2011 Hyundai Genesis vs 2011 Nissan Altima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | 2011 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 121 | 241 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 131 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 21–33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,212 mi | 74,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Genesis | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 68 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 31 |
| Engine | 14 | 36 |
| Structure | 3 | 27 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 8 |
| Steering | 10 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 9 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
2011 Hyundai Genesis
2011 Nissan Altima
Compare all Hyundai Genesis vs Nissan Altima years →
Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.