2012 Hyundai Genesis Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Genesis years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 260 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Hyundai Genesis. That ranks 2nd out of 10 Genesis model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (68 complaints, 26%), typically at around 62,000 miles. Complaints mention 8 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 260owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 8complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine problems | 68 | 26% | 62,000 | “able restart” (12%) | — |
| Electrical System | 49 | 19% | 55,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 39 | 15% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 13% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 31 | 12% | 64,848 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 11% | 59,780 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 24 | 9% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 15 | 6% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 5% | 38,864 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 3% | 43,800 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 9 | 3% | 55,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 8 | 3% | 71,244 | — | — |
| Suspension | 8 | 3% | 41,800 | — | — |
| Wheels | 6 | 2% | 28,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 2% | 39,525 | — | — |
| Seats | 4 | 2% | 71,244 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 1% | 47,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 1% | 75,128 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 0% | 11,500 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0% | 64,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 0% | 129,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 0% | 170,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Hyundai Genesis recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.
Risk: Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.
Service brakes, hydraulic:fluid
Problem: Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
Risk: If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. Hyundai will replace the factory brake fluid in those vehicles that have not previously had the factory brake fluid replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or by email at [email protected]. Hyundai's recall number is 114.
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
- Brake hydraulic control module failure (PE13033) — opened Oct 17, 2013, closed Apr 4, 2014, led to recall 13V489000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
See attached document for complaint.
Brake pedal has been intermittently low/spongy and has progressively gotten worse. During these events, the brake pedal goes nearly to the floorboard, and braking power is weak but will typically function after pumping the pedal repeatedly. Stopping or slowing in an emergency situation may not be…
I am submitting this letter as a formal safety defect complaint regarding my 2012 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 sedan, which is experiencing braking system behavior that directly mirrors the defect described in Hyundai Recall Campaign 114 (NHTSA Campaign 13V489000), despite my vehicle not being included by…
Brake line on driver rear rusted and leaking above brake hose. Cannot drive vehicle safely with this leak. Would leak brake fluid each time I step on brake pedal. Problem magnified when car is on and brake booster is working. Vehicle not at dealer or mechanic yet, but link to video of driver rear…
The contact owned a 2012 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, she collided with another vehicle on the front driver's side. No air bags deployed. BM Automotive towed the vehicle, then the vehicle was towed to her local dealership. The contact stated that she…
Other Hyundai Genesis years
← 2011 Genesis · 2013 Genesis →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Genesis | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 Genesis | 97 | 4 |
| 2015 Genesis | 290 | 7 |
| 2014 Genesis | 22 | 0 |
| 2013 Genesis | 126 | 0 |
| 2012 | 260 | 2 |
| 2011 Genesis | 122 | 3 |
| 2010 Genesis | 88 | 3 |
| 2009 Genesis | 235 | 3 |
| 2008 Genesis | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Genesis?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 68 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Hyundai Genesis?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Hyundai Genesis a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Genesis model years, the 2012 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.