Hyundai Recall 13V-264: Air bags – sensor/control module-inactive

Affected: 2012–2013 Hyundai Azera. Filed with NHTSA on June 25, 2013, covering about 5,200 vehicles.

The problem

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Azera vehicles manufactured May 22, 2012, through November 23, 2012. The occupant detection system may fail to properly differentiate whether the front passenger seat occupant is an adult, a child or a child restraint seat.

The risk

If the occupant is incorrectly classified, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the airbag may deploy with greater or lesser force than appropriate, resulting in an increased risk of injury.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the airbag system. The recall beagan on August 13, 2013. Hyundai's recall number is "Campaign 111." Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign13V-264 (13V264000)
Manufacturer numberCampaign 111
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentAir bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive
Report dateJune 25, 2013
Owners notifiedSeptember 13, 2013
Vehicles affected5,200
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 13V-264 repair free?

Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the airbag system. The recall beagan on August 13, 2013. Hyundai's recall number is "Campaign 111." Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,200 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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.