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2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2012 Genesis Coupe.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a passenger car that requires 5.5 quarts of oil and uses 5W-20 or 5W-30 API viscosity. Over its lifetime, it accumulated 269 owner complaints, with the engine as the most frequently reported issue, and was subject to five recalls. This record means that engine condition and recall completion are essential areas to verify when evaluating this model year.

Model year2016201520142013201220112010

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque65-80 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 124R · 600 CCA battery, OE oil filter 213533C500. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 124R · 600 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified
Tire sizeP245-45R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter213533C500
Battery371102M540 alt 371102M640
Thermostat2550025001

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.3 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height54.3 in
Wheelbase111 in
Curb weight3303 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.5 qt of 5W-20 / 5W-30 API engine oil, 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 65-80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.3-32.5 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidHyundai SP-IV
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3 Pints
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil5W-20 · 5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts209-224 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts86-94 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts56 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts14-20 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts36-40 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts29-32 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.3-32.5 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs12-19 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65-80 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub145-188 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)100 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)600 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)100 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load)600 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load)100 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.16-1.27 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.04-3.75 oz
Standard BCI Group Number124R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance600 cca
Standard BCI Group Number124R

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)55.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)69.6-75.4 psi

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH BREMBO BRAKES / WITH O BREMBO BRAKES
Torque to Knuckle65-76 ft-lbs / 58-72 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket16-23 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH O BREMBO BRAKES
Torque Caliper to Bracket16-23 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle58-72 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
1M6 Bolts8–9 ft. lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
14.3 ft. lbs., Step 2: 8.74.3 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
113-16 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9013–16 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118-20 ft. lbs., Step 2: 10218–20 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Do not allow oil on cylinder head bolts. Apply Loctite 5900H or equivalent on the front edge of the cylinder head gasket. Both the upside and the down side. Assembly of the cylinder head must be completed within five minutes of applying the liquid gasket compound.

124.0-27.0 ft. lbs.24–27 ft. lbs
290 degrees-95 degrees90 degrees
390 degrees-95 degrees90 degrees
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1a-h3–4 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 23 ft. lbs., Step 3: 120-12511 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 3,000 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 3,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 4,800 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Fuel Tank (add fluid conditioner) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Vacuum Line (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Evaporative Canister Filter (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect)
Every 37,500 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
At 105,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Based on the federal record data, 2012 falls between the years with available data points—2010 and 2016—and sits within a generation-wide trend of declining complaints and recalls. The 2010 data shows 156 complaints, 5 recalls, and 1 investigation, while 2016 shows dramatically reduced numbers at 7 complaints, 2 recalls, and zero investigations, indicating sustained quality improvements across the model's lifecycle. The 2012 Genesis Coupe's top complaint areas were Engine (36 complaints) and Service Brakes, Hydraulic (33 complaints), followed by Power Train (20 complaints), with 8 crash-related complaints and 1 fire-related complaint recorded for that model year. Without the complete year-by-year data for 2012 itself, the exact placement of this model year within the declining trend cannot be precisely determined, but the data suggests 2012 likely experienced fewer issues than the 2010 cohort while maintaining higher complaint volumes than the 2016 model. The specific brake and engine complaint concentrations in 2012 warrant particular attention during pre-purchase inspection. **Concrete takeaway:** The trend data suggests this generation improved over time, making later-model years in the generation preferable, but if considering a 2012, prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking and engine systems given those were the documented complaint focal points for that year.

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
112
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
269
Owner complaints
8 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 269 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine36
Service Brakes, Hydraulic33
Unknown Or Other23
Power Train20
Service Brakes17
Exterior Lighting17
Electrical System15
Electrical System,Engine7

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

16V117000Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:MotorReported 29/02/2016

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The… Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer…

13V489000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:FluidReported 29/10/2013

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the Hydraulic… Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 112 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
DTN DL2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of…
DTN DCS2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety…
25-BD-012H TSB2025-11-05Exterior LightingThis bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated…
24-01-009H-12024-05-10Electrical SystemA class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (“HMA”) that had alleged that certain…
24-01-009H-12024-05-09Electrical SystemA class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (“HMA”) that had alleged that certain…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2012 Genesis Coupe take?

5.5 qt of 5W-20 OR 5W-30 API SM, per the factory manual.

Does the 2012 Genesis Coupe have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.