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2015 Hyundai Genesis Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 3.4× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
289Complaints
6Recalls
10Crashes
3Fires
8Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (37% of complaints) — is covered by 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.

Electrical System complaints here are 3.4× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System107 · 37%RecalledRecall 16V575000 · Recall 15V097000 · Recall 24V107000
Engine41 · 14.2%not available
Exterior Lighting41 · 14.2%not available
Steering28 · 9.7%not available
Power Train21 · 7.3%not available
Structure:body19 · 6.6%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE41 · 14.2%
Unspecified / other41 · 14.2%
STEERING28 · 9.7%
POWER TRAIN21 · 7.3%
STRUCTURE:BODY19 · 6.6%
SERVICE BRAKES13 · 4.5%
WHEELS12 · 4.2%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL11 · 3.8%

Percentages are the share of the 289 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 6 campaigns

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel

NHTSA campaign 16V575000 · 2016 · reported 08/02/2016

If the instrument cluster displays the vehicle speed or illuminates the warning lights incorrectly there would be an increased risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Parking Brake:indicator Light

NHTSA campaign 17V359000 · 2017 · reported 06/05/2017

If the parking brake indicator is not illuminated when the parking brake is applied, the driver may operate the vehicle with the parking brake partially engaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Tires:sidewall

NHTSA campaign 15V864000 · 2015 · reported 12/22/2015

Tire sidewall cracks could cause a rupture during use, resulting in a rapid air loss and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System

NHTSA campaign 15V097000 · 2015 · reported 02/19/2015

If the incorrect gear is being displayed, the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module

NHTSA campaign 21V160000 · 2021 · reported 03/10/2021

An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · Park outside  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:starter Assembly:solenoid

NHTSA campaign 24V107000 · 2024 · reported 02/13/2024

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · Park outside  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“AT TIMES THE VECHICLE SURGES FORWARD WHEN CLOSE TO ANOTHER VECHICLE WHEN IN CRUISE CONTROL. HEADS LIGHTS HAVE TURN OFF, ON, AUTOMATIC, LOW WITH OUT…”NHTSA complaint 11220516 — filed 06/17/2019 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“MY VEHICLE SHOWED SOLID CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WHILE I WAS ON 101 FREEWAY AND AFTER EXITING TO CITY ROAD I COULD PARK AND READ THE…”NHTSA complaint 11153265 — filed 11/23/2018 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 16V575000 - MY HYUNDAI IS EXPERIENCING THE EXACT SAME SYMPTOMS THAT IS PORTRAYED IN THE CAMPAIGN NUMBER I HAVE LISTED. I HAVE…”NHTSA complaint 11130294 — filed 09/20/2018 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Genesis?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 107 of 289 NHTSA complaints (37%), followed by engine (41), unspecified/other issues (41), exterior lighting (41). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Hyundai Genesis have?

289 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 10 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, and 8 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Hyundai Genesis have any recalls?

Yes — 6 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V575000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 Hyundai Genesis's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.