Engine
3.8L 6-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 97 of 97 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 49 of 97 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Electrical system
30 complaint records3 fire reports
"Oil light appears when at a stop and goes off when accelerating. was told by mechanic this is a sensor problem common to my vehicle...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
29 complaint records2 fire reports
"THE ENGINE MAKES A VERY LOUD NOISE AND THE CAR VIBRATES WHEN THE AC IS ON. THE DEALER HAS YET TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE AFTER 6 WEEKS..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Lighting
11 complaint records
"Use of the turn signal intermittently causes the headlights to turn off at night while in auto headlights mode switching to headlights on mode turns the lights back on...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse lighting parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQ23002 opened Nov 2023 | OPEN | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V107000PARK OUTSIDE | Electrical System | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. | Normally free |
| 21V160000PARK OUTSIDE | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit. | Normally free |
| 17V359000 | Parking Brake | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the warning light to indicate that the parking brake is applied may intermittently not illuminate in... | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024089 2024-02-13 | Electrical | 4,604 | Issue: Under certain conditions, water could leak into the starter solenoid. If this happens, the solenoid could short circuit. Safety Risk: A short circuit can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off. |
| 2023125 2023-03-08 | Brakes | 404,543 | Issue: Hyundai is conducting a special service campaign that provides anti-corrosion treatment to certain underbody components. Over time, components under the vehicle, including brake lines could corrode. |
| 2021133 2021-03-10 | Brakes | 4,756 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem in the control module for the antilock brake system (ABS) could cause it to short circuit. Safety Risk: A short circuit could create a fire risk. |
| 2020192 2020-05-01 | Airbag | 402 | Issue: On certain cars, the bolts that attach the driver-front airbag may not be tightened correctly. As a result, the airbag could become loose. |
| 2017300 2017-06-08 | Brakes | 11,987 | On certain vehicles equipped with a manual parking brake, the electrical switch which illuminates the parking brake warning light in the instrument cluster could become corroded. |
Show 1 more Canadian recalls
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016508 2016-10-17 | Airbag | 15,756 | On certain vehicles, objects or debris located under the front passenger seat could contact the electrical connector of the Occupant Classification System (OCS) and disconnect the connector if the seat is moved. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24-BE-015H TSB Oct 2024 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Air Bags | Certain 2015-2016MY Genesis (DH) vehicles may experience various Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) related to the Airbag Control Unit (ACU). The associated DTC covered by this TSB are listed on page 3 of this bulletin. |
| 24-BE-015H DBP Oct 2024 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Air Bags | Certain 2015-2016MY Genesis (DH) vehicles may experience various Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) related to the Airbag Control Unit (ACU). The associated DTCs covered by this TSB are listed on page 3 of the TSB. |
| TXX0 OL Dec 2024 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Air Bags | Certain 2015 – 2016 model year Genesis vehicles may display various Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) related to the Airbag Control Unit (ACU), which may cause the airbag warning light to illuminate. |
| DTN DCS Apr 2026 | Air Bags | The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been identified in U.S. | |
| DTN DL Apr 2026 | Air Bags | The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25-BD-012H TSB Nov 2025 | Exterior Lighting | This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. | |
| 25-01-024H EM Apr 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon's communication network. |
| 25-01-024H TSB Mar 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. |
| 24-AT-002H Apr 2024 | Power Train | This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and replace, if necessary, an automatic transmission with Incorrect Ratio DTC (transmission clutch slip in gear above limit) listed on Page 2. | |
| 24-BD-001H Feb 2024 | Visibility | This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side... | |
