2013 Hyundai Genesis problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (21) · Service Brakes (14) · Power Train (14)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
96 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (78)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Structure:body 2026-10-22 · 26-BD-011G · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (drl), or fog lamp. this tsb illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly.
Engine 2026-10-07 · 26-EM-015H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles exhibiting this condition. all internal combustion engines consume engine oil as part of normal engine operatio
Air Bags 2026-04-10 · DTN DL · Other
the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by jilin province detiannuo automobile safety system co., ltd. (dtn). these inflators were not supplied, approved, or authorized by the vehi
Air Bags 2026-04-10 · DTN DCS · Other
the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by jilin province detiannuo automobile safety system co., ltd. (dtn), that have been identified in u.s. vehicles following prior
Exterior Lighting 2025-11-06 · 25-BD-012H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (drl), or fog lamp. this tsb illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. lamp assembly replacement is not necessary
Power Train 2024-04-09 · 24-AT-002H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this tsb provides a procedure to diagnose and replace, if necessary, an automatic transmission with incorrect ratio dtc (transmission clutch slip in gear above limit) listed on page 2.
Showing the 6 most recent of 78 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-12-15 · Service Brakes“2013 hyundai genesis sedan (bh) is experiencing the intermittent soft brake pedal and reduced braking pressure that matches the tsb 22-br-001h for the hecu on 2009-2012 genesis sedans. i took it to the local dealership but their mechanic said they could not recreate the condition. the abs and esc lights have both come on at times but i was told t…”
2024-05-16 · Engine“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 that issue at the time.…”
2024-04-02 · Service Brakes“brake pedal has to be pushed harder than normal to get brakes to engage. dealer has diagnosed problem as faulty abs module which is not considered as part of recall for ccu unit on other hyundai models…”
2024-03-15 · Service Brakes“soft brake pedal on application...and continues to floor before any active braking. no warning or lights active on dash. this results in extended braking distance and possible collision with vehicles ahead. issue is known to manufacturer and dealers. dealers delay avoid repairs stating no parts (58920-3m3a6) available. hyundai tsb 21-br-001h-1 iss…”
2024-03-06 · Unknown Or Other“the rear passenger window will no longer rise. this leaves my car an easy target for theft and water damage.…”
2024-01-03 · Unknown Or Other“sunroof glass shattered while driving on interstate 295 jacksonville,fl for reasons unknown. luckily interior sunroof shade was pulled close or the shattered glass fragments would have fallen on passengers heads, the sunroof oem is a powered sunroof that was in closed position and is not used or opened often. outside weather at time was day light …”
2023-12-12 · Service Brakes“on multiple occasions, occurring more and more frequently, my 2013 genesis r-spec sedan has experienced brake pedal fade issues. the brakes work fine one minute and the next the pedal will go almost to the floor before slowing the vehicle down. the car has approximately 150k miles and is still in great shape. brakes have been serviced, checked, and…”
2023-06-08 · Air Bags“the dashboard near front passenger side airbag is cracked and hyundai wouldn’t tell me if it affects airbag deployment or safety. …”
2023-02-23 · Parking Brake · 70,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai genesis. the contact stated that after engaging the parking brake, the wheels would intermittently lock-up while driving at various speeds, without warning. the contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer where he was informed that the entire electrical parking brake system needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was a…”
2023-01-08 · Service Brakes“the problem is with the car's braking. sometimes, the brake pedal will exhibit a "low brake pedal" problem, where the point where the brake pedal starts to stop the car is lower than normal. if i use the brakes and then use them again right away, the brakes always stop the car as they should. but sometimes, you have to press the brake pedal further…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.