2010 Hyundai Genesis Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 32 brake complaints for the 2010 Hyundai Genesis, 36% of all complaints filed for that year, with 2 crashes reported. Median mileage at failure was 54,000. Recall 13V489000 covers corroded brake fluid that can damage the ABS hydraulic module.
- Brakes complaints
- 32
- 36% of 88
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 54,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor with little or no stopping power, sometimes requiring repeated pumping to regain partial braking.
- Owners describe the loss of brakes recurring even after the brake fluid recall repair, with some saying the ABS hydraulic control unit itself needed replacement.
- A dealer-diagnosed brake force distribution module failure let fluid bypass the brakes, cutting braking force without any warning light.
- Brake stop-light switches failed repeatedly, in one case twice within days, requiring self-repair between dealer visits.
- Some drivers report braking failure happening at highway speed on exit ramps or during turns, forcing use of lower gear or the parking brake to stop.
- One complaint links a crash to the brake pedal traveling to the floor, with the vehicle later serviced under the recall campaign.
When 2010 Hyundai Genesis brake complaints were filed
First complaint May 11, 2013, latest Apr 19, 2025.
Brakes recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Genesis
- 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.
Brakes complaints by Genesis model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2010 Hyundai Genesis have?
- NHTSA lists 32 brake-related complaints for the 2010 Genesis, accounting for 36% of the 88 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2010 Hyundai Genesis?
- Yes. Recall 13V489000, reported October 2013, covers 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles with brake fluid that failed to protect against corrosion in the Hydraulic Electronic Control unit. Hyundai's remedy is dealer inspection and service.
- At what mileage do 2010 Genesis brake problems usually appear?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 54,000 at the time of brake failure complaints.
- Did the 2010 Genesis brake issue cause any crashes?
- NHTSA records 2 crashes tied to Brakes complaints for the 2010 Genesis, with no reported fires or injuries.
- Does fixing the brake fluid recall solve the problem?
- Some owners reported continued brake failure even after the recall's fluid replacement was completed, with dealers later finding the ABS hydraulic control unit itself needed replacement.