2013 Hyundai GenesisProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 126 owner complaints about the 2013 Hyundai Genesis, most often about the engine. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 15, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Where the 2013 Hyundai Genesis has problems
126 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 41 | 0 |
| Power train | 21 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 20 | 8 |
| Electrical system | 17 | 0 |
| Air bags | 13 | 9 |
| Steering | 10 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 5 | 0 |
| 14 other systems | 31 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2013 Hyundai Genesis recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
When do engine problems start?
43kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 36 engine complaints. 89% were reported before 100,000 miles.
2013 vs. every other Genesis 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 median. How we score
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2013 Hyundai Genesis safety ratings
2013 Hyundai Genesis 4 DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: Optional
What Genesis owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Driving the vehicle between 35 and 40 mph, the vehicle completely shut off without warning. No check engine light prior to the vehicle shutting down. It was taking to the dealership for a scheduled oil change and the issue with was mention to the dealership. They told me that they hadn't heard of…
On Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at approximately 2:30pm, the engine failed suddenly while driving on the freeway in the left-hand lane at approx. 65 mph. Vehicle vibrated and gave off loud knocking sound and engine power was lost. Electrical power was maintained. No emergency lane was available on…
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 25 MPH. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer however,…
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