2013 Hyundai GENESIS COUPE problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
74 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
80,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2013 model year. Data snapshot: . 24 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 27 of 74 complaints (36.5%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 34 | 45.9% |
| Transmission and shifting | 4 | 5.4% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 4 | 5.4% |
| Steering behavior | 3 | 4.1% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 1.4% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 27 |
| Service Brakes | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module | 5 |
| Suspension | 5 |
Engine: 27; Service Brakes: 15; Service Brakes, Hydraulic: 15; Electrical System: 12; Power Train: 7; Unknown Or Other: 7; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module: 5; Suspension: 5
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 3 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 6 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 5 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 9 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 3; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 6; 75,000 to 99,999: 5; 100,000 to 149,999: 9; 150,000 and above: 0
100,000 to 149,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (9). 50 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 27 |
| 2025 | 11 |
| 2026 | 1 |
2016: 2; 2017: 2; 2018: 2; 2019: 4; 2020: 7; 2021: 1; 2022: 7; 2023: 10; 2024: 27; 2025: 11; 2026: 1
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 34 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 4 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 4 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10821856 · 2016-01-23 (January 23, 2016)
REAR PASSENGER SIDE BRAKE SEIZURE OR STICKING. HAPPENED WHEN I WENT TO A COLDER LOCATION. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY LUBED THE GUIDES, 2 MONTHS LATER, BACK IN A COLD AREA, THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN. THE CAR DOESN'T ROLL IN NEUTRAL AND THE BRAKES HEAT UP, EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE PADS ON THAT BRAKE.
Owner-reported narrative. 60,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10821856 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11052723 · 2017-12-06 (December 6, 2017)
BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN WHEN BRAKING. MASTER CYLINDER FAILURE. MILEAGE ON VEHICLE 33,678.
Owner-reported narrative. 33,678 miles reported. Look up ODI 11052723 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11082227 · 2018-03-30 (March 30, 2018)
AS IM COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP AT A STOP SIGN I ACCELERATE ONTO A BUSY HIGHWAY AND THE TRANSMISSION ACTED AS THOUGH IT DID NOT WANT TO ENGAGE AND THE MOTOR REVED UP AND CAUSED MY VEHICLE TO FISH TAIL. MY DAUGHTER AND I WERE IN THE VEHICLE.
Owner-reported narrative. 78,896 miles reported. Look up ODI 11082227 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11342973 · 2020-08-03 (August 3, 2020)
WHILE DRIVING ON THE STREETS MY CAR STARTED FEELING DIFFERENT IT WOULD JUMP GEARS AND GET STUCK.I WILL COME TO STOP OR SIGNAL LIGHTS OR PULL OVER TO THE SIDE ON BUSY STREETS AND FREEWAYS.SHUT OFF MY VEHICLE THAN RESTART IT AGAIN.SOMETIMES IT WOULD HELP AND MOST OF THE TIME IT WOULDN'T.I HAD A FIRE LAST YEAR A SMALL BOX UNDER MY HOOD HAD CAUGHT ON FIRE I REPORTED IT TO MY INSURANCE. ELECTRIC BOX THAT GOT ON FIRE. WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY PASSENGER TIRE CAME OFF I HAD WENT THROUGH 3 TIRES IN ONE DAY THE BOLTS KEEP GETTING LOSE.I JUST RECENTLY PURCH…
Owner-reported narrative. 106 miles reported. Look up ODI 11342973 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11557494 · 2023-11-29 (November 29, 2023)
the abs light stays on no matter what ive tried resetting it and everything and it wont work, the electrical system in the car sometimes doesnt work properly this regarding the headlights and interior buttons, the transmission on the car since i have bought it has a really dangerous kick back on it in the transmission jolts the car really hard to the point its dangerous to drive on dry and rainy days because the tires will lose traction and i will have to get the traction back under control due to the kick back in this transmsion problem it has…
Owner-reported narrative. 114,884 miles reported. Look up ODI 11557494 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11557735 · 2023-11-30 (November 30, 2023)
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the parking brake and several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the rear brakes were faulty, and an unknown sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that after leaving the independent mechanic, a burning odor was detected. The contact drove to the residence and inspected underneath the hood. There was smoke coming from the driver's si…
Owner-reported narrative. 127,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11557735 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11301200 · 2020-01-22 (January 22, 2020)
I RECENTLY HAD TAKEN MY VEHICLE TO GET SERVICED FOR AN OIL CHANGE. 2 WEEKS LATER I'M DRIVING AND MY OIL WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AND THEN MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP AND THE ENGINE JUST GOES OUT. I HAVE NEVER HAD ANY MECHANICAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE.
Owner-reported narrative. 60 miles reported. Look up ODI 11301200 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11635150 · 2025-01-09 (January 9, 2025)
The adjustment on the steering column for telescopic/up/down adjustments doesn't hold the steering wheel in place, even under light pressure like trying to honk the horn, the column just pushes in. Since the column cannot stay in place under light pressure, it won't stay in place if the driver's airbag is deployed possibly causing severe injury or death. I first noticed this problem back in 2015, the local deal refused to fix the problem and wanted me to pay for the NEW steering column and the labor to replace it.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11635150 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11705068 · 2025-12-15 (December 15, 2025)
The vehicle developed rod knock consistent with rod bearing failure. The symptoms match known Hyundai Theta II engine defects that led to prior recalls and warranty extensions on similar engines. Vehicle was diagnosed by dealership with rod knock. Manufacturer denied goodwill repair citing warranty expiration despite failure characteristics matching known manufacturing defects. Engine failure presents a safety concern due to potential sudden loss of power.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11705068 at NHTSA ↗