2015 Hyundai Genesis brakes problems

Related recalls

• Recall 21V160000Mar 10, 202194,646 vehiclesPark outside
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.

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

  Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.

• Recall 17V359000Jun 5, 2017161,074 vehicles
  PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT

  Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the warning light to indicate that the parking brake is applied may intermittently not illuminate in the dash due to corrosion in the switch.

  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.

  Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 164.

What owners say

1. Filed May 27, 2026TXBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   UNKNOWN, The car lose electricity, shutting down by itself, when I press start engine, or when I shut down engine, recently car shuts off while I drive it on highway, it didn't start until I jump start it, also it shows lights of ABS, and brakes auto hold, cruise control not working.

   NHTSA complaint #11740461 · source
2. Filed Oct 10, 2025TXBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   After Hyundai performed a recall service on my vehicle, the radiator hose burst while I was driving on the highway, causing the engine to fail completely. Smoke came from the engine compartment, and I had to pull over immediately with my family to avoid a serious accident. Before the recall, the vehicle had no issues and ran perfectly for three months after purchase. The problem occurred only a few days after the recall service, which included work on the ABS module. Hyundai…

   NHTSA complaint #11692472 · source
3. Filed May 9, 2024TXCrash3 injuredBrakesOther / Unknown

   After having repeat brake issues and bringing the brake issues to the attention of the authorized dealer: Steele Hyundai South Loop in Houston, TX. There was no resolution. I visited with the management of Steele Hyundai on March [XXX], 2023. I was in a car accident on March [XXX], 2023 where brake failure occurred. I took the vehicle to Firestone on March [XXX], 2023 for a full inspection. Firestone determined the brakes were not repaired properly. INFORMATION REDACTED…

   NHTSA complaint #11587885 · source
4. Filed Nov 13, 202330,000 miNCBrakes

   The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated while driving through heavy rain, the ABS warning light intermittently appeared on the instrument panel. Recently, the contact stated that the ABS warning light remained illuminated upon starting the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V160000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) which was linked to the failure. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and…

   NHTSA complaint #11554786 · source
5. Filed May 5, 2023FLBrakesElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   There are multiple problem points with this vehicle that become apparent far earlier than they should including but not limited to 1: Starter Motor complete failure at 70k miles (affects every single 3.8 2015-2017 genesis sedan) 2: Sunroof front panel seal degradation 3: Shuddering driveshaft early into new ownership (also afflicts most of these vehicles) 4: BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER SUDDEN COMPLETE FAILURE 5: Oil Pressure sensor improper calibration All of these…

   NHTSA complaint #11520711 · source
6. Filed Feb 22, 2023TXBrakesElectrical SystemSteering

   theres multiple of vehicles like mines that are having the battery terminal issue. and when its loose it cause the car to shut of while at high speed causing the driver to loose power steering and brakes.

   NHTSA complaint #11508464 · source
7. Filed Feb 13, 2023VABrakes

   The brakes drag on the primarily on front passenger side and sounds like its cutting into the rotor. They've been replaced several times and after a few months the issue reappears. The issue can affect any of the of the four wheels. It's much worse during frequent braking, or 'stop and go traffic', and when it's warmer outside.

   NHTSA complaint #11507129 · source
8. Filed Mar 9, 202291,130 miLA1 injuredBrakes

   The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while his girlfriend was driving 60 MPH there was an obstruction of a diesel tire on the road, which was unavoidable. As a result, the driver drove over it which caused the rack and pinion to fracture. The contact stated that the crash warning message displayed. The contact merged to the shoulder of the road and discovered the module 4 ABS system, interface to the power steering, and the dust front cover of the…

   NHTSA complaint #11455863 · source
9. Filed Dec 13, 2021SCBrakes

   The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V160000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts…

   NHTSA complaint #11443594 · source
10. Filed Sep 17, 2021CABrakesElectrical SystemSteering

    ESC failed. I was attempting to make a left turn from a stopped position at a typical intersection. I lost control of the vehicle as it started to fishtail once I began the turn. Brakes did not respond and I ended up hitting the curb on the outer lane with both front and rear tires. Side curtain and passenger seat airbags deployed. Vehicle is now a total loss. I believe the faulty ESC poises a lot more risk that just a fire. From other reports on genesis forums by consumers…

    NHTSA complaint #11433388 · source
11. Filed Aug 3, 202161,000 miCABrakes

    The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V160000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle would shake abnormally. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that they were short staffed and could not schedule an appointment until a later date. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the…

    NHTSA complaint #11427651 · source
12. Filed Jul 28, 202138,000 miNCBrakes

    The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated while operating the vehicle and lightly depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would abruptly stop. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.

    NHTSA complaint #11426822 · source

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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology