2013 Hyundai Genesis sedan (BH) is experiencing the intermittent soft brake pedal and reduced braking pressure that matches the TSB 22-BR-001H for the HECU on 2009-2012 Genesis sedans. I took it to the local dealership but their mechanic said they could not recreate the condition. The ABS and ESC lights have both come on at times but I was told there are no stored codes. The tech noted that the…
2013 hyundai Genesis brakes problems
severe 42 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450
Complaints
42
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$450
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failu…
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated while driving 50-60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond and remained on the floorboard. The contact also stated that the vehicle was making abnormal sounds. The contact continued to depress the brake pedal for 30 seconds until the vehicle stopped. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact veered to the sid…
On multiple occasions, occurring more and more frequently, my 2013 Genesis R-Spec sedan has experienced brake pedal fade issues. The brakes work fine one minute and the next the pedal will go almost to the floor before slowing the vehicle down. The car has approximately 150K miles and is still in great shape. Brakes have been serviced, checked, and inspected by a reputable mechanic. No leaks or ot…
BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN WHEN BRAKING. MASTER CYLINDER FAILURE. MILEAGE ON VEHICLE 33,678.
ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL GO NEARLY TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT STOPPING THE CAR CAUSING A PANIC AND AGGRESSIVE BRAKING BEFORE NEARLY GETTING INTO AN ACCIDENT. WE HAVE TO PUMP THE PEDAL TO MAKE THEM WORK. THIS HAPPENED AT ANY SPEED AT RANDOM TIMES. THE BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN INSPECTED AND STILL HAVE PLENTY OF PAD LEFT. CAR HAS 125K MOSTLY HIGHWAY MILES. MULTIPLE MECHANIC ADVICE AND ON LINE…
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the parking brake and several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the rear brakes were faulty, and an unknown sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that after leaving the independent me…
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2013 hyundai Genesis?
It's a meaningful issue. 42 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes 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 brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
Some links on this page are affiliate links.