This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side of the wiper blade, which could lead to poor wiping performance and/or possible scratching of the windshield glass. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to properly remove the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all new wiper blades.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2012 Hyundai Genesis visibility problems
moderate Owners of the 2012 Hyundai Genesis have filed 6 NHTSA complaints about the visibility at roughly $350 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See visibility across all vehicles →
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$350
| Model year | visibility complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 Genesis | 5 |
| 2011 Genesis | 3 |
| 2012 Genesis (this page) | 6 |
| 2013 Genesis | 3 |
| 2015 Genesis | 6 |
When does it fail?
Of the 6 visibility complaints filed for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 5 model years of Hyundai Genesis in our records for visibility problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA visibility complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 8 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering visibility on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗"HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA IS ANNOUNCING A WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR ON THE SUBJECT VEHICLES TO 10 YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL DELIVERY OR THE DATE OF FIRST USE, OR 100,000 MILES, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY EITHER FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY OR STOP FUNCTIONING."
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Recall 140 2012 Genesis Sedan (BH) and 2011 2013 Equus (VI) Windshield Wiper Motor Cover Replacement
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH A COVER SEAL THAT COULD DEGRADE OVER TIME, EVENTUALLY CAUSING CORROSION ON THE WIPER MOTORS PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD. IF THE CORROSION PROGRESSES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR COULD EITHER FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY OR STOP FUNCTIONING. IF THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS BECOME INOPERATIVE DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Driving home in rain storm and wipers stop working. Took me 2 hours to get home after numerous stops. Did research and found out recall on that model but my car was 17 days outside of the date. I find it strange that same issue and my vehicle in not in recall.
This problem began occurring at around 60,000 miles. When either stationary or in motion, the windshield wipers would either not come on at all or would jerkily (is that a word?) make their way about halfway up the windshield and then freeze. Then at some random time, they would either jerk their way back to the parked position or continue jerking their way through the whole sweep and then back…
Had visibility trouble with your 2012 Hyundai Genesis?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2012 Hyundai Genesis?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 77,365 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2012/Hyundai/Genesis.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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