2016 Hyundai Genesis Safety Report
2016 Hyundai Genesis Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2016 Hyundai Genesis. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (89) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 6 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Electrical System | Compare electrical system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2018 | Compare against the 2018 Hyundai Genesis with 3 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2015 | Check the 2015 Hyundai Genesis before buying across this generation. |
Hyundai Genesis Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Hyundai Genesis years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Hyundai Genesis | 300 | 6 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2018 Hyundai Genesis | 3 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2016 Hyundai Genesis Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2016 Hyundai Genesis, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Electrical System
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Hyundai onlyEngine
9 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Hyundai onlyExterior Lighting
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Exterior Lighting issues Hyundai onlySteering
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Hyundai onlyPower Train
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Hyundai onlyElectrical System,Exterior Lighting
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Exterior Lighting issues Hyundai onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis
Reliability Score
The 2016 Hyundai Genesis receives a reliability score of 89 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Solenoid Hyundai is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2019 Genesis G80 vehicles due to a potential issue with the starter solenoid. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes Hyundai is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles due to a potential issue with the service brakes and hydraulic control units. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Oil Pressure Sensor A known issue with the oil pressure sensor causing the oil light to come on, with a recall in Korea addressing this problem. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Air Bag Warning Light A complaint about the air bag warning light illuminating while driving, which could indicate a potential safety hazard. |
Low | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2016 Hyundai Genesis:
Issues with the starter solenoid and oil pressure sensor are common.
Problems with the hydraulic control units have been reported.
Steering issues, including sticking, have been reported.
The oil pressure light coming on is a common issue.
Recall Details for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis by NHTSA:
Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
Summary: 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.
Consequence: An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.
Summary: 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 the dash due to corrosion in the switch.
Consequence: If the parking brake indicator is not illuminated when the parking brake is applied, the driver may operate the vehicle with the parking brake partially engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 164.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2016 Hyundai Genesis with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 2 involved fires. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the passenger’s side rear door failed to open from inside or outside or unlock as needed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and it was determined that the rear passenger’s door handle actuator was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failur...
Oil light keep coming on when the car is stopped or at the light and turns off when it's running mechanic says it's an oil pressure switch which is a common problem with this car. I read a lot of complaints about this but Hyundai is not doing anything.
Passenger seat caught fire while vehicle was parked in attached garage and self-extinguished. Insurance deemed vehicle total loss due to extent of damage.
The oil pressure light illuminates at low RPMs and turns off under a load or higher RPMs. In checking Hyundai Genesis forums, this is a common failure/fouling of the oil pressure switch. Oil level is fine; it is the switch that fails, giving the owner a false sense of low oil and potential catastrophic engine damage. Unfortunately, the engine design requires a very expensive disassembly of the eng...
Was told by mechanic their was a possibility for fire with the starter mechanism.
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.
Engine oil light comes on and turns back off. Car has 97,000 miles and has regular oil changes.
Steering becomes stuck in a curve and doesn't return to center. This creates a very dangerous condition when the steering "unsticks" and causes the car to veer from side to side. Condition is caused by a failure inside the electric power steering rack.
Dear NHTSA, I am filing this complaint to formally report a serious vehicle safety hazard and to express concern over how Hyundai/Genesis has handled it. My 2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 AWD experienced a n engine compartment fire originating from the starter motor, which subsequently melted the engine wiring harness and surrounding components. This fire could have easily caused serious injury or death...
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that upon arriving to his destination and attempting to retrieve his child from the vehicle, the driver's side rear door failed to open. No warning lights were illuminated. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified...
After car was taken to dealership to fix recalls on the drive home the car lost steering mid turn directly after fuses which were part of the recall started clicking then car completely shut off in the middle of the road
Oil Pressure Light comes on when car is up to temp and idling. Took to dealership on 2/5 and they believe it is the sensor and quoted $1500.00 to replace it.
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.
The car's auto hold brakes locked by themselves and could not be released.
The oil pressure sensor is causing a oil light. This is a known issue on these cars and engines due to a faulty sesnsor. There even is a recall in Korea for the same cars; however, there is not one in the US.
Purchased this car from a Hyundai dealer and immediately after multiple times the steering has stuck in place while making a left hand turn, not allowing the car to come out of the turn. Also does it slightly while driving on highway straight, but not as forcefully as when in a turn. Very dangerous and Hyundai nor the Hyundai dealer We purchased it from will even take a call from me over it. No...
When headlights are in auto mode, use of the turn signal can result in the headlights flickering or shutting off completely. This is not the result of hitting the light mode switch but rather an electrical short occurring in the stalk. The problem is particularly dangerous at night when signaling for an upcoming turn and loss of all vehicle lighting occurs. The problem has not been reproduced by ...
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the oil warning light was illuminated. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated before gaining forward momentum. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent and occurred while slowing traffic or a traffic signal. The oil warning light was occasion...
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with an electrical short. The mechanic replaced the starter. Additionally, the mechanic informed the contact that the vehicle was covered under a recall and referred the contact to...
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) 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 contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instr...
Showing 20 of 89 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
Opened 2023-11-17
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. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando....
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2016 Hyundai Genesis
Has the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS been recalled?
Yes, the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS have?
The 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS has 89 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 3 involved crashes. 4 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS?
The 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS involve electrical system (11 complaints), engine (9 complaints), exterior lighting (7 complaints). Other affected components include steering, power train, electrical system,exterior lighting.
How many crash reports does the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS have?
There are 3 crash reports associated with the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS out of 89 total complaints (3.4% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS have?
There are 3 fire reports for the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS out of 89 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS.
How many injuries are reported for the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS?
4 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 89 complaints, 3 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS?
The components with the most failures on the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (11 complaints), 2. ENGINE (9 complaints), 3. EXTERIOR LIGHTING (7 complaints), 4. STEERING (4 complaints), 5. POWER TRAIN (4 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 11 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS?
Be aware of potential electrical and mechanical issues, especially with the starter solenoid and service brakes. Regular maintenance is crucial. The 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS has 89 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS?
The 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS receives a reliability score of 89/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 89 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 6 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Starter Solenoid and Service Brakes.
What are the known issues with the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS?
Known issues with the 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS include: Starter Solenoid, Service Brakes, Oil Pressure Sensor, Air Bag Warning Light. These are based on patterns found across 89 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis?
Yes, there are recalls for issues with the starter solenoid and service brakes.
What is the most common issue reported?
Issues with the starter solenoid and oil pressure sensor are the most common.
Is there a risk of fire with the 2016 Hyundai Genesis?
Yes, there have been reports of a fire in the passenger seat, but it self-extinguished.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential electrical and mechanical issues, especially with the starter solenoid and service brakes. Regular maintenance is crucial.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2016 Hyundai Genesis
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The data includes 89 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 3 reported crashes, 3 fire incidents, 4 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16