AI Damage2013 Hyundai Equus: common problems
Owners of the 2013 Hyundai Equus filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electronic stability control and powertrain. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 10
- involving a crash
- 1
What fails most often
- 1 Electronic stability control 20% of all complaints
- 2 Powertrain 20% of all complaints
- 3 Service brakes 20% of all complaints
- 4 Suspension 20% of all complaints
- 5 Vehicle speed control 20% of all complaints
- 6 Air bags 10% of all complaints
- 7 Electrical system 10% of all complaints
- 8 Equipment 10% of all complaints
- Electronic stability control: 2 complaints (20% of all).
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (20% of all).
- Service brakes: 2 complaints (20% of all).
- Suspension: 2 complaints (20% of all).
- Vehicle speed control: 2 complaints (20% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 5 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: RWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 10 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic stability control | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the spleen and medical attention was provided. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow lot. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.
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.
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 drove to the dealership.the service man saw the problem but by the time he pulled into a stall, the problem had fixed itself. I was told there are often problems with the front air springs but they had not seen this problem in the rear of the car.
Since I purchased the car I have experienced hesitation at times when I step on the accelerator. The car doesn't respond for 1-2 seconds and I have to hit the accelerator very hard to make it catch and move forward. It is intermittent but when I am trying to get into traffic it is very scary.
.we have had 3 blowouts ,on three different occasions.the tires are continental ,275/40/19.the first one was in,new jersey,driving at approx 35-40mph,approx with10k wear onthe tire.tire was replaced at brad benson rte 1,nj.the second blowout was in may 2015 with about 20k onthe tire in miami,fl,speed 35mph..tire was…
I would like this email forwarded to the ceo of hyundai usa or who ever can help a customer who has purchased an equus. I refuse to speak with customer service as they are totally useless and don't understand my concerns. My car has been at the keiffer hyundai shop for now going on 5 months.
Multiple dashboard warning lights - vsm off, dsc, epb, psb, airbag, and check engine lights; vehicle still running. The first instance occurred on a freeway feeder road while going 45mph; car was unresponsive to any inputs from the accelerator for approximately 10 seconds, simply acting as if there were no throttle…
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 10,921 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 30% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Equus has 14 complaints (7 years in the data). This year has 10, below average.
What to check before buying
- Electronic stability control. ABS/ESC sensors, steering angle, codes after suspension repair.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Equus?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electronic stability control, powertrain, service brakes. Total complaints: 10. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (20%), airbags did not deploy (10%), hesitation when accelerating (10%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2013 Hyundai Equus?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2013 Hyundai Equus from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2013 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.