Owners filed 68 complaints about this vehicle with federal regulators, most often about the power train. It has been recalled 3 times.
When it fails
02361023,610 milesMedian miles at failure
57 complaints record an odometer reading. Failures cluster around 0–10,000 miles.
What fails
Component
Reports
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Power Train
9
0
0
0
Service Brakes
8
0
0
0
Vehicle Speed Control
7
2
0
1
Air Bags
6
6
0
5
Electrical System
5
0
0
0
Unknown or Other
3
0
0
0
Structure › Body
3
0
0
1
Steering
3
0
0
0
Engine
3
0
0
0
Seats
2
0
0
0
3 safety recalls
Part 573 reports
Electrical System › Ignition › Interlock/Lockout24V562000
Filed Jul 25, 202412,612 vehiclesHyundai Motor America
Defect. 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.
Remedy. 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.
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification16V722000
Filed Oct 7, 201684,500 vehiclesHyundai Motor America
Defect. 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.
Remedy. 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.
Filed Apr 1, 20131,712,336 vehiclesHyundai Motor Company
Defect. Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Risk. Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
What owners reported
Newest filings
Engine
Filed Nov 1, 2023PA
Vehicle makes loud rattling noise on startup, while driving engine stalls upon checking engine it continues to run but belts do not turn n has no power. Also steering rack leaks as well as steering pump, has water in tail lens, evaporating system check engine light is on. Vehicle was diagnosed by repair shop n referred to take to dealer ... the problems was confirmed by independent service center
Service Brakes
Filed Jul 6, 2023CA
The brakes on my 2010 Genesis Coupe suddenly stopped working while on the freeway, luckily I was able to swerve into the carpool lane and avoid an accident. Upon taking it to Tuttle Click Hyundai I was told a master technician had to review it, which would cost $200 just to look at it. When the technician looked at the car, I was told it needed a new Brake Booster. Hyundai apparently no longer makes this part so the dealership had to locate an aftermarket replacement which costs about $1,100. I did note to the dealership that there was recalls on other 2010 Genesis cars for similar issues, but was told the recall was for the sedans, not the coupe and that they/Hyundai would not cover it. Upon installing the brake booster and bleeding the brakes, it was found that I also need a new ABS Module, which will cost up to $4,000 to find and install. Another user posted this same issue to the NHTSA in October 2022.
Engine
Filed Jun 18, 2023TX
The 2.0T engine failed and the vehicle is currently at Hyundai service department waiting on my warranty company to do an inspection of the engine. My safety was at risk as the engine failed during normal operation of the vehicle on a busy city street near a blind curve which other vehicles travel at high rates of speed. Hyundai Service department has confirmed the engine has failed which it needs to be replaced/rebuilt. Hyundai Service department has inspected the vehicle. Waiting on inspection from warranty company. There were no warning lights or symptoms prior to the engine failure. Thankfully I was not operating the vehicle on the expressway as I normally do on my way home which could have put me in a much more dangerous scenario when the engine failed. When the engine failed it started to effect other components in the vehicle, as I started to completely lose the ability to maneuver the vehicle putting myself in a dangerous situation.
Service Brakes
Filed Oct 3, 2022CA
On September 22, 2022 while traveling at about 65 mph on state highway 57 in CA, I came upon a sudden group of cars hitting their brakes and had to slam on my brakes but my 2010 Genesis Coupe did not stop and I had to swerve into an entrance lane on my right to avoid a serious collision. Fortunately there were no cars entering the highway on that entrance. I was then able to drive a short distance home. On May 26, 2022 I had my car serviced including the brakes by Service Auto Care and my car gave me no brake problems until this incident. On September 23 I brought my Genesis Coupe to Service Auto and explained what happened. The brakes worked fine on the way to the shop. They tested the brakes and said that the ABS module was defective but it was just put under a 15 year extended warranty by Hyundai on May 19, 2022 and to take it to the closest dealer. The dealer, Russell Westbrook Hyundai of Anaheim told me only the sedan was covered. This dangerous defect could occur at any time and cause a severe accident. I hope this report is helpful to the NHTSA and the defective part is replaced without charge. The dealership charged me $205 for an estimate, then wanted $2200 to re-do the brakes and then approximately $4000 to replace the ABS module. I have documents to back up everything I have presented.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module
Filed Jan 3, 2022FL
The contact owns a 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE . The contact stated that while driving his vehicle, his brake system started to make noise and became unresponsive. The contact stated that he then drove his vehicle to the dealer to have his brakes changed. The contact stated that the dealer changed both brakes and, rotors , front and rear, however the failure still exist. The contact stated the dealer advised him of the recall on the same year, make , and model vehicle that was experiencing the same failure NHTSA campaign 13V489000 (SERVICE BRAKES,HYDRAULC). The contact stated that he was advised that the HECU needed to be replaced. The contact stated that he then contacted the manufacturer who advised him that his vehicle was not apart of the recall. The contact stated since then his vehicle remains with the dealer who adivised him to contact NHTSA. The mileage failure was 90,000.
