2015 Hyundai Genesis Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 291 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 3 fires, 8 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (112 reports).

7Recalls
291Owner complaints
10Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2015 Hyundai Genesis recalls

Front seat motors can overheat and cause a fire

Recall 26V664Oct 8, 202694,622 vehicles affected

Certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles have front power seat motors that may overheat because the power seat control switch can get stuck.

Water in starter can short circuit and cause engine fire

Recall 24V107Feb 13, 202490,907 vehicles affected

Water can enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short.

ABS Module Can Short Circuit and Cause an Engine Fire

Recall 21V160Mar 10, 202194,646 vehicles affected

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in these vehicles can malfunction and short circuit.

Parking Brake Light May Not Show When Engaged

Recall 17V359Jun 5, 2017161,074 vehicles affected

The parking brake indicator light on the dashboard may intermittently fail to illuminate when the parking brake is applied.

Instrument Cluster May Show Wrong Speed or Warning Lights

Recall 16V575Aug 2, 20163,031 vehicles affected

The instrument cluster display in certain vehicles may show an incorrect vehicle speed, may light up all of the warning lights, or may fail to light a warning light that should be on.

Tire Sidewall Cracks Can Cause Sudden Air Loss

Recall 15V864Dec 22, 201511,142 vehicles affected

Certain 2015 Genesis vehicles built between March 2014 and February 2015 came with Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 tires as original equipment.

Water Leaks Can Cause Wrong Gear Display and Delayed Shifting

Recall 15V097Feb 19, 201524,400 vehicles affected

Water can leak into the rear combination lamp assemblies on certain vehicles.

Most common 2015 Hyundai Genesis problems

Problem areas named in the 291 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System112
Exterior Lighting43
Engine41
Unknown Or Other41
Steering30
Power Train22
Structure20
Service Brakes13
Wheels12
Vehicle Speed Control11

What owners report

2026-10-27, Seats
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V664000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
2026-09-09, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while his niece was attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with an internal leak causing the starter to burn and the wiring harness to melt. The contact stated that the starter and wiring harness needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the local dealer denied the repair under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System); unless other repairs were first performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,887.
2026-07-08, Electrical System
Starter wiring burned and caused a small, localized fire in the engine compartment of the vehicle. Replacement of the starter assembly along with related engine wiring harness is necessary for vehicle operation. After mechanic review, it was determined the vehicle will catch fire upon attempt to start the vehicle. The vehicle was parked near our home when the internal burning and subsequent small fire started. The problem was reported to our nearest Hyundai dealership and the car was evaluated by the dealership to confirm the above. The car was inspected by Progressive insurance as well at the dealership and it was determined it was not included in TSB 24-01-057H recall for this VIN for the
2026-05-27, Forward Collision Avoidance
UNKNOWN, The car lose electricity, shutting down by itself, when I press start engine, or when I shut down engine, recently car shuts off while I drive it on highway, it didn't start until I jump start it, also it shows lights of ABS, and brakes auto hold, cruise control not working.
2026-04-30, Seat Belts
I have a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. I had an over heating issue with the car in January of 2025. Took the car to an authorized dealership, and had the repair made.a month later a code appeared on my Dash it read “PSB “. I went to have my vehicles emission’s test and the car failed. I took the car to an authorized Hyundai dealer and they said its most likely the fuel pump module, but wouldn’t know til they examined it thoroughly. After they replaced the fuel pump p module they called me and said that the seat belt positioned went bad and it was explosive. That it’s a safety feature on this model and it was caused by the fuel pump module. If the dealt belt is a safety feature and it becom

2015 Hyundai Genesis questions

Does the 2015 Hyundai Genesis have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Genesis: Front seat motors can overheat and cause a fire; Water in starter can short circuit and cause engine fire; ABS Module Can Short Circuit and Cause an Engine Fire; Parking Brake Light May Not Show When Engaged; Instrument Cluster May Show Wrong Speed or Warning Lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Genesis?

Based on 291 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (112), Exterior Lighting (43), Engine (41).

How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Hyundai Genesis has been fixed?

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