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2016 Hyundai Genesis Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2016 Hyundai Genesis has 8 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis

Electrical
24
Engine
13
Other
9
Powertrain
8
Brakes
7
Lights
7
Steering
6
Structure
4
Airbags
3
Speed Control
3

8

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Mar 1, 2026POWER TRAIN,SEAT BELTS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMMy 2016 Hyundai Genesis started flashing a code stating “Check PSB” only a week after buying the car...
Feb 5, 2025POWER TRAINOil Pressure Light comes on when car is up to temp and idling. Took to dealership on 2/5 and they be...
Oct 24, 2020POWER TRAINI WAS IN A TURN LANE WITH THE CAR RUNNING IN PARK. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, THE CAR WOULD NOT S...
Sep 3, 2020POWER TRAIN,ENGINEFLUTTERING/RATTLING NOISE OCCURS AROUND 25-30 MPH WHEN CRUISING.
Dec 5, 2018POWER TRAIN,ENGINEIF I DO NOT FILL THE AUTO WITH A PREMIUM BLEND GASOLINE THE CAR WILL INCONSISTENTLY OVER REV AND JER...
Nov 12, 2018POWER TRAINPROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY / DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY. RESULT: DEALER REPLACED UNDER FACTORY WARRANTY IN 2...
May 11, 2017POWER TRAIN,ENGINECHANGED LANES AT 30 TO 40 MPH IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA, REMOVED FOOT FROM GAS PEDAL, HEARD ENGINE REVVI...
May 2, 2017POWER TRAINTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE CONTACT WAS ...

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