Hyundai Genesis Recalls: Every NHTSA Recall by Model Year
The Hyundai Genesis has 11 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2009–2016; the most recent is 26V664000 (Oct 8, 2026) for seats, covering 2015–2016 models. The 2015 model year has the most, with 7.
Recall repairs are free at Hyundai dealers. This list is model-level, so it can't tell you whether your car is affected or already fixed. For that, check your VIN.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns · Data pulled Nov 7, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
Most Genesis recalls involve exterior lighting (3), electrical system (2) and service brakes (2).
3 campaigns carry a do-not-drive or park-outside warning
Hyundai Genesis recalls by model year
Campaigns that cover each model year. One campaign can cover several years, so it is counted once in every year it covers.
| Model year | Recalls | Main components | Per-year check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 4 | seats, electrical system, service brakes | 2016 Genesis recalls |
| 2015 | 7 | seats, electrical system, service brakes | 2015 Genesis recalls |
| 2012 | 2 | visibility, service brakes | 2012 Genesis recalls |
| 2011 | 3 | exterior lighting, service brakes | 2011 Genesis recalls |
| 2010 | 3 | exterior lighting, service brakes | 2010 Genesis recalls |
| 2009 | 3 | exterior lighting, service brakes | 2009 Genesis recalls |
Biggest Hyundai Genesis recalls
Ranked by the number of vehicles NHTSA lists for the whole campaign. That total often includes other models.
Genesis model years: 2009–2011
Genesis model years: 2015–2016
Genesis model years: 2015–2016
Genesis model years: 2015–2016
Genesis model years: 2015–2016
All 11 Hyundai Genesis recalls (newest first)
Oct 8, 202626V664000 PARK OUTSIDESeats2015–2016
Component: Seats (front assembly, power adjust)
Genesis model years: 2015–2016 · about 94,622 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis, and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The front power seat motors may overheat due to a stuck power seat control switch, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
The risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the repair has been performed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners of Hyundai vehicles may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Genesis owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai recall number for this recall is 308 and Genesis' recall number is 035G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 13, 2026.
Feb 13, 202424V107000 PARK OUTSIDEElectrical system2015–2016
Component: Electrical system (starter assembly, solenoid)
Genesis model years: 2015–2016 · about 90,907 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
The risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
Mar 10, 202121V160000 PARK OUTSIDEService brakes2015–2016
Component: Service brakes
Genesis model years: 2015–2016 · about 94,646 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
The risk: An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.
Jun 5, 201717V359000Parking brake2015–2016
Component: Parking brake (indicator light)
Genesis model years: 2015–2016 · about 161,074 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the warning light to indicate that the parking brake is applied may intermittently not illuminate in the dash due to corrosion in the switch.
The risk: If the parking brake indicator is not illuminated when the parking brake is applied, the driver may operate the vehicle with the parking brake partially engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 164.
Aug 2, 201616V575000Electrical system2015
Component: Electrical system (instrument cluster/panel)
Genesis model years: 2015 · about 3,031 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis sedans manufactured February 1, 2015, through May 20, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a seven-inch TFT-LCD instrument cluster that may display an incorrect vehicle speed or may illuminate all of the warning lights or not illuminate a warning light that needs to be lit.
The risk: If the instrument cluster displays the vehicle speed or illuminates the warning lights incorrectly there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 147.
Feb 29, 201616V117000Visibility2012
Component: Visibility (windshield wiper/washer, motor)
Genesis model years: 2012 · about 18,700 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.
The risk: Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.
Dec 22, 201515V864000Tires2015
Component: Tires (sidewall)
Genesis model years: 2015 · about 11,142 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured March 3, 2014, to February 9, 2015, and equipped with Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 tires installed as original equipment. The affected tires may develop cracks in the tire sidewall, resulting in a loss of air.
The risk: Tire sidewall cracks could cause a rupture during use, resulting in a rapid air loss and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the factory tires with tires of another brand, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 138.
Feb 19, 201515V097000Exterior lighting2015
Component: Exterior lighting (tail lights, electrical system)
Genesis model years: 2015 · about 24,400 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured February 21, 2014, to January 24, 2015. Water may leak into the rear combination lamp assemblies and cause an incorrect gear display on the instrument panel or a delay in the engagement of the selected gear when the vehicle is shifted from Park to Reverse or Drive.
The risk: If the incorrect gear is being displayed, the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply pads to prevent water intrusion into the combination lamp housing, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 128.
Nov 7, 201414V713000Exterior lighting2009–2011
Component: Exterior lighting (brake lights, switch)
Genesis model years: 2009–2011 · about 42,925 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai Equus vehicles manufactured July 31, 2010, to November 21, 2010. Due to a circuit failure, the stop lamps in the affected vehicles may not illuminate.
The risk: A following vehicle may not recognize that the vehicle is slowing or coming to a stop if the stop lamps on the vehicle do not illuminate as expected. There is an increased risk of a rear-end crash as a result.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the stop lamp switch circuit, free of charge. Hyundai issued an interim notification to owners on January 6, 2015. The recall began on March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 125.
Oct 29, 201313V489000Service brakes2009–2012
Component: Service brakes
Genesis model years: 2009–2012 · about 43,500 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
The risk: If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. Hyundai will replace the factory brake fluid in those vehicles that have not previously had the factory brake fluid replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or by email at [email protected]. Hyundai's recall number is 114.
Apr 1, 201313V113000Exterior lighting2009–2011
Component: Exterior lighting (brake lights, switch)
Genesis model years: 2009–2011 · about 1,712,336 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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 not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
The 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.
The 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.
How to check if your Genesis has an open recall
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in the free VIN recall check. It queries NHTSA for your exact vehicle, not just the model.
- If a recall is open, call any Hyundai dealer's service department to book the free repair. Bring the recall number from the list above.
- Buying used? Ask the seller for the dealer's recall-completion printout before you pay.
Or browse by year, for example the 2016 Hyundai Genesis recall check.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Hyundai Genesis have?
11 NHTSA safety recall campaigns cover the Hyundai Genesis across model years 2009–2016. A single campaign often spans several model years, so the per-year counts in the table add up to more than 11. The 2015 model year has the most, with 7.
What is the latest Hyundai Genesis recall?
26V664000, filed with NHTSA on Oct 8, 2026: seats (front assembly, power adjust), covering 2015–2016 Genesis models. The fix is free at Hyundai dealers.
What is the biggest Hyundai Genesis recall?
By vehicles covered, 13V113000 (Apr 1, 2013), a exterior lighting campaign covering about 1,712,336 vehicles in total. That count is for the whole campaign, which can include other models besides the Genesis.
How do I check if my Hyundai Genesis has an open recall?
Run your 17-character VIN through a VIN recall check. A model-level list can't tell you whether your car was built in the affected range or has already been repaired. Any Hyundai dealer can also look up the VIN and do the repair.
Are Hyundai recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are done free at franchised Hyundai dealers, whether or not the warranty has expired and wherever you bought the car. Manufacturers must offer a free remedy for vehicles up to 15 years old at the time the recall is filed, and many still repair older ones.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recalls database: every campaign for the HYUNDAI GENESIS, queried by model year through NHTSA's public recalls API (api.nhtsa.gov).
- Affected-vehicle counts are NHTSA's "potential units affected" for the whole campaign, which can include other models.
- Campaigns filed under a separate NHTSA model name (for example a hybrid or heavy-duty variant) are not included here.
- Data pulled Nov 7, 2026. Problem, risk and fix text is NHTSA's own campaign wording.