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2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems

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One of the years to avoid

With 90 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.0 times the median Genesis Coupe year — the 2010 model ranks #2 of 7 Genesis Coupe years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (17), electrical system (14), and brakes (13), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

90

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations

12

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other Genesis Coupe years?

Genesis Coupe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted107 complaints2010: 90 complaints2011: 30 complaints2012: 14 complaints2013: 107 complaints2014: 32 complaints2015: 21 complaints2016: 8 complaints
Genesis Coupe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission1719%
Electrical System1416%
Brakes1314%
Speed Control89%
Airbags67%
Engine67%
Body & Structure56%
Other56%
Fuel System44%
Steering44%
Seats22%
Suspension22%
Latches & Locks22%
Lighting11%
Tires & Wheels11%

Does the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V562000Electrical SystemJuly 25, 2024 · 12,612 units

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.

Consequence

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.

16V722000AirbagsOctober 7, 2016 · 84,500 units

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.

Consequence

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.

13V113000LightingApril 1, 2013 · 1,712,336 units

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.

Consequence

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE WITH FOOT ON THE CLUTCH, IT LURCHED FORWARD HITTING A PARKING BARRIER. DEALER DENIED MECHANICAL CAUSES. FROM THE TIME I BOUGHT THE CAR, IT HAS ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN, GOING TO THE MAX IN RPMS, AT RANDOM TIMES. I CAN TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS AND IT WILL DRIVE ITSELF. WHEN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 18, 2010 · crash

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 3, 2018

“MY VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A PARKING SPOT ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH THE PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED AND THE STICK LEFT IN 1ST GEAR. MY VEHICLE THEN ROLLED <12 INCHES INTO THE VEHICLE PARKED IN FRONT OF IT. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 12, 2011 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE BY ENGAGING THE PUSH-TO-START BUTTON, THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT WAS NOT APPLYING THE BRAKES AT THE TIME NOR WAS THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO DRIVE. THE CONTACT CRASHED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 11, 2012 · crash

“IN APRIL 14 2012 AROUND 2AM NJ ATCO I WAS REAR END FROM BEHIND ABOUT 40MPH, I WAS ACCOMPANY BY MY COUSIN HE SAT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. MOST OF THE DAMAGE WAS DONE ON HIS SIDE. I DRIVE A HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE 2010. HIS SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOYED.. I CAN PROVIDED PICTURES IF NEEDED. IS THERE ANY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · April 14, 2012 · crash

2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe — common questions

Is the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 90 complaints put the 2010 model at #2 of 7 Genesis Coupe years. It is one of the Genesis Coupe years to avoid.

What are the most common 2010 Genesis Coupe problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (17 complaints), electrical system (14 complaints), brakes (13 complaints).

Does the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Hyundai Genesis Coupe years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Genesis Coupe years to avoid are 2013, 2010, 2014, 2011, 2015, 2012. The cleanest record among Genesis Coupe years belongs to 2016.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.