YearToAvoid

Hyundai Genesis Coupe Best and Worst Years (2010–2016)

Hyundai Genesis Coupe years to avoid: 2010 and 2013. Best years: 2012 and 2015. Based on 222 NHTSA owner complaints and 6 recall campaigns across 7 model years (2010–2016).

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.

Avoid 2010Avoid 2013Best 2012Best 2015

Model years
7
2010–2016
NHTSA complaints
222
Recall campaigns
6
Crashes reported
15
Fires reported
11
Top problem area
Brakes

Genesis Coupe Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002010201120122013201420152016
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems and recalls by year

YearVerdictIndexComplaintsCrashesFiresRecallsTop issueMPGNCAP
2010Avoid100681003Brakes22—
2011Caution6724314Brakes21.5—
2012Best011003Brakes21.5—
2013Avoid8374154Brakes21—
2014Caution5022033Engine20—
2015Best1716023Engine19—
2016Good337102Electrical System19—

Genesis Coupe years to avoid: what went wrong

2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Index 100 · 68 complaints · 3 recalls

Owners filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, led by brakes (18), transmission & powertrain (17), and engine (14). NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 10 crashes.

2010 brakes problems →2010 transmission & powertrain problems →

2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Index 83 · 74 complaints · 4 recalls

Owners filed 74 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, led by brakes (36), engine (27), and electrical system (13). NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 1 crashes and 5 fires.

2013 brakes problems →2013 engine problems →

Most common Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

  1. Brakes76 (34%)
  2. Engine63 (28%)
  3. Transmission & Powertrain36 (16%)
  4. Electrical System33 (15%)
  5. Other19 (9%)
  6. Structure & Body17 (8%)
  7. Airbags15 (7%)
  8. Fuel System13 (6%)
  9. Suspension, Wheels & Tires10 (5%)
  10. Steering8 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

What year Hyundai Genesis Coupe should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2010 and 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have the highest Complaint Index among 7 model years and are the years to avoid. The 2010 model year ranks worst with 68 complaints and 3 recalls.
What is the best year for the Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
The 2012 and 2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have the lowest Complaint Index of the years we track, with the 2012 at 11 complaints and 3 recalls. Complaint counts are adjusted for how long each model year has been on the road.
What are the most common problems with the Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are brakes (76, 34%), engine (63, 28%), and transmission & powertrain (36, 16%).
How many recalls does the Hyundai Genesis Coupe have?
NHTSA lists 6 distinct recall campaigns covering Hyundai Genesis Coupe model years 2010–2016. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.