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Reliability Database
Hyundai

Genesis

Compact Sedan
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (3.1)
8 Generations
9 Engines Rated
1,411 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
3 recommended 3 caution 3 avoid

Generation Timeline

2009 2009
0 engines
234 complaints 🔥 2
→
2010 2010
0 engines
156 complaints
→
2011 2011
1 engine
143 complaints 🔥 4
3.8L ✅ Recommended (4.0)
→
2012 2012
2 engines
268 complaints 🔥 1
5.0L ⚠️ Caution (2.5)
→
2013 2013
2 engines
195 complaints 🔥 6
5.0L ⚠️ Caution (3.1)
→
2014 2014
3 engines
23 complaints
3.8L ⚠️ Caution (2.9)
→
2015 2015
1 engine
301 complaints 🔥 4
3.8L ❌ Avoid (1.4)
→
2016 2016
0 engines
91 complaints 🔥 3
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