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2012 Hyundai Equus recalls and problems

The 2012 Hyundai Equus has 1 safety recall and 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
8
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2012 Hyundai Equus vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Hyundai Equus recalls

Recall 16V-117: Visibility

Reported Feb 29, 2016 · 18,700 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.

Risk: Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.

2012 Hyundai Equus problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train4
Engine3
Suspension2
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)1
Air Bags1
Electrical System1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 41,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2012 Hyundai Equus complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Jul 11, 2026
I am writing to log an immediate emergency update to my vehicle safety report regarding my 2012 Hyundai Equus Signature 5.0L. On Friday afternoon, July 10, 2026, Hyundai Motor America’s corporate office formally initiated a high-level Tier-2 supervisor review to investigate the severe powertrain safety hazard currently present on my vehicle—specifically, a catastrophic internal rupture of the transmission fluid cooler loop that has cross-contaminated and flooded my engine block infrastructure and main radiator with high-velocity metallic shrapnel. However, today, Saturday, July 11, 2026…
Engine · reported Jul 8, 2026
I am reporting a severe vehicle safety hazard involving a sudden loss of motive power and extreme thermal failure on my 2012 Hyundai Equus Signature 5.0L. In July 2022, at 88,845 miles, an authorized Hyundai dealership replaced the transmission under a factory warranty event. Rather than replacing the transmission oil cooler assembly—which was contaminated with heavy metal shrapnel from the original mechanical breakdown—the servicing dealer chose to only flush the lines, creating a latent fluid restriction. After approximately 18,000 miles of operation, this restriction completely choked…
Power Train · reported Jul 6, 2026
I was driving on the highway and my transmission due to a failed transmission service done to my vehicle caused my vehicle’s transmission to overheat a blowout my transmission cooler and mix coolant and transmission fluid unknown to me because of a clogged transmission cooler line improperly flushed instead of replaced by the Patrick Hyundai dealership there could’ve been and electrical fire or a crash due to these things.
Air Bags · at 75,000 miles · reported May 31, 2020
Following a slip on the road I AM the victim of an accident on the edge of a hyundai santa fe. The car struck the mountain, but the airbags failed to activate in the accident resulting in a frontal impact, which caused me serious injury. Why the airbags are not triggered ?? The car made several rotations and suffered irreversible damage and despite everything the airbags were not triggered.
Power Train · at 41,000 miles · reported Mar 9, 2015
The contact owns a 2012 hyundai equus. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle jolted continuously and shifted independently into another gear. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Hyundai Equus have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Hyundai Equus: 16V-117 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Hyundai Equus?

Owners report power train problems most often (4 reports), followed by engine (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 41,000 miles.

Are Hyundai recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.