2014 Hyundai Genesis CoupeProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 22 owner complaints about the 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-651 the manufacturer reports only 25% of affected cars repaired.

2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 28, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.

Complaints by system

Where the 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has problems

22 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine103
Power train70
Service brakes, hydraulic40
Structure31
Electrical system33
Service brakes21
Suspension10
Air bags11

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

3 recalls

2014 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.

25%repaired · 2026 Q2

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

Park outside

Recall 23V-651 · Sep 22, 2023 · 1,649,478 vehicles · 411,914 repaired

Risk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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52%repaired · 2018 Q1

Sensor: occupant classification

Recall 16V-722 · Oct 7, 2016 · 84,500 vehicles · 44,025 repaired

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…

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73%repaired · 2017 Q1

Driveline: differential unit

Recall 15V-756 · Nov 16, 2015 · 10,800 vehicles · 7,899 repaired

Risk. If the rear differential loosens from its mounting position, the driveshaft may disconnect from the differential, resulting in a loss of propulsion and an…

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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

2014 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

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1 investigation

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Hyundai and Kia ABS Module FiresAQ23002 · still open
    Open
In owners' words

What Genesis Coupe owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

Went out to drive my car. Walked up to parked car. Was hearing a weird noise (sounded like a AC unit ) got into car. Hit brakes to start car. Got massive vibrating effect felt in brake. Turned car on. Abs light and traction light came on. Worse noise then smoke coming from engine bay. Opened hood…
Complaint 11747064 · Jun 28, 2026
Went to drive 18 minutes away from where I originally parked to get something to eat. When I came back to my original parking spot, I went into work. Thirty minutes later, my car was on fire and completely gone.
Complaint 11708171 · Jan 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle failed to properly respond. The oil warning light was illuminated, with a clicking sound was coming from the engine. Additionally, there was smoke coming from the vehicle. The dealer where the…
Complaint 11656764 · Apr 25, 2025 · 119,515 miles

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