2015 Hyundai Genesis
This year had more than double the complaints of 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.
- Complaints
- 290
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
39% of complaints
Complaints per year
2015: 290 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 235 |
| 2010 | 88 |
| 2011 | 122 |
| 2012 | 260 |
| 2013 | 126 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 290 |
| 2016 | 97 |
| 2018 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
39% · 112 reportsMost commonly citing rear compartment/trunk and wiring.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle seized as the battery, service key, temptuer control warning light illuminated. An abnormal odor appeared.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-02-26
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while his niece was attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-09
Exterior lighting
15% · 43 reportsMost commonly citing headlights and brake lights.
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This has been a recurring safety issue problem! The front turn signals repeatedly have indicated on etiher side that the bulb is burned out and hence do not light up nor flash when this occurs.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-04
Engine
14% · 41 reportsSteering
10% · 30 reportsMost commonly citing rack and pinion and power steering fluid.
Service brakes
8% · 23 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and air.
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After having repeat brake issues and bringing the brake issues to the attention of the authorized dealer: Steele Hyundai South Loop in Houston, TX. There was no resolution. I visited with the management of Steele Hyundai on March [XXX], 2023.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-09
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2015Complaint volume 290 complaints filed for this model year.
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2015-04-14Electrical system, exterior lighting, power train15V097000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured February 21, 2014, to January 24, 2015.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply pads to prevent water intrusion into the combination lamp housing, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059.
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2016-02-19Tires15V864000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured March 3, 2014, to February 9, 2015, and equipped with Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 tires installed as original equipment.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the factory tires with tires of another brand, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059.
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2016-09-27Electrical system16V575000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis sedans manufactured February 1, 2015, through May 20, 2015.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151.
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2017-08-04Parking brake17V359000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis vehicles.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 164.
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2021-07-06Service brakes, hydraulic21V160000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021.
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2023-11-17Audit queryOpen Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
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2024-07-15Electrical system24V107000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Hyundai Genesis — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 112 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 43 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 41 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V097000 · Electrical system, exterior lighting, power train
- Recall 15V864000 · Tires
- Recall 16V575000 · Electrical system
- Recall 17V359000 · Parking brake
- Recall 21V160000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 24V107000 · Electrical system
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2015 Hyundai Genesis reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Hyundai Genesis is rated "significantly worse".
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Genesis?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Hyundai Genesis have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.