2011 Hyundai Genesis Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 29about this part
- Share
- 24%of 122 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 73,700miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 29 complaints about the brakes of the 2011 Hyundai Genesis, 24% of the 122 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 73,700 miles. 5 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My car at 58000 miles whenever I brake on slippery surface where ABS is activated my brake pedal goes nearly down to floor. And continuous for days going down nearly to floor on normal braking before brake pedal comes back up to normal level again. This has happened now every time ABS is activated. Dealer wants nearly $3000. To replace the ABS.”
NHTSA complaint #11298945, filed 2020-01, 58,000 miles“My brake pedal is going all the way down to the floor it used to do it every once in a while but now it is a constant thing. The car does stop but it feels really mushy, I took the car to the dealership and was told that it was a master brake cylinder, however after reading online a lot off people have the same issue and replacing the master cylinder isn't the problem”
NHTSA complaint #11230440, filed 2019-07, 78,000 miles“I purchased my used pre-certified Hyundai Genesis 20 11 car in february 2014 and shortly thereafter I found that my brakes which originally were firm would go down to the floor or nearly to the floor within 6 months I did some research on the car and found that in 2013 Hyundai corporation issued a recall on the ABS system do 2 corrosive brake fluid that was could potentially corrode the ABS system and 2013 the brake fluid was replaced on my car prior to my purchase. …”
NHTSA complaint #11165624, filed 2019-01, 97,000 miles“Tuesday february 2, 2016 I was driving on olympic blvd approximately 35 pmh. As I attempted to turn right on the round about to the avenue of the stars I was unable to brake. I floored the brake pedal and the brakes were unresponsive. I attempted to brake again but by that time it was too late. My car hit and drove onto the curb where it remained unable to move until aaa arrived. I broke both left wheels and the axel along with other serious damage to the front of my vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10852083, filed 2016-03, 78,000 miles“My 2011 Hyundai Genesis is experiencing braking failure. I have almost had accidents due to my car's inability to come to a stop in a reasonable time, especially when following vehicles that come to a sudden stop. The pedal depresses almost to the floor and is very spongy. The problem is intermittent but consistent. I researched the issue and found that there was a recall related to this issue, but for some reason, Hyundai excluded my VIN despite it falling within the manufacture period of Hyundai cars experiencing the issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11165403, filed 2019-01, 97,000 milesRelated recalls
- 14V713000Nov 7, 2014Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai…Covers: Hyundai Genesis 2009–2011, Equus 2011
- 13V489000Oct 29, 2013Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid…Covers: Hyundai Genesis 2009–2012
- 13V113000Apr 1, 2013Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011…Covers: Hyundai Genesis 2009–2011, Tucson 2006–2011, Santa FE 2007–2011 +9 more
Related service bulletins
- 10213727May 9, 2022The warranty coverage for the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) for certain 2009-12 Genesis (BH) and 2011-12 Equus (VI) vehicles for repairs and replacement has been…
- 10213723May 9, 2022The warranty coverage for the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) for certain Genesis (BH) and Equus (VI) vehicles for repairs and replacement has been extended to 15 years…
- 10208866Feb 3, 2022The brake fluid specifications labeled on the master cylinder reservoir cap and in the vehicle ownerâs manual require revision to indicate DOT 4 brake fluid only. This bulletin…
- 10190038Mar 23, 2021This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
- 10183963Nov 30, 2020This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
- 10060572Feb 11, 2014Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10060974Oct 22, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10052145May 1, 2013Hyundai: on certain vehicles, the brake fluid needs replacing and information procedure has been provided. Models 2010-2012 vi equus, 2008-2012 bh genesis. *pe updated 9/20/13.
- 10062389Mar 5, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 2011 Hyundai Genesis
26 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
16 complaintsEngine
14 complaintsExterior lighting
11 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Hyundai Genesis
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology