Hyundai Genesis Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1,244 owner complaints and 11 safety recalls on file for the Hyundai Genesis, across 10 model years (2008–2018). The 2015 model year has the most complaints (290). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Hyundai Genesis years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Genesis year: 2009, 2012, 2015. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2015 Genesis: 290 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2012 Genesis: 260 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2009 Genesis: 235 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2008 Genesis: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2018 Genesis: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2014 Genesis: 22 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Hyundai Genesis problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | 272 | 8 | 2 |
| Service Brakes problems | 220 | 9 | 21 |
| Engine problems | 216 | 8 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting problems | 131 | 8 | 1 |
| Power Train problems | 114 | 7 | 0 |
| Steering | 96 | 7 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 88 | 7 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 78 | 8 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 51 | 8 | 23 |
| Structure | 37 | 7 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 33 | 8 | 2 |
| Wheels | 28 | 7 | 1 |
| Seats | 24 | 8 | 4 |
| Suspension | 24 | 7 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 24 | 7 | 2 |
| Tires | 23 | 7 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 21 | 7 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 7 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 13 | 6 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 6 | 1 |
| Visibility | 10 | 6 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Equipment | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Hyundai Genesis problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2015: electrical system (111)
- 2012: engine (68)
- 2009: service brakes (110)
All Hyundai Genesis model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Genesis | 3 | 0 | — | Wheels | |
| 2016 Genesis | 97 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2015 Genesis | 290 | 7 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2014 Genesis | 22 | 0 | — | Engine | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2013 Genesis | 126 | 0 | — | Engine | More complaints than other years |
| 2012 Genesis | 260 | 2 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2011 Genesis | 122 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other | More complaints than other years |
| 2010 Genesis | 88 | 3 | — | Service Brakes | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2009 Genesis | 235 | 3 | — | Service Brakes | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2008 Genesis | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Genesis years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2009 (235), 2012 (260), 2015 (290) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Genesis year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Hyundai Genesis?
Electrical System, with 272 complaints across 8 model years.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Genesis have?
11 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.