NHTSA has 156 owner complaints on file for the 2010 Hyundai Genesis[1]. Brakes are the biggest group, with 44 complaints[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups owners name most often.
- Brakes. 44 complaints[2]. In the stories we read, owners describe the pedal sinking toward the floor while driving, and one describes the car rolling after being parked in gear.
- Electrical System. 23 complaints[5]. Owners describe warning lights, a push-button start that sometimes fails, and phone pairing that behaves oddly.
- Power Train. 22 complaints[6]. Owners describe rough or hard shifting, a pause when they press the gas, and in some stories a transmission that was replaced and still acted up.
- Engine. 15 complaints[7]. Owners describe hesitation when accelerating, revs that hang before settling, and road debris getting through the grille and hurting the air conditioning.
- Speed Control. 14 complaints[8]. This group includes crash and injury reports.
- Exterior Lighting. 14 complaints[9].
- Unknown Or Other. 13 complaints[10].
- Air Bags. 13 complaints[11]. This group includes crash and injury reports.
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2010 Genesis is necessarily included.
- Electrical System › Ignition › Interlock/Lockout (24V562), July 2024. About 12,612 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[12]
- Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification (16V722), October 2016. About 84,500 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
- Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch (14V713), November 2014. About 42,925 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[14]
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Fluid (13V489), October 2013. About 43,500 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[15]
- Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch (13V113), April 2013. About 1,712,336 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[16]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis Coupe, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[17] | 20 / 30 / 23 | $2,900 |
| Genesis Coupe, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[4] | 21 / 30 / 24 | $2,800 |
| Genesis Coupe, 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[18] | 17 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 |
| Genesis Coupe, 3.8L 6-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[19] | 17 / 26 / 20 | $3,350 |
| Genesis, 4.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Premium, Rear-Wheel Drive[20] | 17 / 25 / 19 | $4,350 |
| Genesis, 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[21] | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA lists these versions as not rated: 4 DR RWD[22], 2 DR RWD[23], 2 DR RWD[24].
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
How 2010 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 235 | 3 |
| 2010 | 156 | 5 |
| 2011 | 146 | 6 |
| 2012 | 271 | 5 |
| 2013 | 200 | 4 |
| 2014 | 44 | 3 |
| 2015 | 306 | 10 |
| 2016 | 104 | 6 |
NHTSA's counts for the Genesis show 156 complaints and 5 recalls for 2010[3]. Among the 8 model years listed, 3 have fewer complaints than 2010 and 4 have more[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2014 (44) and the most are for 2015 (306)[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2010 Genesis?
The complaint record for this model year is spread across several systems, with brakes at the top[2]. Electrical and power train issues follow[5][6]. These are unverified owner reports to NHTSA, and they are not adjusted for sales[1]. The year also has recalls on file, so check the Recalls section before you buy[3]. If you shop for one, ask for service records on the brakes and shifting.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Hyundai Genesis?
- Brakes lead the complaints, followed by the electrical system and the power train[2][5][6]. NHTSA lists 156 complaints in all[1].
- Does the 2010 Hyundai Genesis have recalls?
- Yes. The by-year fact shows 5 recalls for 2010[3]. The Recalls section on this page lists them.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2010 Hyundai Genesis?
- See the Fuel economy section on this page. It is built from EPA data.
- Is the 2010 Hyundai Genesis reliable?
- Owner complaints cluster around brakes, electrical and power train[2][5][6]. Complaints are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide and not a score[1].
- Which year of the Hyundai Genesis is best?
- See the by-year comparison on this page for complaints and recalls across model years.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 156 owner complaints on file for the 2010 Hyundai Genesis (14 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 12 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 44 complaints name the brakes component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 55,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Hyundai Genesis model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Genesis Coupe, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 30 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 23 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 55,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 22 complaints name the power train component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 16,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 15 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 14 complaints name the speed control component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 5 injuries, median mileage at failure 49,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- 14 complaints name the exterior lighting component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 55,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 13 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 63,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 13 complaints name the air bags component group (7 crashes, 0 fires, 5 injuries, median mileage at failure 78,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 24V562, filed July 25, 2024: Electrical System › Ignition › Interlock / Lockout. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 16V722, filed October 7, 2016: Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 14V713, filed November 7, 2014: Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 13V489, filed October 29, 2013: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Fluid. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 13V113, filed April 1, 2013: Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Genesis Coupe, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 30 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Genesis Coupe, 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 27 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Genesis Coupe, 3.8L 6-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 26 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Genesis, 4.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Premium, Rear-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 25 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Genesis, 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 27 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR RWD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 2 DR RWD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 2 DR RWD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2010 Hyundai Genesis with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 210 hp. www.epa.gov
- EPA Test Car List, 2010 Hyundai Genesis with 3.8L 6-cylinder: rated 290 to 306 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
- EPA Test Car List, 2010 Hyundai Genesis with 4.6L 8-cylinder: rated 375 hp. www.epa.gov