Hyundai Genesis problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 393 owner complaints and 10 recalls on file for the Hyundai Genesis (2009–2016). The 2015 Genesis has the most serious complaints, most often about electrical system.

Complaints
393
Recalls
10
Model years
8
Worst year
2015

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Hyundai Genesis model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Hyundai Genesis years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2015 Hyundai Genesis — 176 complaints, 5 crashes, 3 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  2. 2016 Hyundai Genesis — 70 complaints, 1 crash, 3 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  3. 2012 Hyundai Genesis — 57 complaints, 3 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Engine
  4. 2013 Hyundai Genesis — 33 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Brakes

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2014 (9 complaints).

Every Hyundai Genesis model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2016 Genesis701343Electrical System
2015 Genesis1765366Electrical System
2014 Genesis90000Brakes
2013 Genesis332010Brakes
2012 Genesis573152Engine
2011 Genesis180103Brakes
2010 Genesis90003Brakes
2009 Genesis211003Engine

Most common Hyundai Genesis problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    137 complaints
  • Engine
    89 complaints
  • Brakes
    72 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    33 complaints
  • Lighting
    32 complaints
  • Steering
    28 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    20 complaints
  • Airbags
    19 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    15 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    15 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Hyundai Genesis received by NHTSA each month.

Hyundai Genesis recalls

  • Recall 24V107000Feb 13, 202490,907 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V160000Mar 10, 202194,646 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

  • Recall 17V359000Jun 5, 2017161,074 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the parking brake indicator is not illuminated when the parking brake is applied, the driver may operate the vehicle with the parking brake partially engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V575000Aug 2, 20163,031 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the instrument cluster displays the vehicle speed or illuminates the warning lights incorrectly there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V117000Feb 29, 201618,700 vehiclesModel years 2012

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

  • Recall 15V864000Dec 22, 201511,142 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: Tire sidewall cracks could cause a rupture during use, resulting in a rapid air loss and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V097000Feb 19, 201524,400 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the incorrect gear is being displayed, the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V713000Nov 7, 201442,925 vehiclesModel years 2009–2011

    Risk: A following vehicle may not recognize that the vehicle is slowing or coming to a stop if the stop lamps on the vehicle do not illuminate as expected. There is an increased risk of a rear-end crash as a result.

  • Recall 13V489000Oct 29, 201343,500 vehiclesModel years 2009–2012

    Risk: If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V113000Apr 1, 20131,712,336 vehiclesModel years 2009–2011

    Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.

Other Hyundai models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology