2015 Hyundai Genesis vs 2015 Hyundai Sonata
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Hyundai Genesis | 2015 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 289 | 1,132 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 116 | 250 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 47 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 26–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 34,000 mi | 58,076 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Genesis | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 41 | 614 |
| Electrical System | 110 | 166 |
| Power Train | 22 | 133 |
| Steering | 29 | 74 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 72 |
| Exterior Lighting | 43 | 38 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 72 |
| Structure | 20 | 52 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 171 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 79 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 152 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 65 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 89 |
2015 Hyundai Genesis
2015 Hyundai Sonata
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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.