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2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, most often about the transmission (25% of complaints, typically around 16,000 miles). It is the 2nd most complained-about Genesis Coupe model year since 2000 and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe problems
Transmission
17 complaints · 25%Half of these problems showed up before 16,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, manual transmission.
While driving my 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8l track model, I experience severe problems with the transmission. When shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear whenever the temperature is below 30 degrees fahrenheit the transmission grinds going into gear. Hyundai USA had a tsb about it, and the transmission fluid was…
Trying to shift into any gear during cold climates is very difficult and sometimes impossible on the first attempt. Multiple gears grind when going into gear specifically 5th and 6th gear, occasionally 3rd. I took it to a Hyundai dealership to get fixed and they said there was nothing wrong with it. This is a well…
Brakes
13 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 68,500 miles. Parts named most often: antilock, power assist.
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the brake pedal failed to respond when the brake pedal was depressed. The emergency brake had to be applied in order to stop the vehicle. The dealer stated that the brake fluid was contaminated and the entire brake system needed to be…
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact reviewed a service campaign consent letter from the manufacturer, which indicated that the hecu was to be serviced and replaced for all genesis vehicles. When the contact called the manufacturer, they specified that the Genesis Coupe was not included in that…
Electrical
9 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 62,500 miles.
The 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has been defective for a few months now. It will abruptly shift from 3rd to 1st and from 5th to 3rd by itself. It will also not accelerate when you need it to. I was recently almost involved in accident because of the shifting issues. I have contacted Hyundai several times and they…
I began having this issue 10 days ago with my 2010 Genesis Coupe. The concern I had was not only was the interior flickering but it resulted in my running night brake lights not working. I took the car to the dealer I'm at 62k miles just out of warranty. They ran diagnostic and thought it was a lose bracing for the…
Speed control
8 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 59,000 miles.
It does not shift properly causing it to decrease or increase speed without pressing the gas pedal. The problem also causes the vehicle to exceed recommended RPM level which causes the vehicle to get stuck in one gear and makes it difficult to stop the vehicle. This issue has caused instances where I have had to…
I have a 2010 Hyundai genesis 3.8 coupe 6-speed automatic with paddle and sport shift. I have had an ongoing issue with the vehicle for several months now not shifting properly. Sometimes it wont shift out of 1st gear and when it does it will unknowingly downshift and get stuck in a gear. Since the issue began, I have…
Air bags
6 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 23,500 miles.
In april 14 2012 around 2am nj atco I was rear end from behind about 40mph, I was accompany by my cousin he sat on the passenger side. Most of the damage was done on his side. I drive a Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2010. His side air bag did not deployed.. I can provided pictures if needed. Is there any way can I sue the car…
I was making a left hand turn onto route 25 in ridge, new york and was struck by a speeding vehicle (I would estimate at 65 MPH +) on the left front quadrant. The genesis (my car) was totaled as a result. My complaint is that none of the air bags deployed.
Engine
6 complaints · 9%While the car is warmed up and at operating temperature, the rpms will "hang" (hover around 2500 rpms) for 3-5 seconds before returning to idle.
I was driving on route 81 to harrisburg and heard a loud noise and my engine just shut off. I had to coast over to the side of the road to a safe place. I had to get my car towed and my mechanic inspected the vehicle and advised that the connecting rod inside the engine broke and put a hole in the engine and the oil…
Body and structure
5 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
The hood never fit as tight as it should, flopping a bit over bumps but one day I popped it open and the whole thing slid forward from the passenger side. The two bolts holding to the bracket were not there. Since I could not find them on the garage floor, they must have come off in traffic. Dealership replaced the…
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact stated that water leaked into the vehicle whenever it rained. The contact stated that puddles of water formed on the floors of the front and rear passenger's side seats. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired.…
Steering
4 complaints · 6%Vehicle steering wheel has continued to make a loud clicking/clunking noise during turning, primarily counter clockwise. Dealership has replaced clockspring (1st visit), lubricated steering components(2nd visit) and has now denied a "problem at all" per their district parts and services manager. No one is unable to…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe recalls
Electrical: interlock/lockout
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition lock switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 4, 2024. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 266.
Full defect summary
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.
Air bags: occupant classification
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, the disconnected ocs would, by default, cause the first stage, and only the first stage, of the air bag to deploy, whether there is a child seat in the front seat and the bag should not deploy or if the crash is severe and both stages should deploy. Either scenario increases the risk of injury to the front seat occupant.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will secure the ocs connector to prevent it from disconnecting, free of charge. Parts are not currently available and a second letter will be sent to owners when parts are available. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 151.
Full defect summary
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.
Lights: switch
Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'on' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 22, 2013. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor company (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 accent, model year 2007-2011 azera, sonata and sante fe,2006-2011 tucson, 2009-2011 elantra touring, 2007-2010 elantra, 2008-2011 veracruz, 2009-2011 genesis, 2010-2011 genesis coupe, 2007-2008 entourage, and 2006-2008 tiburon vehicles. Originally, in april 2013, hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 accent and tucson, model year 2007-2010 elantra, model year 2007-2011 santa fe, model year 2008-2009 veracruz, model year 2010-2011 genesis coupe, and model year 2011 sonata vehicles. In september 2013, hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Brake hydraulic control module failure
Summary
On october 28, 2013, hyundai motor company (hyundai) submitted a defect information report (dir) to NHTSA describing a safety defect in the braking system of approximately 43,500 model year (my) 2009 through 2012 hyundai genesis sedans (NHTSA recall no. 13v-489).the hyundai report indicates that the recalled vehicles may contain brake fluid that does not sufficiently inhibit corrosion on the zinc plating of control valve armatures in the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu) module. The dir indicated that, over time, the build-up of corrosion products may affect operation of hecu control valves, resulting in a low/soft brake pedal with reduced brake effectiveness, which may increase the r
Questions about the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (17 complaints, typically around 16,000 miles); brakes (13 complaints, typically around 68,500 miles); electrical (9 complaints, typically around 62,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 25, 2024 (electrical). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2010 a bad year for the Hyundai Genesis Coupe?
- It is the 2nd most complained-about Genesis Coupe model year since 2000, with 68 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.
Other Hyundai Genesis Coupe years
- 2010
- 2013