How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Hyundai Genesis have?

NHTSA lists 39 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2012 Genesis, making up 15% of the 260 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis?

No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2012 Genesis.

At what mileage do transmission problems occur on the 2012 Genesis?

The median mileage at failure for transmission & powertrain complaints on the 2012 Genesis is 50,000 miles.

Did the transmission problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this problem area for the 2012 Genesis, but 1 injury was reported.

How does the 2012 Genesis compare to other years for transmission complaints?

The 2012 Genesis has a 15% share of complaints in this area, higher than 2010 (6%), 2011 (6%), 2015 (8%), and 2016 (10%), based on NHTSA data.

2012 Hyundai Genesis Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 39 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis, 15% of its 260 total complaints, the highest share among model years shown. No related recall is listed. Median mileage at failure is 50,000.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 39; 15% of 260
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 50,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power while driving, sometimes with power steering cutting out at the same time.
Some describe delayed or hesitant shifting, including a delay of several seconds between gears during quick deceleration.
One owner reported the transmission continuing to drive in reverse after shifting into drive.
Reports include the engine stalling completely at intersections or highway speeds, then restarting after several attempts.
One owner noted the vehicle would not start in cold temperatures around 40 degrees or lower, then cranked normally once temperatures rose.
A knocking noise from the manual transmission was reported while the clutch was disengaged and the transmission in neutral.

When 2012 Hyundai Genesis transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 21, 2012, latest Jul 28, 2024.

39 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2012 to Jul 2024; peak Jan 2013 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Genesis model year

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

20105 (6%)
20117 (6%)
201239 (15%)
201321 (17%)
20140 (0%)
201522 (8%)
201610 (10%)
20180 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Hyundai Genesis have?: NHTSA lists 39 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2012 Genesis, making up 15% of the 260 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis?: No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2012 Genesis.
At what mileage do transmission problems occur on the 2012 Genesis?: The median mileage at failure for transmission & powertrain complaints on the 2012 Genesis is 50,000 miles.
Did the transmission problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this problem area for the 2012 Genesis, but 1 injury was reported.
How does the 2012 Genesis compare to other years for transmission complaints?: The 2012 Genesis has a 15% share of complaints in this area, higher than 2010 (6%), 2011 (6%), 2015 (8%), and 2016 (10%), based on NHTSA data.