2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Genesis Coupe years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 6th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. That ranks 6th out of 7 Genesis Coupe model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (4 complaints, 36%), typically at around 30,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 11owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 4 | 36% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 27% | 40,250 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 27% | 100,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 18% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 9% | 58,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 9% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:ignition:interlock/lockout
Problem: 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.
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Hyundai's number for this recall is 266.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/modulePark outside
Problem: 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. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, to June 11, 2016. The electrical harness connector for the front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may dislodge when the seat is moved.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, the disconnected OCS would, by default, cause the first stage, and only the first stage, of the air bag to deploy, whether there is a child seat in the front seat and the bag should not deploy or if the crash is severe and both stages should deploy. Either scenario increases the risk of injury to the front seat occupant.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will secure the OCS connector to prevent it from disconnecting, free of charge. Parts are not currently available and a second letter will be sent to owners when parts are available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 151.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires (AQ23002) — opened Nov 17, 2023, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The dealership was saying this recall was done but it was not and the problem still persists and I have the airbag/rearbelt light permanently on: â**Passenger Airbag OCS Sensor (2016): A loose electrical connector under the front passenger seat can prevent the passenger airbag from deploying…
Sep 22, 2023 Manufacturer Recall Number251 NHTSA Recall Number23V651000 Recall Status: Recall Incomplete, remedy not yet available June, 2024 It has been 10 months since an alert from Hyundai to park this vehicle outside due to chance of fire. I need this car repaired or repurchased by Hyundai. 10…
Re: [XXX] It has been 6 months since a recall notice was sent indicating: FIRE RISK WHEN PARKED As of 3/9/2024, the recall is still marked: REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE This is unacceptable. What are my options to get this resolved immediately? [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM…
Brakes are spongy and do not engage properly
All maintenance done on vehicle when needed however the vehicle stalled in traffic and almost caught on fire when driving it doesnât take off like it should now vehicle is not drivable engine failure
Other Hyundai Genesis Coupe years
← 2011 Genesis Coupe · 2013 Genesis Coupe →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Genesis Coupe | 7 | 2 |
| 2015 Genesis Coupe | 16 | 3 |
| 2014 Genesis Coupe | 22 | 3 |
| 2013 Genesis Coupe | 74 | 4 |
| 2012 | 11 | 3 |
| 2011 Genesis Coupe | 24 | 4 |
| 2010 Genesis Coupe | 68 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
Owners most often report service brakes, engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Genesis Coupe model years, the 2012 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.