In the summer of 2024, Hyundai released a recall alert for 12,612 Hyundai Genesis Coupe models with a manual transmission. The recall covered vehicles from model years between 2010 and 2013. The subject of the recall was a fault causing the cars to move unexpectedly upon startup.

Ignition Lock Switch Failure

According to Hyundai’s description of the fault, an ignition lock switch spring is the culprit. If the return spring is fractured, it could force the ignition lock switch to remain continually ON. This means the vehicle could start without the clutch pedal being depressed. The sudden movement upon startup could cause the vehicle to crash into something. For example, if you were parked directly in front of another car and your affected Hyundai lurched forward, striking the car.

Unfortunately, there are no warning signs that the spring is fractured or broken, which means you’ll need to find out if your Hyundai Genesis Coupe is affected. A dealer auto repair shop can fix the problem by replacing the ignition lock switch. According to law, you won’t be charged for recall repairs at a dealership.

It’s not uncommon for vehicles to be recalled. Sometimes there are several recalls for one model. Automakers try to get in touch with every affected owner, but it may not always succeed, which leads to people driving recalled cars. You can use a recall tool online to find out if your car is affected.

More Information On the Recall

The recall was submitted on July 25, 2024, and states that 1% of 2010-2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe models are affected. The production dates listed are between December 19, 2008, and April 9, 2012. If you have one of these vehicles, checking the production date of your vehicle is one way to see if you potentially have a model with the defect.

The defect is described as a faulty return spring that can fracture due to stress from the switch interacting with the clutch pedal bracket. This causes the ignition lock switch to stay in the ON position, which means it could start without depressing the clutch pedal. If the driver starts the vehicle in gear without the parking brake set or the clutch depressed, the vehicle could suddenly move.

As mentioned above, there are many ways where sudden vehicle movement could pose a safety risk. The return spring will not show any symptoms of being damaged before this happens.

Recall Remedy

If you own one of the affected models, you should receive instructions via first-class mail on how to bring your car to a dealer auto repair shop to get the ignition lock switch replaced. As mentioned above, you won’t be charged for the replacement, even if your car is no longer under warranty. Not only that, but Hyundai will provide compensation to owners of the affected vehicle if they incur any expenses out of pocket to get the item replaced.

When you take your vehicle in, the original switch will be swapped out for a new switch with a strong spring. Improvement of the spring was implemented by the part supplier in 2012.