10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
21,332 miles

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2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe engine problems

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2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Owner Comments

problem #18

Jun 012024

Genesis Coupe

  • miles

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

Engine knocking. Sounds like rod thrown and bushings shot. Happened out of nowhere. Was driving 20mph and it just started banging. Doesn-??t matter the speed. Feels incredibly unsafe. Seems like a similar issue to the engine recall Hyundai did for other models/years with Theta engines. There are several similar reports of engine failure from others with the same car found online. Hyundai says I need a new(used) engine for $10k

- Pearl River , NY, USA

problem #17

Apr 262024

Genesis Coupe 4-cyl

  • miles
Was driving home from work, turned at intersection and car just died while in motion/traffic. No check engine line, no low oil indicator, no overheat, no warning whatsoever. Was able to coast to adjacent intersection and police officer helped push off to side. Tried to restart but engine just wouldn-??t turn over. Electrical fine, dashboard lit up. Towed it to my mechanic and he suspected either alternator or intercooler hose failure. But when he checked it out, nothing, inexplicably could not get engine to crank. I-??ve religiously babied this car with AMS Oil Full Synthetic - Signature Series SAE 5W-30 every 7.5k-8k miles, premium gas, regularly maintained. Though I am at high mileage (121,873 mi), I honestly expected longer life for the engine. I just got no warning whatsoever. The contact stated the vehicle has exceeded 100k mi warranty by 20k, and wondering what further actions can be taken to get Hyundai to investigate a possible warranty or even partially warranty for repairs.

- Orlando, FL, USA

problem #16

Apr 192024

Genesis Coupe

  • miles
My car caught on fire after going to Hyundai and being told -??the only thing you have to worry about is your breaks locking up. My car was parked in the driveway and caught on fire from the engine bay.

- Ocoee, FL, USA

problem #15

Apr 302024

Genesis Coupe

  • miles

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

My 2013 Hyundai Genesis coupe with the 2.0L Theta II engine that was part of a recall from hyundai for other vehicles engine crapped out. It's the same issue from the same years as the other ThetaII recall, but because my car is a different model I am not covered in the class action lawsuit. Cars should not stop working at 64K miles and car companies should not skirt their responsibility when other engines of the same type have failed.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

problem #14

Jan 012024

Genesis Coupe

  • 117,928 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact stated while driving on the interstate at approximately 40 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle shut off. The contact stated that the parking brake was activated to stop the vehicle on the shoulder of the interstate. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed. The contact stated that the dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 117,928.

- New Orleans, LA, USA

problem #13

Oct 032023

Genesis Coupe

  • 114,884 miles
the abs light stays on no matter what ive tried resetting it and everything and it wont work, the electrical system in the car sometimes doesnt work properly this regarding the headlights and interior buttons, the transmission on the car since i have bought it has a really dangerous kick back on it in the transmission jolts the car really hard to the point its dangerous to drive on dry and rainy days because the tires will lose traction and i will have to get the traction back under control due to the kick back in this transmsion problem it has caused the engine to give out also.

- Northridge, CA, USA

problem #12

Jul 042023

Genesis Coupe

  • miles

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

My Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T has a Theta II engine and is experiencing premature engine failure due to connector rod bearings. The Theta II engine is found in Elantras, Sonatas, Velosters, and other cars from the same time period and these cars are eligible for an engine replacement due to a recall. Is it possible for the Genesis Coupe 2.0T to also receive this recall as its engine has the same problem?

- Aurora, OH, USA

problem #11

Jun 112023

Genesis Coupe

  • miles
My car was robbed. It was robbed because the door lock was broken into, and the ignition was started with a USB cord (the "Kia Boys" tiktok challenge). When my car was recovered the engine was also damaged, necessitating deep engine repairs that I could not afford. My insurance hasn't agreed to cover it despite Comprehensive coverage.

- Oakland, CA, USA

problem #10

Jun 042023

Genesis Coupe

  • miles
Each time service was required my car had suddenly stopped running without any acceleration. The start engine button would not work. Each time car was towed to Serra Hyundai. At no time, was there any mentioning of needing a new engine or engine replacement. The service dates: 01/05/2023, 01/14/2023, and 04/14/2023. My last non acceleration occurred on night of June 4, 2023. It could have been tragic. I was accelerating to get on freeway heard a loud noise like something fell from up under car then vehicle just stopped and would not accelerate leaving me stranded and cars having to go around me. This could have been a terrible accident. I had car towed to Serra Hyundai. The services being quoted to me is a new engine with estimated cost $7900. I cannot afford that amount and I-??m now without a car. However because I have kept maintenance program up on my car the service department submitted PA101761. Unfortunately, it was declined because warranty has expired. In more research, there has been a recall on 2013-2015 Genesis Coupe for the Powertrain, Engine and Suspension. Therefore, Hyundai is fully aware there is an engine issue. The National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA) has 149 complaints with the same engine powertrain issues. NHTSA ID# 11435981 dated October 8, 2021 had the exact same issues with vehicle and experience(s) as myself. Hyundai has issued a recall. Recall 135, NHTSA Campaign # 15V756000 and Technical Service Bulletin(TSA)#15-01-054. In my opinion, everything described in this recall and every issue I have is outlined in this campaign. I-??m being told my car VIN was not included. There have been several complaints over the years for same issue this cannot be coincidental. A recall should be issued for automatic 2013-15 Genesis Coupe to include my Vin#. Most vehicles are at or approaching 10 years and warranty expired. I currently can-??t afford new car and on fixed income, or $7900 new engine on 180,000 mile car.

