2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

20122014
Complaints
107
Crashes
3
Fires
14
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Problems

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

#127 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:63,997 mi
Fires:4
#215 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:60,000 mi
Fires:1
#315 complaints

Hydraulic Brakes

Avg mileage:55,562 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

Engine Problems
27
complaints
Crashes
Fires
4
Avg Miles
63,997
Brakes
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
60,000
Hydraulic Brakes
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
55,562
Electrical Faults
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
80,961
Transmission / Drivetrain
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
75,777
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
78,802
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
71,276
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Warning Light/Devices
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brake Master Cylinder
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,757,390 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.

15V756000Power Train:driveline:differential Unit · Suspension:rear
~10,800 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Genesis Coupe vehicles manufactured December 28, 2011, to April 6, 2015, equipped with manual transmissions. In the affected vehicles, if the differential and the suspension rear crossmember were not properly aligned during vehicle assembly, the bolts that secure the differential may loosen.

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2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe — FAQ

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

Is the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has 107 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 27 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (27 complaints, avg 63,997 mi); Brakes (15 complaints, avg 60,000 mi); Hydraulic Brakes (15 complaints, avg 55,562 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 66,438 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe include 3 crash-related reports, 14 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,757,390 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 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (engine problems) and verify open recalls have been addressed.

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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