| 24-FL-001G Feb 2024 | Fuel System | This bulletin outlines the basic components of the BG Fuel Test Kit and the procedure to test the quality of the fuel during vehicle diagnosis. Poor fuel quality may lead to cold engine startability issues, hesitation at idle or during acceleration, and/or poor driveability. | |
| 23-EM-005H Oct 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services. | |
| 23-01-037H Apr 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Certain 2015-2016MY Hyundai Genesis (DH) vehicles may exceed evaporative emissions standards due to Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) system. To correct this symptom, install an auxiliary canister assembly between the canister and Canister Close Valve (CCV). | |
| 23-BD-007H Apr 2023 | Structure | Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. | |
| 23-BD-002H Jan 2023 | Visibility | This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. | |
| 22-EM-010H Jul 2022 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement. | |
| 22-GI-006H Jul 2022 | Tires | Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. | |
| 22-GI-006G Jul 2022 | Equipment | Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) sets a threshold for correcting load capacity information indicated on tire placards when the vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. | |
| 21-AT-018H Nov 2021 | Power Train | This bulletin describes the procedure to replace the 35R and 4&OD solenoids for a shift flare and/or harsh shift during the 2~3, 3~4 or 4~5 upshift. | |
| 21-FL-003H Jul 2021 | Fuel System | This TSB provides consolidated diagnosis and repair information, currently in the shop manual, to address DTC U0109 / U010900 related to a communication error with the Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM). | |
| 21-EM-004H Mar 2021 | Equipment | This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps. | |
| 21-BR-002H Mar 2021 | Service Brakes | This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures. | |
| 21-EM-003H Mar 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below. | |
| 20-BR-002H Nov 2020 | Service Brakes | This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area. | |
| 20-SS-004H Nov 2020 | Tires | This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the âTire Balance Data Sheetâ must be fully completed including imbalance and Road Force Variation (RFV) data. | |
| 20-DS-002H Sep 2020 | Equipment | The bulletin describes the procedure to measure and set propeller shaft angles to optimize driveline vibration performance on certain 2015-2016MY 3.8L AWD G80 (DH) vehicles. | |
| 20-BE-009H-1 Sep 2020 | Equipment | This bulletin provides the warranty extension, service procedure to replace the left side of the multifunction switch assembly, and perform a software update. Certain vehicles may exhibit intermittent headlight flickering while driving with the light switch on AUTO light mode. | |
| 20-BD-014H Jul 2020 | Exterior Lighting | This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. | |
| 20-BE-009H Jun 2020 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides the warranty extension and service procedure to replace the multifunction switch assembly. Certain vehicles may exhibit intermittent headlight flickering while driving with the light switch on AUTO light mode. | |
| Warranty Extensi Jun 2020 | Exterior Lighting | Hyundai is extending the multifunction switch assembly warranty to 15 years with unlimited miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever occurs first). A service procedure is provided to replace the multifunction switch assembly. | |
| 20-BE-008H Jun 2020 | Equipment | This bulletin provides information for new software to update the Navigation and Display Audio system to include the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto feature. | |
| 20-SS-002H(1) May 2020 | Tires | This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance. | |
| 20-BD-007H-1 May 2020 | Equipment | This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products. | |
| 20-BE-007H Apr 2020 | Structure | On certain 2015-2016 Genesis (DH) vehicles, the trunk harness may be damaged due to tension against the trunk lid arm. This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect, repair when necessary, and reroute the wire harness. | |
| 20-EE-003H Apr 2020 | Equipment | This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: ⢠A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. ⢠A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days. | |
| 20-AT-016H Apr 2020 | Equipment | The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions: | |
| 20-BD-009H Mar 2020 | Seats | Some vehicles may experience seat noise and/or possible wobble movement from the seat bottom when the vehicle is turning. This bulletin describes the procedure to install an e-ring clip to the tilt pipe housing on the front seat. | |
| 20-BD-007H Mar 2020 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products. | |
