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2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems

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One of the years to avoid

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe carries two red flags at once: 14 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). It is one of the Genesis Coupe years to avoid.

14

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2012 compare to other Genesis Coupe years?

Genesis Coupe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted107 complaints2010: 90 complaints2011: 30 complaints2012: 14 complaints2013: 107 complaints2014: 32 complaints2015: 21 complaints2016: 8 complaints
Genesis Coupe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes429%
Engine321%
Other321%
Speed Control214%
Fuel System17%
Lighting17%

Does the 2012 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.

23V651000BrakesSeptember 22, 2023 · 1,649,478 units

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.

Consequence

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.

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.

Open NHTSA investigations

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Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V-520, 20V-543, 21V-161, 21V-160, 21V-303, 22V-056, 22V-810, and 23V-651. Kia recalls 16V-815, 20V-518, 20V-519, 21V-137, 21V-331, 22V-051, 22V-800, and 23V-652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Re: [XXX] It has been 6 months since a recall notice was sent indicating: FIRE RISK WHEN PARKED As of 3/9/2024, the recall is still marked: REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE This is unacceptable. What are my options to get this resolved immediately? [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 19, 2024

“Sep 22, 2023 Manufacturer Recall Number251 NHTSA Recall Number23V651000 Recall Status: Recall Incomplete, remedy not yet available June, 2024 It has been 10 months since an alert from Hyundai to park this vehicle outside due to chance of fire. I need this car repaired or repurchased by Hyundai. 10…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 22, 2023

“WHEN MAKING A TURN AT A LOW SPEED THE CAR WILL STALL LEAVING THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES DIFFICULT TO OPERATE AND THE NEED TO PULL THE CAR TO A STOP, PUT IN PARK AND RESTART WHILE TRYING TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT. BEEN TO DEALER TWICE WITH THEM UNABLE TO FIND ANY PROBLEM. MULTIPLE SAME STORIES ON WEB…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 21, 2018

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL. WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · March 15, 2015

“AS I EXITED THE FREEWAY I SHIFTED OUT OF 6TH GEAR (70MPH) AND PRESSED THE BRAKES TAKING IT DOWN TO 40MPH. THE RPMS CONTINUED TO REV UP TO 6K AND BEYOND. THE BRAKES DID RESPOND, SO I FELT THERE WASN'T IMMEDIATE DANGER. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND STOPPED MY CAR BY TURNING OFF THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 22, 2019

2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe — common questions

Is the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 14 complaints put the 2012 model at #6 of 7 Genesis Coupe years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the Genesis Coupe years to avoid.

What are the most common 2012 Genesis Coupe problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (4 complaints), other (3 complaints), engine (3 complaints).

Does the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2012 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 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe under NHTSA investigation?

Yes — an investigation remains open (Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). An open ODI action means NHTSA is actively assessing a possible defect.

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.