How common are engine problems in the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?

NHTSA lists 27 engine complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 36% of all 74 complaints filed for that year, the highest share among Genesis Coupe model years in this comparison.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe engine?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this engine problem area on the 2013 model year.

At what mileage do these engine problems tend to occur?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine problem area is 64,000 miles.

Did the 2013 Genesis Coupe engine problems cause fires?

Yes, NHTSA lists 4 fires among the engine-area complaints for the 2013 model year, with no crashes or injuries reported.

How does the 2013 model compare to other Genesis Coupe years for engine complaints?

The 2013 model year has 27 engine complaints and a 36% share of total complaints, matching the 2012 model year's 36% share but with far more raw complaints, and higher than the 2010 (21%), 2011 (13%), 2015 (31%), and 2016 (0%) model years.

2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 27 engine complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, 36% of all 74 complaints filed for that year. Four complaints involved fires, and the median mileage at failure was 64,000. No related recall is listed for this engine issue.

Engine complaints: 27; 36% of 74
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 64,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power on the highway, with the engine shutting off, smoking, and sparking when they tried to restart it.
Several owners describe connecting rod bearing failure and oil consumption in the 3.8L and 2.0T engines, leading to premature engine wear.
Some owners report the engine oil warning light coming on shortly after an oil change, followed by the steering locking up and the engine shutting off.
A number of complaints describe fires starting in the engine bay while the vehicle was parked and powered off, with no collision involved.
Owners also report harsh jolting or thumping when shifting into reverse or drive, described alongside engine-area complaints.

When 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 22, 2020, latest Dec 17, 2025.

27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2020 to Dec 2025; peak May 2024 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Genesis Coupe model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201014 (21%)
20113 (13%)
20124 (36%)
201327 (36%)
201410 (45%)
20155 (31%)
20160 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?: NHTSA lists 27 engine complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 36% of all 74 complaints filed for that year, the highest share among Genesis Coupe model years in this comparison.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe engine?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this engine problem area on the 2013 model year.
At what mileage do these engine problems tend to occur?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine problem area is 64,000 miles.
Did the 2013 Genesis Coupe engine problems cause fires?: Yes, NHTSA lists 4 fires among the engine-area complaints for the 2013 model year, with no crashes or injuries reported.
How does the 2013 model compare to other Genesis Coupe years for engine complaints?: The 2013 model year has 27 engine complaints and a 36% share of total complaints, matching the 2012 model year's 36% share but with far more raw complaints, and higher than the 2010 (21%), 2011 (13%), 2015 (31%), and 2016 (0%) model years.