| 20-BD-003H(2) Feb 2020 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | Certain 2015-2016 Genesis (DH) vehicles may have a condition where the seat backboard comes loose. This bulletin describes the procedure to replace the seat backboard clip. | |
| 20-SS-001H Feb 2020 | Suspension | This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years. | |
| 20-BE-001H Jan 2020 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. | |
| 19-AT-021H-1 Dec 2019 | Power Train | If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. If the vehicle fails the stall test, replace the transmission. ? | |
| 19-BD-001H-1 Nov 2019 | Visibility | This bulletin provides instruction detailing the repair of a panoramic sunroof exhibiting the following condition(s): ? Creaking Noise ? Inoperative Slide | |
| 19-BE-011H-1 Nov 2019 | Lane Departure | The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. | |
| 19-BE-015H-1 Oct 2019 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | This bulletin contains information regarding the clock display on certain Navigation (AVN 4.0) head units. This procedure is specifically for the clock date and time not displaying which started appearing around August 17, 2019. | |
| 19-GI-006H Oct 2019 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and matched with a Techline Case number. | |
| 19-BD-004H-1 Oct 2019 | Seats | Certain 2015-2016 Genesis (DH) vehicles may have a condition where the seat backboard comes loose. This bulletin describes the procedure to replace the seat backboard clip. | |
| 19-EM-001H Oct 2019 | Power Train | This bulletin provides information regarding the changes in the timing chain and the crankshaft sprockets on certain Azera (HG), Santa Fe/Santa Fe XL (NC), Genesis (BH/DH), Genesis Coupe (BK), and G90 (HI) vehicles equipped with Lambda 3.3L / 3.8L GDI engines. | |
| 19-BD-007H Oct 2019 | Structure | The warranty coverage for the panoramic sunroof moving glass has been extended to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and subsequent owners. | |
| 19-FL-005H Aug 2019 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | When servicing a Genesis (DH) with a ?Check Engine light? and any of the following DTCs listed below are found stored, replace the throttle body. | |
| 19-BD-004H Aug 2019 | Seats | This bulletin describes the procedure to replace the seat backboard clip. Some vehicles may experience the seat backboard coming loose. | |
| 19-AT-014H Jun 2019 | Power Train | This bulletin provides a procedure to diagnose an 8-speed automatic transaxle with a harsh and/or delayed shift using GDS. | |
| 19-AT-011H May 2019 | Power Train | The procedure describes the procedure to check the ATF level for 8-speed Rear-Wheel-Drive vehicles. | |
| 19-AT-007H Apr 2019 | Power Train | This bulletin provides a procedure to transfer oil pressure data to the TCU using GDS Mobile. This procedure is necessary to reduce the TCU learning time and improve the shift quality. | |
| 19-FL-003H Apr 2019 | Power Train | This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot be removed or overwritten. | |
| 19-AT-008H Apr 2019 | Power Train | When servicing a vehicle with a ?Check Engine light? and any of the DTCs listed below, follow the Service Procedure and replace the related solenoid and E-module. | |
| 19-BE-004H Mar 2019 | Visibility | This bulletin provides information on the serviceable parts for the outside mirror assembly. When diagnosing and repairing the outside mirror, do not replace the entire assembly. Refer to page 2 of this TSB for replacement of individual parts. | |
| 19-AT-005H Mar 2019 | Engine | If you are servicing a vehicle with a ?Check Engine light? and any of the DTCs listed below, follow the Service Procedure and replace the E-module. | |
| 19-BD-001H Feb 2019 | Visibility | This bulletin provides the procedure to repair the panoramic sunroof creaking noise originating from the panoramic moving glass assembly. | |
| 5NP-C7T6R-02 Jan 2019 | Electrical System | Some Hyundai Genesis vehicles may experience a haptic steering warning light with DTC Code B247100 ? Vibration Motor Fault code set. This bulletin provides service information and the procedure to replace the haptic controller. |
Showing 60 of 76 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Do a full walk-around with every light on.Condensation inside a lens, a dim side, or a flickering tail light match this vehicle's lighting cluster.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 3 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask the dealer whether the warranty extension on file still applies to this VIN.The manufacturer issued 3 warranty extensions for this vehicle (see the service bulletins section). Extended coverage often runs by years or miles from the original sale, and a repair the seller paid for may have been free.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
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