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2015 Ford C-Max vs 2015 Hyundai Genesis

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.

Metric2015 Ford C-Max2015 Hyundai Genesis
NHTSA complaints48289
Recall campaigns66
Service bulletins (TSBs)88116
Investigations21
Crash reports910
Fire reports03
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)3918–22
Median reported incident mileage42,500 mi34,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord C-MaxHyundai Genesis
Electrical System9110
Exterior Lighting143
Engine241
Steering629
Power Train922
Structure220
Service Brakes313
Air Bags59

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling015
Vibration / shaking011
Won’t start08
Check engine light08
Hesitation / surging07
Electrical failures07
Overheating06

Compare all Ford C-Max vs Hyundai Genesis 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.