4 in | 3,633 lb | 61/39 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azera | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | +12% | $3,350 | 444 |
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
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Hyundai Azera (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 20 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2006 Honda Accord | 26 MPG | Not rated | 9 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 25 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 24 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
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.
Not every 2006 Hyundai Azera is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2006 Hyundai Azera buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 17 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Electrical System — 13 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Suspension — 13 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 103,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- 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 →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Azera | 23 | – | Not rated | 1 | 12 |
| 2016 Azera | 23 | – | Not rated | 1 | 15 |
| 2015 Azera | 23 | – | Not rated | 1 | 9 |
| 2014 Azera | 23 | – | Not rated | 1 | 45 |
| 2013 Azera | 23 | – | Not rated | 2 | 104 |
| 2012 Azera | 23 | – | Not rated | 2 | 67 |
| 2011 Azera | 22 | – | Not rated | 3 | 12 |
| 2010 Azera | 21 | – | Not rated | 3 | 7 |
| 2009 Azera | 21 | 192.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 14 |
| 2008 Azera | 21 | 192.9 in | Not rated | 5 | 38 |
| 2007 Azera | 20 | 192.9 in | Not rated | 5 | 45 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Hyundai. How we calculate this →