2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
67/100
#3 most-complained of 7 Genesis Coupe years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has a Complaint Index of 67, ranking 3rd worst out of 7 model years, with a Caution verdict. It has 24 complaints, 4 recalls, and Brakes are the top problem area at 33% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 21.5
- 18.5 city / 28 hwy
Top 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes8 (33%)
- Airbags3 (13%)
- Engine3 (13%)
- Fuel System3 (13%)
- Other3 (13%)
- Structure & Body3 (13%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (13%)
- Steering2 (8%)
- Electrical System1 (4%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (4%)
What owners report
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in frontal and rear-end crashes, resulting in serious injuries including fractures and rib injuries.
- Brakes reportedly failed suddenly at highway speed, accompanied by smoke and fire near the rear of the vehicle.
- Steering reportedly became hard to turn or seized intermittently at moderate speeds, with a metal-on-metal sound traced to a chassis seam failure.
- The manual transmission's 5th gear reportedly ground under normal driving, sometimes requiring replacement more than once at relatively low mileage.
- Electrical system issues reportedly caused the steering to stiffen and accessories like lights and A/C to shut off at highway speed after a drive belt failure.
2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V562000Jul 25, 2024Electrical System12,612 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition:interlock/lockout
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Genesis Coupe vehicles. A return spring in the ignition lock switch may fracture, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the vehicle is started in gear, without the parking brake applied.
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition lock switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 266.
- NHTSA 23V651000Sep 22, 2023Brakes1,649,478 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
- NHTSA 16V722000Oct 7, 2016Airbags84,500 vehicles
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, to June 11, 2016. The electrical harness connector for the front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may dislodge when the seat is moved.
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 first stage, of the air bag to deploy, whether there is a child seat in the front seat and the bag should not deploy or if the crash is severe and both stages should deploy. Either scenario increases the risk of injury to the front seat occupant.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will secure the OCS connector to prevent it from disconnecting, free of charge. Parts are not currently available and a second letter will be sent to owners when parts are available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 151.
2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18.5 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 21.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,275
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2011 compared with other Genesis Coupe years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2011 Genesis Coupe a Complaint Index of 67 and a Caution verdict, ranking 3rd worst among the 7 model years tracked. Brakes are the top problem area, making up 33% of its 24 complaints.
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Genesis Coupe?
- Brakes account for 33% of complaints, followed by Airbags, Engine, Fuel System, Structure & Body, and Transmission & Powertrain, each at 13%. Median mileage at failure varies widely, from 8,500 miles for steering issues to 152,000 miles for fuel system issues.
- Does the 2011 Genesis Coupe have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2011 Genesis Coupe, covering the ignition lock switch, brakes (with a park-outside advisory), the airbag occupant classification sensor connector, and the stop lamp switch. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2011 Genesis Coupe compare to other model years?
- The 2011 model's Complaint Index of 67 is worse than 2012 (0), 2014 (50), 2015 (17), and 2016 (33), but better than 2010 (100) and 2013 (83). NHTSA data ranks 2011 as 3rd worst out of 7 years.
- Are there airbag problems with the 2011 Genesis Coupe?
- Airbags make up 13% of complaints and are linked to all 3 crashes reported for this model year, with owners reporting non-deployment during collisions and 3 injuries recorded.