The most-reported Genesis run is KMHGN4JE6FU (2015 builds) with 28 complaints, 5.1× the typical run. Service brakes problems make up 22% of reports; 2015 is the worst model year at 11.2 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for Genesis model years 2009–2016.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Hyundai Genesis has 210 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 11% of every Genesis complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KMHGN4JE6FU•••••• | 2015 | 1 | — | |
| KMHGN4JE7FU•••••• | 2015 | 2 | 1 | |
| KMHGN4JE8FU•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JE0FU•••••• | 2015 | — | 1 | |
| KMHGN4JE9FU•••••• | 2015 | 2 | — | |
| KMHGC4DD8CU•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JE3FU•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JE4FU•••••• | 2015 | 1 | — | |
| KMHGC46E39U•••••• | 2009 | 1 | — | |
| KMHGC46EX9U•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JEXFU•••••• | 2015 | 1 | — | |
| KMHGC4DD6CU•••••• | 2012 | 2 | 1 |
Each of the other 198 Genesis runs has 18 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 43 Genesis VINs so far, most often 2015, 2016, 2013 builds; 14 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Hyundai Genesis the gap between build years is 6.6×: a 2015 car draws 11.2 complaints per run, a 2014 one 1.7.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 95 | 11 | 2 | |
| 2015 | 281 | 25 | 10 | |
| 2014 | 20 | 12 | 3 | |
| 2013 | 104 | 34 | 10 | |
| 2012 | 240 | 46 | 7 | |
| 2011 | 115 | 32 | 12 | |
| 2010 | 84 | 26 | 4 | |
| 2009 | 215 | 25 | 14 |
Heaviest year here is 2015 at 11.2 complaints per run; lightest is 2014 at 1.7.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 22% of everything Hyundai Genesis owners report: Service Brakes, 292 of 1,154 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 22 | — | |
| Electrical System | 2 | 9 | |
| Engine | 1 | 6 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 11 recall campaigns on the Hyundai Genesis; the 6 below cover build years 2009 to 2016. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 13V489000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:fluid | 2009–2012 |
| 14V713000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 2009–2011 |
| 13V113000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 2009–2011 |
| 17V359000 | Parking Brake:indicator Light | 2015–2016 |
| 21V160000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2015–2016 |
| 24V107000 | Electrical System:starter Assembly:solenoid | 2015–2016 |
13V489000 was opened in 2013 on cars built from 2009: 4 years on the road before the recall.
The Genesis against its rivals
The Genesis draws 5.5 complaints per production run; the Buick Cascada 1.7. That is the highest rate of the 2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Genesis | 1,154 | 210 | 5.4% | |
| Buick Cascada | 52 | 30 | 0% |
How serious were they
Of the 1,154 reports on the Hyundai Genesis, 5.4% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Hyundai Genesis | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 1,154 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 62 (5.4%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 13 (1.1%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 51 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Hyundai Genesis share of that is 1,154 complaints over 210 runs, 0.1% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Hyundai Genesis VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 1,154 NHTSA complaints from 210 Genesis runs and 11 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Genesis production run has the most complaints?
KMHGN4JE6FU, a 2015 build, with 28 complaints, 1 of them after a crash. The typical Genesis run has 5.5.
Which Genesis years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2015 is heaviest at 11.2 complaints per run and 2014 lightest at 1.7.
Does the Genesis get more complaints than the Buick Cascada?
Yes: 5.5 complaints per production run for the Genesis against 1.7 for the Buick Cascada.
How many Genesis complaints involve a crash?
5.4% of 1,154 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 13 involved a fire.
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