repaired · 2026 Q2
Ignition: interlock/lockout
Risk. Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
2012 Hyundai Genesis CoupeProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-562 the manufacturer reports only 11% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 8, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Service brakes
3Engine
2Vehicle speed control
1Seats
1Seat belts
1Exterior lighting
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Air bags
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Park outsideRisk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. 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…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Best & worst years
2012 vs. every other Genesis Coupe year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Genesis Coupe median. How we score
'10'11'12'13'14'15'16
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, and the recalls they led to.
- Hyundai and Kia ABS Module FiresOpen
In owners' words
What Genesis Coupe owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
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…
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…
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