2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 68 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (22% of complaints); the 2011 and 2012 model years look more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jul 2024
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Nov 2023
“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.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Air · Oct 2021
“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.”Owner report · Electrical System · May 2021
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“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.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Apr 2019
“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)”Owner report · Air Bags · Mar 2019
“Sunroof spontaneously shattered on the highway causing paint damage and cuts on my hands. I was traveling at 65mph going straight.”Owner report · Structure · Feb 2019
“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”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Nov 2018
“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.”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 2018
“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.”Owner report · Electrical System · Feb 2018
“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.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jun 2017
When filing, owners marked a crash in 10 of these complaints and injuries in 7 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 3 campaigns
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
How other years compare
Counts are not adjusted for time on the road here - see all Genesis Coupe years ranked fairly for the age-adjusted comparison.
Check your exact Genesis Coupe by VIN
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Is the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe reliable?
NHTSA has 68 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The most complained-about area is power train (22% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 51,000 miles or less.
Does the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning air bags. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.