Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 104 | −35% | 6 | Electrical | Average |
| 2015 | 306 | 1.9× | 10 | Electrical | Caution |
| 2014 | 44 | −76% | 3 | Engine | Good |
| 2013 | 200 | typical | 4 | Engine | Average |
| 2012 | 271 | 1.7× | 5 | Engine | Caution |
| 2011 | 146 | typical | 6 | Brake | Average |
| 2010 | 156 | typical | 5 | Brake | Average |
| 2009 | 235 | 1.5× | 3 | Brake | Caution |
* Complaints compared with the median Genesis year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Hyundai Genesis problems
Latest Hyundai Genesis recalls
Seats › Front assembly › Power adjust
Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis, and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The front power seat motors may overheat due to a stuck power seat control switch, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the repair has been performed. The remedy is currently under development.
Electrical system › Ignition › Interlock/lockout
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Genesis Coupe vehicles. A return spring in the ignition lock switch may fracture, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the vehicle is started in gear, without the parking brake applied.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition lock switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Electrical system › Starter assembly › Solenoid
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge.
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Hyundai Genesis should you avoid?
2015, 2012 and 2009 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Genesis years at the same age, led by electrical system problems in the 2015.
What is the best year for the Hyundai Genesis?
2014 has the fewest complaints compared with other Genesis years at the same age, followed by 2016. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Hyundai Genesis problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the brakes (377), electrical system (303) and engine & cooling (281). Brake complaints peak in the 2009 model year.
How many recalls has the Hyundai Genesis had?
16 recalls across 2009–2016. The model year with the most is 2015. See all Hyundai Genesis recalls by year.
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.