Service Brakes, Air › Antilock › Control Unit/Module
Filed Oct 4, 202179,000 milesOK
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact stated that while attempting to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal traveled to the floor and the stopping distance was extended. To stop the vehicle the brake pedal had to be pumped multiple times. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were both contacted regarding the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V489000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 79,000.
Service Brakes
Filed May 12, 2021140,000 milesOH
THE VEHICLE BRAKE LIGHTS STOP WORKING. THE CAR WILL NOT START NORMALLY AND WILL NOT SHIFT NORMALLY. A FUSS WILL FAIL OVER AND OVER AGAIN. HYUNDAI DEALER IDENTIFIED THAT THE HECU IS FAULTY.
Structure › Body
Filed Aug 19, 202034,000 milesIL
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER LEAKED INTO THE VEHICLE WHENEVER IT RAINED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT PUDDLES OF WATER FORMED ON THE FLOORS OF THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATS. THE CONTACT HAD NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 34,000.
Unknown or Other
Filed Nov 27, 201970,000 milesNY
SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR AS IN RECALL 13V489000 WITH OTHER VEHICLES OF THIS MAKE AND TYPE, BUT NO RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE ALL OTHER REPAIRS STANDARD REPAIRS NOT CLEARING PROBLEM
Electrical System
Filed Jun 7, 201990,773 milesCA
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. AFTER BEING PARKED FOR THREE MONTHS, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE CONTACT LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND FOUND RODENT EXCREMENT, FOOD PARTICLES, AND NOTICED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS WAS CHEWED THROUGH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BOB BAKER HYUNDAI (LOCATED AT 5285 CAR COUNTRY DR, CARLSBAD, CA 92008, (760) 929-4900) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STARTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MECHANIC FAILED TO PROPERLY DIAGNOSE THE VEHICLE. THE REPAIR COST $1,300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE AND TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE'S WIRING HARNESS WAS SOY-BASED. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, IT FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,773.
Air BagsCrash1 injured
Filed May 16, 2019GA
DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE GOING AROUND CURVE, CAR TURNED OUT AND SLID OFF THE ROAD, MAKING CONTACT WITH A TREE (REAR OF THE VEHICLE HIT THE TREE)
Tires
Filed Apr 26, 201997,000 milesIL
TEMPORARY SPARE SPLIT TREAD, NEVER USED
Unknown or Other
Filed Apr 21, 2019974,000 milesIL
TEMPORARY SPARE HAS A SPLIT IN THE TREAD AREA. NEVER USED. TOOK IT OUT TO CLEAN TRUNK AND NOTICED A FLAT SPOT ON THE TREAD AND THEN THE TEAR.
Structure › Body1 injured
Filed Feb 10, 2019118,000 milesAZ
SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED ON THE HIGHWAY CAUSING PAINT DAMAGE AND CUTS ON MY HANDS. I WAS TRAVELING AT 65MPH GOING STRAIGHT.
