2013 Hyundai Equus Problems & Complaints

Averageabout as many complaints as a typical year of the Equus at the same age

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 2013 Hyundai Equus with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the Equus at the same age. The most reported problem area is the suspension (2 complaints, typically around 100,000 miles). One recall covers this model year.

10complaints
1recalls
1crashes
0fires
1injuries
0deaths

Most common 2013 Hyundai Equus problems

  • Suspension~100,000 miles
    220%
  • Transmission & drivetrain~15,000 miles
    220%
  • Stability & traction control~15,000 miles
    220%
  • Speed control & acceleration~12,000 miles
    220%
  • Brakes
    220%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~15,000 miles
    110%
  • Equipment & accessories~12,000 miles
    110%
  • Wheels & tires~10,000 miles
    110%
  • Air bags~99,000 miles
    110%
  • Electrical system
    110%
  • Steering
    110%

Share of the 10 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Hyundai Equus complaints by model year

201120122013201420152016248103699
Owner complaints per model year, Hyundai Equus. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Equus years: 2012. Years to avoid: 2014, 2011. Compare all years →

2013 Hyundai Equus recalls (1)

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor

NHTSA recall 16V-117 · Feb 29, 2016 · 18,700 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

2013 Hyundai Equus engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
5.0L 8-cyl8-speed automaticRWD15 / 23 / 18

EPA ratings. Class: Large car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 Hyundai Equus a good car?

Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Equus rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the Equus at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Hyundai Equus?

The suspension — 2 complaints, 20% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (2) and stability & traction control (2).

How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Equus have?

There is 1 recall for the 2013 Hyundai Equus, the most recent from February 29, 2016 (motor). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Hyundai Equus?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2012. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2014 and 2011. See the full Hyundai Equus years comparison.

At what mileage do 2013 Hyundai Equus problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 15,000 miles; 67% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.