Hyundai Genesis complaints by model year
1,243 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 96 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| 2015 | 290 | 10 | 3 | 6 |
| 2014 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 126 | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | 260 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| 2011 | 122 | 12 | 3 | 3 |
| 2010 | 88 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| 2009 | 235 | 15 | 2 | 3 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2008–2018. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 1 | 125 | 30 | 28 | 61 | 24 | 3 | 23 | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 29 | 14 | 19 | 49 | 17 | 4 | 111 | 29 | 0 |
| Engine | 0 | 13 | 6 | 14 | 68 | 41 | 6 | 41 | 27 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 0 | 22 | 9 | 26 | 31 | 16 | 0 | 41 | 13 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 24 | 13 | 11 | 24 | 2 | 3 | 43 | 11 | 0 |
| Power train | 0 | 10 | 5 | 7 | 39 | 21 | 0 | 22 | 10 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 21 | 3 | 10 | 15 | 10 | 0 | 29 | 8 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 16 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Hyundai Genesis recalls (10)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Genesis model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V107000 | Feb 13, 2024 | Water Damage to Starter Solenoid May Cause Fire | 2015, 2016 | 69.7% |
| 21V160000 | Mar 10, 2021 | Anti-Lock Brake System Module May Short Circuit | 2015, 2016 | 89.6% |
| 17V359000 | Jun 5, 2017 | Parking Brake Indicator may not Illuminate | 2015, 2016 | 73.8% |
| 16V575000 | Aug 2, 2016 | Instrument Cluster may Malfunction | 2015 | 90.4% |
| 16V117000 | Feb 29, 2016 | Loss of Wiper Function due to Corrosion | 2012 | 74.3% |
| 15V864000 | Dec 22, 2015 | Tires May Develop Cracks in Sidewall | 2015 | 78.8% |
| 15V097000 | Feb 19, 2015 | Water may Leak into Rear Combination Lamp Assembly | 2015 | 96.7% |
| 14V713000 | Nov 7, 2014 | Inoperative Stop Lamps | 2009, 2010, 2011 | 67% |
| 13V489000 | Oct 29, 2013 | Brake Fluid may Corrode Brake Module | 2009–2012 | 75.8% |
| 13V113000 | Apr 1, 2013 | Stop Lamp Switch may Function Intermittently | 2009, 2010, 2011 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr awd |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4 dr awd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Hyundai Genesis FAQ
How many recalls has the Hyundai Genesis had?
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns that cover at least one Hyundai Genesis model year from 2008 to 2018. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Hyundai Genesis year has the most complaints?
Among the last 10 model years with settled counts, the 2015 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (290) and the 2008 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Hyundai Genesis problems?
Across the 2008–2018 model years, owners most often name the service brakes, electrical system, engine in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Hyundai Genesis get?
EPA rates the 2016 Hyundai Genesis at 18 to 22 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.