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2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 Genesis Coupe.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a two-door model that pairs an 8-speed automatic transmission with EPA fuel economy ratings of 16 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined. Reliability data for this model year shows 7 total owner complaints and 2 recalls on record, with the fuel/propulsion system being the top complaint area. For researchers, these figures position the 2016 as a relatively low-complaint year within the Genesis Coupe’s history, though attention to fuel system durability is warranted.

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Quick specs

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

EPA fuel economy16/25/19 mpgEPA · 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 / turnHEADOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/45R18; REAR: P245/45R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5-J; REAR: 8.0-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter213533C500
Battery371102M640

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.3 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height54.7 in
Wheelbase111 in
Curb weight3589 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 25 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 · DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 25.3-32.5 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10.0-11.0
Brake FluidDOT 3 · DOT 4
Clutch FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Engine CoolantEthylene-Glycol
Engine Coolant Capacity9.5 qt
Engine CoolantEthylene-Glycol

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts53.0-56.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.3-32.5 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs15.0-17.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.56-0.68 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance5950-8050 ohms
Spark Plug ManufacturerHyundai
Spark Plug Gap.039 - .043 in
Spark Plug Torque11-18 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing7 degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance10 degrees

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.20-1.34 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.56-5.58 oz
Standard BCI Group Number124R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance600 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)84 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)69.6-75.4 psi
Engine Compression164 - 185 psi /-Max Variation 15 psi
Intake Valve Lash0.0067-0.0009 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.0105-0.0130 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront or rear: 16-23 / 16-23
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 58-; Rear: 65-
ABS Sensor Torque6.6 / NS
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Variation from Parallelism Thickness VariationW/o Brembo Brakes:
Maximum Rotor Runout.0013
Maximum Drum DiameterFront: NA; Rear: NS

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
148.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 84-108 inch lbs.48 in
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
120.0-23.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 68.0-72.020–23 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Inner bolts36 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 every 7,500 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.

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 Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Clutch Master Cylinder (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 miDifferential (inspect fluid level)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
At 105,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

Federal data indicates a sharp downward trend in reported issues across this generation, dropping from 156 complaints and 5 recalls in 2010 to just 7 complaints and 2 recalls for the 2016 target year. Technical Service Bulletins also halved from 81 to 38, placing the 2016 model at the mature, refined end of the generation's production arc where early bugs have largely been resolved. The 2016 model's seven complaints are widely dispersed across the fuel/propulsion system, tires, air bags, and electrical/exterior lighting, with no single area exceeding one complaint and no specified root cause in the data. Furthermore, the target year saw only one crash-related complaint and zero fire complaints. Given this dramatic reduction in federal reports compared to the generation's debut, the 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe represents a highly favorable and low-risk year to buy.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
38
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
7
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 7 complaints on record, top 7 components.

Fuel/Propulsion System1
Tires1
Air Bags1
Electrical System,Exterior Lighting1
Structure1
Electrical System1
Power Train1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

16V722000Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant ClassificationReported 07/10/2016

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, to June 11, 2016. The electrical harness connector for the front passenger seat Occupant… Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will secure the OCS connector to prevent it from disconnecting, free of charge. Parts are not currently available and a second letter will…

20V248000Air Bags:FrontalReported 04/05/2020

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles. The mounting bolts securing the driver-side frontal air bag may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing the air bag to… Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting bolts and retighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 38 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
24-AT-002H2024-04-09Power TrainThis TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and replace, if necessary, an automatic…
24-FL-001G2024-02-02Fuel System, DieselThis bulletin outlines the basic components of the BG Fuel Test Kit and the procedure to…
23-01-014H-42023-04-13Electrical SystemHyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign…
23-01-034H2023-04-12StructureIn some areas, a vehicle’s underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a…
23-01-034H2023-04-12StructureIn certain areas, a vehicle’s underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road-salt usage…

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

Does the 2016 Genesis Coupe have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Genesis Coupe get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined mpg.