Hyundai Genesis Coupe Recalls (2010-2016)
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe has been the subject of 6 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2010 to 2016 model years. They cluster mostly around the air bags, electrical system, and service brakes.
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe scores 13 out of 100 (grade F), one of the heavier recall records among the vehicles we track. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 83% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 33% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 6 campaigns span 7 model years of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The single largest affected 1,649,478 vehicles, over service brakes. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Genesis Coupe problems owners report.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Hyundai Genesis Coupe may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Hyundai Genesis Coupe recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Hyundai Genesis Coupe recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, involving the air bags.
2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Recalls
3 recalls affect the 2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, involving the service brakes, air bags, and power train.
2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Recalls
3 recalls affect the 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, involving the service brakes, air bags, and power train.
2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Recalls
4 recalls affect the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, involving the electrical system, service brakes, and air bags.
2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Recalls
3 recalls affect the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, involving the electrical system, service brakes, and air bags.
2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Recalls
4 recalls affect the 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, involving the electrical system, service brakes, and air bags.
2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Recalls
3 recalls affect the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, involving the electrical system, air bags, and exterior lighting.
Every Hyundai Genesis Coupe recall in detail
Electrical System
- Affected years
- 2010-2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
- Vehicles in this recall
- 12,612
- Reported
- Jul 25, 2024
- Owners notified
- Sep 4, 2024
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.
NHTSA campaign number 24V562000.
Service Brakes
- Affected years
- 2011-2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
- Vehicles in this recall
- 1,649,478
- Reported
- Sep 22, 2023
- Owners notified
- Apr 10, 2024
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign number 23V651000.
Air Bags
- Affected years
- 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
- Vehicles in this recall
- 1,295
- Reported
- May 4, 2020
- Owners notified
- Jun 22, 2020
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles. The mounting bolts securing the driver-side frontal air bag may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing the air bag to detach from the steering wheel.
Risk: A detached driver's air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting bolts and retighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 192.
NHTSA campaign number 20V248000.
Air Bags
- Affected years
- 2010-2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
- Vehicles in this recall
- 84,500
- Reported
- Oct 7, 2016
- Owners notified
- Nov 29, 2016
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.
NHTSA campaign number 16V722000.
Power Train
- Affected years
- 2013-2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
- Vehicles in this recall
- 10,800
- Reported
- Nov 16, 2015
- Owners notified
- Dec 30, 2015
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Genesis Coupe vehicles manufactured December 28, 2011, to April 6, 2015, equipped with manual transmissions. In the affected vehicles, if the differential and the suspension rear crossmember were not properly aligned during vehicle assembly, the bolts that secure the differential may loosen.
Risk: If the rear differential loosens from its mounting position, the driveshaft may disconnect from the differential, resulting in a loss of propulsion and an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will verify the proper assembly of the differential, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 135.
NHTSA campaign number 15V756000.
Exterior Lighting
- Affected years
- 2010-2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
- Vehicles in this recall
- 1,712,336
- Reported
- Apr 1, 2013
- Owners notified
- Apr 22, 2013
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.
NHTSA campaign number 13V113000.
Common questions about Hyundai Genesis Coupe recalls
- Does the Hyundai Genesis Coupe have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on record for the Hyundai Genesis Coupe across the 2010 to 2016 model years. The most common areas are the air bags, electrical system, and service brakes.
- How many times has the Hyundai Genesis Coupe been recalled?
- The Hyundai Genesis Coupe has 6 recall campaigns from the 2010 to 2016 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Hyundai Genesis Coupe recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the service brakes, affecting 1,649,478 vehicles. Owners were told to park outside and away from buildings because of a fire risk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Which Hyundai Genesis Coupe model year has the most recalls?
- The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has the most, with 4 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Hyundai Genesis Coupe has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.