2011 Hyundai Genesis Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 27 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Hyundai Genesis, 22% of all complaints for that year, out of 122 total. Two related recalls (14V713000 and 13V113000) address stop lamp switch and exterior lighting problems. Two fires were reported in this area, with a median failure mileage of 68,161.5.
- Electrical System complaints
- 27
- 22% of 122
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 68,162 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Brake lights fail intermittently due to a failed diode in the stop lamp switch circuit, sometimes going unnoticed until a police stop.
- Headlights briefly shut off for a second or two when the turn signal is engaged, especially when headlights are set to "on" rather than "auto".
- Owners report a wiring harness failure that led to a total loss of the vehicle and a fire after prior recall repairs were completed.
- Some owners with keyless ignition report the vehicle rolling forward unexpectedly after being left in drive with the engine off.
- Other owners describe cascading electrical failures, including power steering loss, a power window switch failure, and an alternator replacement.
When 2011 Hyundai Genesis electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 24, 2011, latest Apr 3, 2025.
Electrical System recalls for the 2011 Hyundai Genesis
- 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 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.
Electrical System 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 electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Hyundai Genesis?
- NHTSA lists 27 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Genesis, which is 22% of the 122 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2011 Hyundai Genesis?
- Yes. Recall 14V713000 covers a stop lamp switch circuit repair, and recall 13V113000 covers a stop lamp switch replacement, both affecting the 2011 Genesis.
- Do the electrical problems on the 2011 Genesis cause fires?
- NHTSA data shows 2 fires reported within the Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Genesis, with 0 crashes and 0 injuries reported in this area.
- At what mileage do 2011 Genesis electrical problems typically appear?
- The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2011 Genesis is 68,161.5 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.