- Leeds, AL, USA

problem #9

Dec 272022

Genesis Coupe

  • 61,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway and turned off, her daughter noticed big flames of fire coming from underneath the front driver's side of the vehicle at approximately 4:00 AM. The contact stated that the fire then extended to the middle of the front end of the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the fire had damaged her daughter's vehicle as it was parked next to hers. The contact was able to extinguish the fire with the assistance of the fire department. A fire department report was filed. The contact was unsure whether a police report was filed. There were no injuries sustained. The vehicle remained in the contact's driveway. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

- Fort Myers, FL, USA

problem #8

Dec 112021

Genesis Coupe

  • miles

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

Last December, 12/11/2021, my son and I traveled from Pittsburgh PA to Columbus Ohio so he could buy a used car from a dealer. It was a 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. We spent a few hours at the dealership, I co-signed for him, and he drove back the Hyundai while I drove my own car. Nothing was disclosed to us that we would have questioned. After a few weeks or so of driving the car, a mechanic looked at his car and told us it had been modified. I asked someone who had the same car/year/model and he confirmed this. This modification is significant, in the drive train/engine/under the hood/exhaust rather than something visual, on the outside of the car. It not only sounds far too loud as compared to the exact same year/model but drives differently. The mechanic pointed out the modifications under the hood and told us it should have been obvious to the dealer. I even googled photos of what stock engines look like and mine is definitely different. So, my son never registered the car in PA, as he wasn't sure what to do with it. He drove it for a few months for roughly 5000 miles as he had no other forms of transportation. He's been using my car instead. We can't pay for a car that just sits. It-??s still registered with the dealer. The car has just been sitting because we're not sure how safe it is. One of the modifications that wasn't disclosed was a performance kind of muffler/exhaust. It is so loud that the driver can't hear sirens and horns. Also, we didn't know who installed these items. The driver could be exposed to dangerous fumes. We tried working with the dealer to no avail. At this point, we'd just like to return the car and get our money back that we paid the bank.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA

problem #7

Aug 212022

Genesis Coupe

  • miles
My engine failed as I was coming off a highway off ramp. When it failed I briefly lost all control because the belt stopped and I had no power to steer nor. Able to shift from 5th to 6th gear. Since I was just coming off the ramp I was able to pull over safely since there was light traffic at the time. If there was any more traffic when this happened it would have caused me to not be able to control my vehicle and possibly cause a extreme accident. Once pulled over I was barely able to drive up to the exit to fully get off the highway to avoid getting hit. Once parked out of traffic, I called my insurance company to get my car towed. The engine had a extremely loud knock on the bottom half of the engine as well as noise from the top end. The issue that caused this was confirmed by an Independent service center was caused related to the TSB's Hyundai put out themselves. This exact engine has been recalled for many other model vehicles, but the Genesis Coupe was never included. When talking to Hyundai service centers they want me to pay to tow my car in, pay to have it inspected all for them to diagnose the issue & cause. Then to tell me once done this engine still is not covered in any recall. My insurance is still processing my claim for my roadside service at this time. There was absolutely no warning at all, nor any symptom of any kind. Vehicle had been serviced by Hyundai and the one time at an Independent service center, while new tires was being put on, had an oil change with using Hyundai recommended oil & Hyundai filter. The only warning was at that time it failed the lights came on my dash. The cause for this simplified to lower engine failure.

- Columbus, OH, USA

problem #6

Aug 022022

Genesis Coupe

  • miles
The engine consumed oil and prematurely wore out the rod bearings. This is an issue that has already been settled in a class action lawsuit. The only issue is my car isn-??t included in the lawsuit even though it is classified as the same motor that prematurely fails.

- Shawnee, KS, USA

problem #5

Jun 062022

Genesis Coupe

  • miles
2013 Hyundai genesis 2dr 3.8 connecting rod bearing failure on live traffic with no lights or warnings still, car at dealer. Reviewed previous Hyundai recalls for this engine component that caused fires and Hyundai denied warranty claim.

- Farmingville, NY, USA

problem #4

Jan 222020

Genesis Coupe

  • 90,000 miles
Vehicle was in motion as I was traveling on a highway vehicle immediate powered down, shut off and started to smoke and when I attempted to start vehicle up it started to spark.. I have noticed Hyundai has had many recalls on their engines and they are aware

- Baker, LA, USA

problem #3

Nov 042020

Genesis Coupe

  • miles
Transmission failed after putting in gear it makes a thump every time I put into reverse and drive this is my second transmission from Hyundai

- Austin, TX, USA

problem #2

Apr 012020

Genesis Coupe

  • 106 miles
While driving on the streets my car started feeling different it would jump gears and get stuck.I will come to stop or signal lights or pull over to the side on busy streets and freeways.shut off my vehicle than restart it again.sometimes it would help and most of the time it wouldn't.I had a fire last year a small box under my hood had caught on fire I reported it to my insurance. Electric box that got on fire. While I was driving my passenger tire came off I had went through 3 tires in one day the bolts keep getting lose.I just recently purchased a new transmission and now my mechanic told me my engine is no good.what do I do I purchase this used vehicle March 23 2019. And just started having problems all since April 2020

- Riverside, CA, USA

problem #1

Jan 122020

Genesis Coupe

  • 60 miles
I recently had taken my vehicle to get serviced for an oil change. 2 weeks later I'm driving and my oil warning light comes on and then my steering wheel locks up and the engine just goes out. I have never had any mechanical problems with this vehicle.

- Baton Rouge, LA, USA

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