2016 Hyundai Genesis electrical system problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2016 Hyundai Genesis — 30% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in a nearby parking lot, upon returning, there was heavy black smoke coming from under the front passenger’s side seat. Upon further inspection, the contact burned his right hand while attempting to check for…”
filed Jun 25, 2026
“Oil light appears when at a stop and goes off when accelerating. was told by mechanic this is a sensor problem common to my vehicle.”
filed Jan 17, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in…Campaign 24V107000 · Feb 13, 2024
Related service bulletins
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon's communication network. If you are…
25-01-024H EM · Service Campaign · issued Apr 7, 2025Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure…
25-01-024H TSB · Service Campaign · issued Mar 18, 2025
Electrical System problems in other Genesis years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Genesis | 110 | 38% |
| 2014 Genesis | 4 | 18% |
| 2013 Genesis | 17 | 13% |
| 2012 Genesis | 49 | 19% |
| 2011 Genesis | 19 | 16% |
| 2010 Genesis | 14 | 16% |
| 2009 Genesis | 28 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Hyundai Genesis
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.