2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

20112013
Complaints
14
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#14 complaints

Brakes

#23 complaints

Engine Problems

#32 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

Brakes
4
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Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
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Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
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Crashes
Fires
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Recalls for 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,746,590 vehicles.

24V562000Electrical System:ignition:interlock/lockout
~12,612 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Genesis Coupe vehicles. A return spring in the ignition lock switch may fracture, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the vehicle is started in gear, without the parking brake applied.

23V651000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~1,649,478 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

16V722000Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification
~84,500 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, to June 11, 2016. The electrical harness connector for the front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may dislodge when the seat is moved.

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2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has 14 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Brakes with 4 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
Top reported problems: Brakes (4 complaints); Engine Problems (3 complaints); Unintended Acceleration (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
Does the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,746,590 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Genesis Coupe reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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