MYRModel Year Report

2010 Hyundai Genesis

▲ Better than typical
2010 Hyundai Genesis
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:36:01.429Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
88
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2010

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

34% of complaints

Complaints per year

2008: 1 complaint 2008 2009: 235 complaints 2010: 88 complaints 2010 88 2011: 122 complaints 2012: 260 complaints 2012 2013: 126 complaints 2014: 22 complaints 2014 2015: 290 complaints 2016: 97 complaints 2016 2018: 3 complaints
2008: 1 complaint 2008 2009: 235 complaints 2009 2010: 88 complaints 2010 88 2011: 122 complaints 2011 2012: 260 complaints 2012 2013: 126 complaints 2013 2014: 22 complaints 2014 2015: 290 complaints 2015 2016: 97 complaints 2016 2018: 3 complaints 2018
2008: 1 complaint 2008 2009: 235 complaints 2009 2010: 88 complaints 2010 88 2011: 122 complaints 2011 2012: 260 complaints 2012 2013: 126 complaints 2013 2014: 22 complaints 2014 2015: 290 complaints 2015 2016: 97 complaints 2016 2018: 3 complaints 2018

2010: 88 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20081
2009235
201088
2011122
2012260
2013126
201422
2015290
201697
20183

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

34% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that the brake lights failed to illuminate. A dealer had not diagnosed the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-17

Electrical system

16% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing ignition.

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Electrical Battery Draining Replaced Battery In Oct 2023 Within 1 to 3 Weeks No Power Battery Dead . Cannot Find What Is Drawing Power That Is Draining The Battery.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-20

Also filed under Forward collision avoidance

2010 Hyundai Genesis 3.8L V6 w/ premium navigation package (Touchscreen): bluetooth connects to phone even when accessory power is off. The following was observed with or without the smart key: 1.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-07-06

Exterior lighting

15% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing headlights and brake lights.

Air bags

8% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing head.

CRASH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Genesis. While driving, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a ditch.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-01-21

Vehicle speed control

7% · 6 reports
CRASHINJURY
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On 4/18/13 at 2125 hours, unit 1 was traveling eastbound in lane two of northern avenue approaching north 59TH avenue. Unit 2 was in lane two of eastbound west northern avenue stopped for a red light at the intersection with north 59TH avenue.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-10

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2013-04-22Exterior lighting13V113000 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…

    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…

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  2. I
    2013-10-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-04-04 Brake hydraulic control module failure
  3. R
    2013-12-24Service brakes, hydraulic13V489000 Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary.

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    2015-03-23Exterior lighting14V713000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai Equus vehicles manufactured July 31, 2010, to November 21, 2010.

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the stop lamp switch circuit, free of charge. Hyundai issued an interim notification to owners on January 6, 2015. The recall began on March 23, 2015.

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Buy-smart checklist

2010 Hyundai Genesis — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 30 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 13 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13V113000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 13V489000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 14V713000 · Exterior lighting
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FAQ

Is the 2010 Hyundai Genesis reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Hyundai Genesis is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Hyundai Genesis?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Hyundai Genesis have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.