2013 Hyundai Genesis Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Genesis years
- More complaints than other years 4th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 126 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Hyundai Genesis. That ranks 4th out of 10 Genesis model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (41 complaints, 33%), typically at around 42,500 miles. Complaints mention 14 crashes, 2 fires, 16 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 126owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 14complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 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 | 41 | 33% | 42,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 21 | 17% | 31,550 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 16% | 32,089 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 17 | 13% | 41,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 16 | 13% | 85,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 13 | 10% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 10 | 8% | 42,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 7% | 978 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 4% | 17,400 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 4% | 106,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 3% | 24,912 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2% | 42,300 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 2% | 2,172 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 2% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 2% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | 8,912 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2% | 5,100 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2% | 11,450 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | 50 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | 1,125 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | 42,525 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | 1,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Hyundai Genesis recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
2013 Hyundai Genesis sedan (BH) is experiencing the intermittent soft brake pedal and reduced braking pressure that matches the TSB 22-BR-001H for the HECU on 2009-2012 Genesis sedans. I took it to the local dealership but their mechanic said they could not recreate the condition. The ABS and ESC…
Driving the vehicle between 35 and 40 mph, the vehicle completely shut off without warning. No check engine light prior to the vehicle shutting down. It was taking to the dealership for a scheduled oil change and the issue with was mention to the dealership. They told me that they hadn't heard of…
Brake pedal has to be pushed harder than normal to get brakes to engage. Dealer has diagnosed problem as faulty ABS module which is not considered as part of recall for CCU unit on other hyundai models
Soft brake pedal on application...and continues to floor before any active braking. No warning or lights active on dash. This results in extended braking distance and possible collision with vehicles ahead. Issue is known to manufacturer and dealers. Dealers delay avoid repairs stating no parts…
The rear passenger window will no longer rise. This leaves my car an easy target for theft and water damage.
Other Hyundai Genesis years
← 2012 Genesis · 2014 Genesis →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Genesis | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 Genesis | 97 | 4 |
| 2015 Genesis | 290 | 7 |
| 2014 Genesis | 22 | 0 |
| 2013 | 126 | 0 |
| 2012 Genesis | 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 2013 Hyundai Genesis?
Owners most often report engine, power train, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 41 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Hyundai Genesis?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2013 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 2013 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.