Complaints
188
Crashes
24
Fires
3
Injuries
28
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2013 Hyundai Genesis Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#141 complaints
Engine Problems
Avg mileage:50,319 mi
#220 complaints
Transmission / Drivetrain
Avg mileage:41,190 mi
#320 complaints
Brakes
Avg mileage:31,410 mi
Crash-related:6
Fires:2
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 41 | — | — | 50,319 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 20 | — | — | 41,190 mi | |
| Brakes | 20 | 6 | 2 | 31,410 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 17 | — | — | 47,005 mi | |
| Airbags | 13 | 9 | — | 49,438 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 10 | 2 | — | 54,113 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | 3 | — | 12,554 mi | |
| Fuel System | 5 | 1 | — | 21,990 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
Engine Problems
41
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
50,319
Transmission / Drivetrain
20
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
41,190
Brakes
20
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
2
Avg Miles
31,410
Electrical Faults
17
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
47,005
Airbags
13
complaints
Crashes
9
Fires
—
Avg Miles
49,438
Steering Defects
10
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
54,113
Unintended Acceleration
9
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
12,554
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
21,990
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2013 Hyundai Genesis — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2013 Hyundai Genesis reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2013 Hyundai Genesis has 188 NHTSA complaints, 24 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 41 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Genesis?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (41 complaints, avg 50,319 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (20 complaints, avg 41,190 mi); Brakes (20 complaints, avg 31,410 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?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 42,377 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?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis include 24 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 28 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 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2013 Hyundai Genesis as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2013 Hyundai Genesis?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Hyundai Genesis reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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