Recalls
6campaigns
3 electrical · 2 brake · 1 tire
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
290filed
Owner reports, 2008–2018 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
5★overall
★★★★★ Frontal 5★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 5★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
22mpg combined
$2,969/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
3.8 L 6-cyl· 8-speed automatic
3 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2015 Hyundai Genesis. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
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Park outside: fire risk. NHTSA advises parking outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.
Water Damage to Starter Solenoid May Cause Fire
Electrical system · starter assembly · solenoid
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- 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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
69.7% repairedof 90,907 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V107000
Listed for 2015 Hyundai Genesis. Not checked against your VIN.
Park outside: fire risk. NHTSA advises parking outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.
Anti-Lock Brake System Module May Short Circuit
Service brakes, hydraulic · antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · control unit/module
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
89.6% repairedof 94,646 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 21V160000
Listed for 2015 Hyundai Genesis. Not checked against your VIN.
Parking Brake Indicator may not Illuminate
Parking brake · indicator light
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
73.8% repairedof 161,074 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 17V359000
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Instrument Cluster may Malfunction
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis sedans manufactured February 1, 2015, through May 20, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a seven-inch TFT-LCD instrument cluster that may display an incorrect vehicle speed or may illuminate all of the warning lights or not illuminate a warning light that needs to be lit.
- Consequence
- If the instrument cluster displays the vehicle speed or illuminates the warning lights incorrectly there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 147.
90.4% repairedof 3,031 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 16V575000
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Tires May Develop Cracks in Sidewall
Tires · sidewall
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured March 3, 2014, to February 9, 2015, and equipped with Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 tires installed as original equipment. The affected tires may develop cracks in the tire sidewall, resulting in a loss of air.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the factory tires with tires of another brand, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 138.
78.8% repairedof 11,142 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 15V864000
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Water may Leak into Rear Combination Lamp Assembly
Electrical system
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured February 21, 2014, to January 24, 2015. Water may leak into the rear combination lamp assemblies and cause an incorrect gear display on the instrument panel or a delay in the engagement of the selected gear when the vehicle is shifted from Park to Reverse or Drive.
- Consequence
- If the incorrect gear is being displayed, the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply pads to prevent water intrusion into the combination lamp housing, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 128.
96.7% repairedof 24,400 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 15V097000
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Owner complaints (290)
290 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
10involved a crash
3involved a fire
8injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 290 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 111 | 38.3% |
| Exterior lighting | 43 | 14.8% |
| Engine | 41 | 14.1% |
| Unknown or other | 41 | 14.1% |
| Steering | 29 | 10% |
| Service brakes | 23 | 7.9% |
| Power train | 22 | 7.6% |
| Structure | 20 | 6.9% |
| Wheels | 12 | 4.1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 11 | 3.8% |
How 2015 compares with other Genesis years
Best and worst Genesis years →20081
2009235
201088
2011122
2012260
2013126
201422
2015290
201696
20183
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 235 | 3 |
| 2010 | 88 | 3 |
| 2011 | 122 | 3 |
| 2012 | 260 | 2 |
| 2013 | 126 | 0 |
| 2014 | 22 | 0 |
| 2015 | 290 | 6 |
| 2016 | 96 | 3 |
| 2018 | 3 | 0 |
This year (2015)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Overall★★★★★
Frontal crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side crashDriver 4★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 9.5%★★★★★
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2015 Hyundai Genesis 4 dr awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 22 mpg combined
22
mpg combined
18
city
28
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 411 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
$2,969per year
$247per month
682gallons a year
Miles ÷ 22 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 22 | $3,050 | 411 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 25 / 19 | $3,550 | 460 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $4,550 | 502 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2015 Hyundai Genesis FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Hyundai Genesis have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 24V107000 (electrical), 21V160000 (brake), 17V359000 (brake), 16V575000 (electrical), 15V864000 (tire), 15V097000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Hyundai Genesis problems?
Owners filed 290 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (111), Exterior lighting (43), Engine (41) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Hyundai Genesis get?
EPA rates the 3.8 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 18 city, 28 highway and 22 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2015 Hyundai Genesis get?
NHTSA rated the 2015 Hyundai Genesis 4 dr awd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (9.5% rollover risk).
How does the 2015 Genesis compare with other years?
Among the 2008–2018 Hyundai Genesis model years at least five years old, the 2008 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2015 the most (290). The 2015 drew 290. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.
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