10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
45,723 miles

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2012 Hyundai Genesis electrical problems

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2012 Hyundai Genesis Owner Comments (Page 1 of 3)

problem #49

May 022024

Genesis 6-cyl

  • 85,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the road. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact shifted into park(P) and pressed the Push to Start button, and the vehicle restarted. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact stated that an OBD scanner was unable to retrieve any diagnostic trouble codes for the failure. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000. The contact is requesting to be contacted via telephone in reference to this inquiry.

- Clementon, NJ, USA

problem #48

Feb 012024

Genesis

  • 62,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, shut off but was able to coast off the highway. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the electronic computer motherboard needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to parts being on backorder. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.

- Boca Raton, FL, USA

problem #47

Feb 062024

Genesis

  • miles
recall from 2014 under Hyundai genesis BH over brake corrosion and leading to HECU /electrical / wheel stability/electrical wire problems /fire Also immobilizer and safety I now have no dash or steering wheel controls Believe car was broken into shows signs of elapsed time/fob and controls inside no longer work Two fuses inside driver side panel spark even when car is not on Took to Springfield Hyundai They not only lied and stated my car isn-??t under any recall but they stated online they did a safety inspection which is not true I just replaced rear brakes and after barely driving 1,000 miles the brakes are making a wearing metal noise and sound like they are bad again I even stated I had information for the immobilizer since Hyundai didn-??t install on any of their vehicles until 2022 Now I enter my vin and it comes up under the 2 door coupe not the sedan (BH) Also found archived article from car and driver about the FBI suing Hyundai in 2014 over the exact model and make 2012 Hyundai Genesis BH over brake corrosion accidents and HECU issues causing accidents and other electrical issues Now I am scared worried and I am being ignored an neglected Driving a car that clearly is not safe and putting my life in danger if I have a tampered VIN from theft of no immobilizer this is Hyundai negligence and now my VIN isn-??t showing correctly for my make and model I NEED help I have videos of fuses sparking and printed recall Info for my make and model under NHTSA safety investigations I have NEVER received one recall notice from Hyundai in the mail since I am the owner since 2019 I also show DMV records of many registration transactions for years I owned vehicle I only get one registration per year Some shows 2 & 3 prior owner of vehicle worked for a car dealership in Woodbury Even Vehicle History reports aren-??t correct

- Sewell , NJ, USA

problem #46

Oct 232023

Genesis

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Submitted complaint of unsafe fumes /gas smells emitting from engine and into cabin of car to site on 10/23/2023 for my vin the complaint I see is under Tires This should be under engine I said nothing about tires it's a 2012 Hyundai Genesis BH 4 door sedan battery wasn't holding charge engine idles high and low poor gas mileage and sluggish brake light always on even after repair

- Sewell , NJ, USA

problem #45

Jan 012012

Genesis

  • miles
Driver's side passenger door lock does not electronically function--either by key fob or by driver's control. Passenger door must be manually locked and unlocked. This defect was present from time car was purchased new but was only discovered after car was out-of-warranty since passenger door had never been used until grandchildren began using back seat. This represents an safety hazard in the event that back-seat passenger needs to exit car quickly via electronic means. We are aware that this defect is quite common among 2012 Hyundai Genesis owners. Hyundai Motors of America knows that this was a manufacturing design defect but thus far, is unwilling to support warranty repair. Warranty repair is quite costly, averaging $700-900, and this is likely the reason why HMA has elected to publicly hide and ignore the issue.

- Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA

problem #44

Jun 212021

Genesis

  • miles
I am reporting an electrical problem w my 2012 hyundai Genesis. My back driver's side door lock just stopped working in 2021 & a few months later, my front passenger seat door locks also stopped working. I brought it in to the dealer this morning to have both locks checked. I know the back seat door lock is the actuator & im assuming that-??s the issue w the front one too. I-??m waiting to hear back from the dealer what the problem is, but actuators on the 2012 genesis are defective or it-??s an electrical problem. No accidents happened bc of it, I was just told to report this issue.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #43

Aug 102022

Genesis

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The rear view camera continues to not work properly. The camera screen will either display a black or scrambled view or none at all. This happens periodically from month to month. When the screen becomes scrambled, it creates a major safety issue. If there was an person or object directly behind the car when backing up, you would not be able to see it. There are no warnings or notifications from the car when this happens.

- Dacula, GA, USA

problem #42

Jun 212022

Genesis

  • miles
While turning at low speeds, the vehicle will turn off completely. This kills all power steering and brakes. This has occurred on several occasions and is documented on the web and genesis forums by other Hyundai owners as well, so this is not an isolated case. There was no warning of any kind that the car would be shutting down. The problem has not been reproduced by the dealer and that is the problem....you never know when it's going to happen and is extremely dangerous.

