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2013 Hyundai Genesis Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 26 brake complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis, 21% of all complaints for that year, with a median failure mileage of 36,500 miles. Six crashes and two fires are tied to these reports, and no related recall is on file.

Brakes complaints
26
21% of 126
Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
2
Median mileage
36,500 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

  • Owners report the vehicle rolling forward through an intersection or into traffic even while pressing firmly on the brake pedal.
  • Some describe rear rotors overheating to the point of glowing red or catching fire after driving through snow or using the traction-control-off setting.
  • Several report the brakes or wheels locking up suddenly while slowing to a stop, with the steering wheel becoming unresponsive and dash warning lights illuminating.
  • One owner reported the brake system setting and refusing to release after accelerating, requiring pumping the pedal to free the vehicle.
  • One complaint describes front rotors bending, causing violent shaking at speed and a fractured front suspension component.
  • Another owner reported the ABS failing to stop the car during a skid after being tapped from behind, resulting in a loss of control.

When 2013 Hyundai Genesis brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 15, 2013, latest Dec 15, 2025.

2013 Hyundai Genesis brakes complaints: complaints filed per month2Jul 2013Apr 2014Apr 2015Feb 2018Feb 2020Dec 2021Feb 2023Apr 2024
26 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2013 to Dec 2025; peak Apr 2014 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Genesis model year

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

  1. 201032 (36%)
  2. 201129 (24%)
  3. 201263 (24%)
  4. 201326 (21%)
  5. 20144 (18%)
  6. 201526 (9%)
  7. 20169 (9%)
  8. 20180 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2013 Hyundai Genesis have?
NHTSA lists 26 brake-related complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis, making up 21% of the 126 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis?
No. NHTSA's records show no related recalls tied to the brake complaints for this model year.
At what mileage do 2013 Genesis brake problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on this model year is 36,500 miles.
Have brake issues on the 2013 Genesis led to crashes or fires?
Yes. NHTSA data tied to this problem area lists 6 crashes and 2 fires among the reported incidents for the 2013 model year.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.