Genesis (2013)
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Complaints by Engine Code
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Hyundai Genesis, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2013 Hyundai Genesis
On a used 2013 Hyundai Genesis, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the engine (38), the brakes (20) and the transmission and drivetrain (19). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-12. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
- Start the engine cold and listen for the first 30 seconds, then again at idle once it is warm.Costly repair. NHTSA has 38 owner complaints on the 2013 Hyundai Genesis about the engine.
- On an empty road, brake firmly from 40 mph with a light grip on the wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 20 owner complaints on the 2013 Hyundai Genesis about the brakes.
- Accelerate gently through every gear, then once at full throttle. Shift into Reverse and back to Drive.Costly repair. NHTSA has 19 owner complaints on the 2013 Hyundai Genesis about the transmission and drivetrain.
- Switch on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 14 owner complaints on the 2013 Hyundai Genesis about the electrical system.
- Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag light. On the drive, check the backup camera and any collision or lane warning.Safety. NHTSA has 10 owner complaints on the 2013 Hyundai Genesis about the airbags and driver-assist systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2013-2013 Hyundai Genesis complaints?
Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013-2013 Hyundai Genesis. The systems they name most often are the engine, the brakes and the transmission.
Is the 2013-2013 Hyundai Genesis a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013-2013 Hyundai Genesis. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013-2013 Hyundai Genesis have?
NHTSA has 110 owner complaints on file for the 2013-2013 Hyundai Genesis as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2013-2013 Hyundai Genesis?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013-2013 Hyundai Genesis.
What should I check before buying a used Hyundai Genesis?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the engine, the brakes and the transmission, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Genesis?
The 2013 Hyundai Genesis received an overall N/A-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: N/A stars. Side crash: N/A stars. Rollover: 5 stars (9.5% rollover probability). Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: No. Lane Departure Warning: Optional. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 110 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-10-12.