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2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe — representative photo
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2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints7
Combined19 mpg

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2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe recalls 2

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification NHTSA Campaign #16V722000 · 07/10/2016

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, to June 11, 2016. The electrical harness connector for the front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may dislodge when the seat is moved.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will secure the OCS connector to prevent it from disconnecting, free of charge. Parts are not currently available and a second letter will be sent to owners when parts are available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's …

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #20V248000 · 04/05/2020

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles. The mounting bolts securing the driver-side frontal air bag may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing the air bag to detach from the steering wheel.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting bolts and retighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 192.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,000

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,000
Fuel only$20,000
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS, JSL, TAX · GL
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vehicles on record

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Other Hyundai Genesis Coupe model years

2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, tires.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.