2015 Hyundai Genesis vs 2015 Kia Cadenza
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 | 2015 Hyundai Genesis | 2015 Kia Cadenza |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 289 | 48 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 116 | 96 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 34,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Genesis | Kia Cadenza |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 110 | 13 |
| Engine | 41 | 13 |
| Exterior Lighting | 43 | 4 |
| Steering | 29 | 3 |
| Structure | 20 | 3 |
| Power Train | 22 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 1 |
| Wheels | 12 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
2015 Hyundai Genesis
2015 Kia Cadenza
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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.