2015 Hyundai Genesis

2015 Hyundai Genesis

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis is a midsize luxury sedan that comes standard with a 311-horsepower 3.8-liter V6 engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. A 420-horsepower 5.0-liter V8 engine mated to an eight-speed automatic is also offered. The Genesis is praised for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and stylish exterior. However, it has also received some criticism for its lack of driver engagement and high price.

Engine

• 3.8L V6
  • Timing Chain Guide Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The timing chain guide can fail, causing the timing chain to jump and potentially damaging the engine. Symptoms may include a rattling noise from the engine, loss of power, and a check engine light.
    • Solution: Replacement of the timing chain guide and timing chain
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $700 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA ID: 17V635
• 5.0L V8
  • No Issues Found

Transmission

• 8-Speed Automatic
  • Torque Converter Shudder
    • Description/Symptoms: The torque converter may shudder when the transmission is shifting, especially at low speeds.
    • Solution: Replacement of the torque converter
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA ID: 16V756
  • Transmission Fluid Leak
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission may leak fluid, causing a loss of performance and a check transmission light.
    • Solution: Replacement of the transmission pan gasket or other seals
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Suspension Noise
  • Description/Symptoms: The front suspension may make a clunking or rattling noise over bumps.
  • Solution: Replacement of the front strut mounts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $800+
    • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Discharge
  • Description/Symptoms: The battery may discharge quickly, causing the vehicle to not start.
  • Solution: Replacement of the battery or alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $800+
    • Recalls: None Found
• Electrical Short
  • Description/Symptoms: An electrical short may cause various electrical problems, such as the dashboard lights not working or the power windows not functioning.
  • Solution: Repair or replacement of the affected electrical component
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the issue
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight Condensation
  • Description/Symptoms: Condensation may build up inside the headlights, especially after a car wash.
  • Solution: Replacement of the headlights
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dash Panel Gap
  • Description/Symptoms: There may be a gap between the dash panel and the center console.
  • Solution: Replacement of the dash panel
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis is an overall reliable vehicle, but it is not without its issues. The most severe issues reported are the timing chain guide failure and torque converter shudder, both of which can be costly to fix. Other issues, such as the electrical shorts and interior dash panel gap, are less severe but can still be inconvenient.