Air BagsCrash1 injured
Filed Jan 10, 201995,000 milesIL
MY CAR WENT AIRBORNE WHEN I HIT A RAILROAD CROSSING WITH A STEEP DROP OFF, LANDED IN A DITCH AND FLIPPED SEVERAL TIMES END OVER END, LANDING UPSIDE DOWN. I WAS AIRLIFTED TO AN AREA HOSPITAL. ONLY 1 OF THE 6 AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. I LOST FEELING IN THE SIDE OF MY FACE WHERE MY HEAD BROKE THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW AND ALMOST BLED OUT. I NOW HAVE SEIZURES AND WAS RECENTLY FIRED FROM MY JOB DUE TO HAVING 2 SEIZURES AT WORK. I HAVE ONLY WORKED PART TIME IN THE LAST 2 YEARS. IF THE AIR BAGS HAD DEPLOYED, I WOULD'VE WALKED AWAY UNINJURED. I WAS ALSO TRAPPED WHEN MY HAND WENT THROUGH THE TOP WINDOW. I WAS LEFT HANGING AND HAD TO HOLD MY FACE WITH MY FREE HAND TO STOP THE BLEEDING UNTIL HELP ARRIVED. IF TOP AIRBAGS WOULD'VE DEPLOYED, MY HAND WOULDN'T HAVE BEEN CAUGHT UNDER THE VEHICLE. I EXPECTED ALL 6 AIRBAGS TO WORK WHEN I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE. THE IMPACT OF THE CRASH SHOULD'VE MADE ALL THESE AIRBAGS DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY TOTALED.
Power Train
Filed Jul 31, 201883,000 milesNC
I FEEL LIKE THE TRANSITION ON THIS CAR IS A SAFETY HAZARD. IT LOCKS YOU OUT OF SECOND GEAR AT HIGH RPMS WHICH COULD BE DANGEROUS IN SOME SITUATIONS. ALSO FROM 5TH AND 6TH GEAR GRIND AND ARE HARD TO ACTUATE. A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM.
Electrical System
Filed Feb 5, 2018NJ
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND RESTARTED AFTER ONE ATTEMPT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. A LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS AND A CASE WAS OPENED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE AND VIN WERE UNKNOWN.
Air BagsCrash1 injured
Filed Dec 4, 201788,000 milesIL
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH OVER A RAILROAD TRACK, THE VEHICLE DROVE OVER A DITCH, WENT AIRBORNE, AND LANDED ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE ROAD. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CULVERT PIPE AND THE VEHICLE ROLLED 3-5 TIMES. ONLY THE FRONT DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THE OVERHEAD AND SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED LACERATIONS AND BROKEN BONES ON THE FACE AND BODY THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A SALVAGE YARD, BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 88,000.
Unknown or Other
Filed Jun 18, 201753,000 milesCA
WHEN APPLYING PRESSURE TO MY BRAKE PETAL, THE CAR DID NOT STOP. I ALMOST WAS INVOLVED IN A FEW REAR END COLLISONS. IT WAS VERY SCARY! DEALERSHIP CHECKED THE BRAKES AND NOTHING IS WRONG. I NEED TO DO A MASTER CYLINDER CHANGE. UNFORTUNATELY, MY CAR IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. CURRENTLY, IT HAS 53,000 MILES ONLY. NO RECALL FOR MY VEHICLE.
Power Train
Filed Apr 27, 201782,000 milesNY
I BOUGHT THE CAR USED WITH 32,500 MILES. FROM DAY 1 THERE WAS A GRIND GOING INTO 5TH GEAR. THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM, BUT NO TSB OR RECALL WAS EVER SENT OUT ABOUT IT. JUST A TSB TO CHANGE THE FLUID . AT 82,000 MILES THE 5TH GEAR SYNCHRO BROKE. I HAD TO BUY A USED TRANSMISSION FROM THE JUNK YARD AND HAD IT INSTALLED FOR $820 TOTAL INCLUDING THE TRANSMISSION, LABOR AND FLUID. WHY WOULD THEY CLAIM THEY HAVE A 10 YEAR/100,000 MILE POWERTRAIN WARRANTY, WHEN IT ONLY COVERS THE FIRST OWNER. AND WHY WOULD THEY KNOW ABOUT THE 5TH GEAR GRIND AND NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT.
No unusual pattern of severe incidents in the complaint record.
Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.
Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.
Most recent recall on file: Jul 25, 2024. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.