2012 Hyundai Genesis Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 63 brake complaints for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis, 24% of its 260 total complaints, with 2 crashes reported. A related recall (13V489000) covers corrosive brake fluid affecting the hydraulic electronic control unit; median mileage at failure is 67,724.
- Brakes complaints
- 63
- 24% of 260
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 67,724 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Brake pedal suddenly goes soft or sinks to the floor with little stopping power, sometimes recovering after repeated pumping.
- Pedal travels to the floorboard at low speeds, forcing drivers to pump the brakes multiple times to slow or stop the vehicle.
- Some owners report the failure recurring intermittently, occurring once or twice a week or returning after dealer repairs.
- A few owners link the soft-pedal issue to the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) failing, tied to the brake fluid recall.
- One owner reported unintended acceleration while parking combined with unresponsive brakes, ending in a curb impact.
When 2012 Hyundai Genesis brake complaints were filed
First complaint Nov 14, 2011, latest Jul 8, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2012 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 2012 Hyundai Genesis have?
- NHTSA lists 63 brake complaints for the 2012 Genesis, which is 24% of the 260 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis?
- Yes. Recall 13V489000 covers 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles built between April 30, 2008 and March 28, 2012, for brake fluid that did not protect against corrosion of the hydraulic electronic control unit.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2012 Genesis is 67,724 miles.
- Did the 2012 Genesis brake problems cause any crashes?
- NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 0 injuries or fires linked to the reported brake complaints for this model year.
- How does 2012 compare to other Genesis model years for brake complaints?
- The 2012 Genesis had 63 brake complaints (24% share), lower in share than 2010's 32 complaints (36% share) but higher in raw count than most other years listed.