5.3

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
17,450 miles

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problem #7

Jun 012022

Genesis

  • miles
About 5-6 months ago, when turning left or right, the steering wheel started essentially locking in that position, and I have to yank it back to center. It will not self-center. The dealer was not able to fix it, and it's a very dangerous car to drive now. I will not let any other members of my family drive it. Also, I've had a severe drivetrain vibration for about a year, and over $7,000 was spent on a new driveshaft and transfer case. It is now worse than it was and the dealer doesn't know what to do. Even with only 34,000 miles on the car, it is out of warranty, and Hyundai doesn't seem to care. I have installed brand new tires hoping that it might help both situations, but it didn't. I'm just at my wit's end now. I guess I will just have to park the car. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

- Roanoke, VA, USA

problem #6

Oct 242020

Genesis

  • 50,000 miles
I was in a turn lane with the car running in park. When the light turned green, the car would not shift to drive. I was blocking traffic. I turned on my hazard lights. I then turned the engine off/on. The car then shifted to drive with a harsh jerk!. I was able to get to my destination. When leaving, my car again would not shift into drive and I noticed that the "check engine light came on. I tried stopping and starting a few times. The car would not shift to drive. It would only go in park, neutral and reverse. I had to have the car towed to my house. I will have the dealership check it on Monday.

- Gonzales, LA, USA

problem #5

Sep 032020

Genesis

  • miles
Fluttering/rattling noise occurs around 25-30 mph when cruising.

- Macon, GA, USA

problem #4

Nov 122018

Genesis

  • miles
Propeller shaft assembly / drive shaft assembly. Result: Dealer replaced under factory warranty in 2018 and noise no longer exists. Previously, between 15 mph and 20 mph at cruise speed and no acceleration, a loud buffeting/recoiling/cuffing noise is audible in the cabin. Sounds as though it originates under the floor boards. Heard this from the moment I purchased the vehicle new with 15 miles on the odometer until I brought it in to the dealer two years later, which, as written above, they diagnosed the source to the propeller shaft / drive shaft assembly.

- Golden, CO, USA

problem #3

Dec 052018

Genesis

  • 60,253 miles
If I do not fill the auto with a premium blend gasoline the car will inconsistently over rev and jerk into gear if I accelerate somewhat suddenly. This response is quite odd and could cause an accident since the car kicks into gear rather hard after accelerating and then letting off the gas. The sensation is the same as experiencing a light but loud rear end collision from behind. The car is luxurious and big therefore, you wouldn't expect this type jolting from the drive train.

- Westchester, CA, USA

problem #2

May 112017

Genesis

  • 5,600 miles
Changed lanes at 30 to 40 mph in a residential area, removed foot from gas pedal, heard engine revving high then within one to two seconds I felt and heard a hard bang and heavy push. Thought someone hit me, but no one did. Car startled me and my wife. It felt like the engine disconnected from the transmission, then reengaged, which gave the sudden outcome. This has been three weeks and no further incident. I could only imagine if this happened on a high way or at a critical point of driving. I think it can be a safety concern.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #1

May 022017

Genesis 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 6,300 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. While driving, the vehicle lost power. The contact was able to maneuver the vehicle off the road onto the shoulder. The vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed on an incline. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer (chapman Hyundai scottsdale, 6601 E mcdowell rd #3, scottsdale, AZ 85257, 480-949-7600), but the failure could not be duplicated. The dealer informed the contact to bring the vehicle back if the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was provided case number: 10243115. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000. Updated 07/18/17*** updated 08/30/17 updated 10/03/2017

- Phoenix, AZ, USA