- Lincoln, CA, USA

problem #41

Jan 152019

Genesis

  • miles
While in route to the dealer for one issue, my smart cruise light came on. I reported this to the dealer upon arrival and they ignored. They repaired one item under warranty in which I though took care of both. By time I left, allowed the car to warm up; the smart cruise light came back on. I contacted the dealership & asked them what happened to this 2nd issue. They scheduled an appointment and I was informed by that time and visit; the warranty had expired and I will have to pay $4200 to repair the problem that they now see. I had also been complaining about my ABS/ESC/auto hold lights were constantly flashing, now they remain solid. It causes the vehicle to jerk when in reverse. I have read about several recalls regarding issue. The situation has gotten worse and I was told it is now leaking brake fluid. The dealership has now given me a price totaling $7000 to repair or purchase a new vehicle. This is money I cannot pay and I know my vehicle was still covered when the problems/ recalls started. These incidents occurred on several dates.

- Quincy, FL, USA

problem #40

Jan 222021

Genesis

  • 93,415 miles
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- Winder, GA, USA

problem #39

Jan 232021

Genesis

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Complete loss of all power supply and total mechanical system/engine no longer operational

- Winder, GA, USA

problem #38

Jan 232021

Genesis

  • 94,543 miles
Complete failure of engine. Sensors and electrical components malfunctions. Touch screen display non responsive and keystrokes off. Gas/fuel would spew back out when filling. Windshield visibility poor. Lighting dim. Hydraulic system fail. Timing belt fail. Flang sound (ticking in engine) led to engine fail. Electrical lights flickering was me. Vehicle stalled out completely shutting off locking up and seizing out. Components malfunctioning. Hard brake checks, high RPM rrevving, and idleing all are shown when car was traveling at 45 mph and no change in speed. Failure of fluids cause corrosion and hecu. Engine light indicator and engine oil lamp light flickering with no distinct pattern. Proceeded to bang loud in engine. RPM rev 2-3K before speed catches. Cd player problems. Always making a sound as if it is trying to eject and then sputters out. In 2 days the entire vehicle went from no lights displaying no knocking sound. 94K miles total

- Winder, GA, USA

problem #37

Jun 172020

Genesis

  • 40,000 miles
Navigation display failure resulting in no back-up camera, no A/V functions, and HVAC control malfunction. Dealer replaced within approximately 8 months of purchase. System has failed again and corporate advised that the part was on backorder and we waited for a replacement part for 8 months. Now corporate has advised that the part, A-V monitor assembly part #965633M851, is unavailable/discontinued. No way to repair or replace the part. Vehicle has 44,000 miles on it. Sunroof failed within first 20,000 miles and was sealed to avoid expensive repair. Most recently the car died without warning while stationary. In for evaluation now. This car has been a chronic problem since we first purchased it and corporate has told us that we are at a dead end regarding the A/V monitor assembly - there is nothing they can do. A/V monitor assembly issue occurred in June of 2020.

- Farragut, TN, USA

problem #36

Aug 142020

Genesis

  • 58,000 miles
Engine completely stalled 4 times when coming to a stop at a red light. Dashboard lit up with all the icons like it does when you press start on the car without actually turning it on. Ac and radio stayed on but brake pedal and steering wheel tightened up and loss of function in traffic. Had to put gear in park turn off the car and turn it back on. All 4 times it came back on without any problems and took me home. Common issue that others have described and can kill someone!

- Northridge, CA, USA

problem #35

Apr 302020

Genesis

  • 138,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated while driving at 20 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and driven to the destination. The contact also stated that while her daughter was driving at the same speed weeks later, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to keith hawthorne Hyundai of gastonia (4712 wilkinson blvd, gastonia, nc 28056) however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer. The failure mileage was 138,000. The VIN was not available.

- Mt. Holly, NC, USA

problem #34

Feb 032020

Genesis

  • 83,000 miles
When turning steering wheel a number of things can happen, radio turns off, steering locks up. All dash lights come on and power batt light lights up. Has stalled in intersection when turning. Trans shifts hard and slips into gear when on a long drive

- Brookfieldfield, IL, USA

problem #33

Sep 062019

Genesis

  • 120,000 miles
Was driving down the freeway in stop and go traffic and had been driving for about 45 minutes. Had A/C on, radio on, phone charger and seat cooling. Suddenly all electronics stopped on the car, loss of power to brakes, power steering and no acceleration. Had to pull over across two lanes of traffic, thankfully the flashers worked and I was able to get to the side of the road. Put car in park and started car up again. Thankfully it was daylight and good weather.

- Allen, TX, USA

problem #32

Apr 182019

Genesis

  • 83,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Genesis. While driving approximately 10-15 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. Bentley Hyundai (located at 3805 university dr, huntsville, al 35816, (256) 713-0505) was contacted and an appointment was made to have the vehicle diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000. The VIN was not available.

- Huntsville, AL, USA

problem #31

Nov 132018

Genesis

  • 78,000 miles
Passenger airbag light is always illuminated, with or without someone in the seat. Called the dealer and they told me that they 'put a seatbelt label on, ' and that I can pay $145 for the diagnosis.

- Corona, CA, USA

problem #30

Jul 152018

Genesis

  • 70,450 miles
Car turned off by itself while driving. Steering and braking were affected and not working.

- Columbia, MO, USA

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