2010 Hyundai Genesis Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2010 Hyundai Genesis has 88 NHTSA complaints and a complaint index of 33, ranking 7th worst out of 10 model years. It carries a 'Good' verdict relative to other Genesis years, with brakes as the top complaint area and 3 recalls.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 33/100
- #7 of 10 Genesis years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 88
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 4
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 5
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 17.5 city / 26 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 5 / 0
Top 2010 Hyundai Genesis problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes32 (36%)
- Electrical System23 (26%)
- Engine15 (17%)
- Other9 (10%)
- Airbags7 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (6%)
- Transmission & Powertrain5 (6%)
- Structure & Body4 (5%)
- Fuel System3 (3%)
- Steering3 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Brake pedal reportedly traveled to the floor with little warning, in one case leading to a crash into a ditch and in another causing a rear-end collision at around 35 mph.
- Bluetooth was reported to stay connected to the phone even with accessory power off, and to reconnect automatically every time a door opened.
- Owners described a hesitation on acceleration, with a pause of one to two seconds after pressing the gas pedal, especially noticeable when turning into traffic.
- The telescopic steering wheel reportedly became stuck in its lowest position, blocking dashboard visibility and making it harder to exit the vehicle, with repeated repair attempts that did not fix the issue.
- A strong gasoline smell combined with dizziness and a racing heartbeat was reported while driving, described as a fuel system problem.
2010 Hyundai Genesis recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 14V713000Nov 7, 2014Electrical System42,925 vehicles
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai Equus vehicles manufactured July 31, 2010, to November 21, 2010. Due to a circuit failure, the stop lamps in the affected vehicles may not illuminate.
Risk: A following vehicle may not recognize that the vehicle is slowing or coming to a stop if the stop lamps on the vehicle do not illuminate as expected. There is an increased risk of a rear-end crash as a result.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the stop lamp switch circuit, free of charge. Hyundai issued an interim notification to owners on January 6, 2015. The recall began on March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 125.
- NHTSA 13V489000Oct 29, 2013Brakes43,500 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:fluid
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
Risk: If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. Hyundai will replace the factory brake fluid in those vehicles that have not previously had the factory brake fluid replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or by email at [email protected]. Hyundai's recall number is 114.
- NHTSA 13V113000Apr 1, 2013Electrical System1,712,336 vehicles
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
2010 Hyundai Genesis fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17.5 MPG
- Highway
- 26 MPG
- Combined
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,650
- 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.
2010 compared with other Genesis years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2010 Hyundai Genesis reliable?
- Among the 10 Genesis model years with data, 2010 ranks 7th worst with a complaint index of 33 and a 'Good' verdict relative to other years, based on NHTSA complaints and recalls.
- What is the top complaint area for the 2010 Hyundai Genesis?
- Brakes lead with 32 complaints, 36% of all complaints for the year, and a median failure mileage of 54,000 miles.
- Does the 2010 Hyundai Genesis have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 Genesis, covering the electrical system stop lamp switch circuit (twice) and a brake fluid corrosion issue affecting the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit.
- How does the 2010 Genesis compare to other Genesis model years?
- 2010 has fewer complaints and a lower complaint index (33) than 2009 (235 complaints, index 100), 2012 (260 complaints, index 78), and 2015 (290 complaints, index 89), all rated 'Avoid'.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Hyundai Genesis?
- EPA rates the 2010 Genesis at 20 mpg combined (17.5 city / 26 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,650.