Genesis, Hyundai Motor Group’s upscale brand, consists of several models of sedans, SUVs, and electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the U.S. Genesis vehicles are considered a less costly alternative to European equivalents. However, some recent models have been criticized as unreliable.
If you have a Genesis with a substantial defect covered by the manufacturer’s original warranty that has proven irreparable despite repeated attempts, California’s Lemon Law may be the answer to your problems. This law allows you to demand the manufacturer buy back a faulty vehicle – a lemon.
The Barry Law Firm of Los Angeles, California, can help you pursue a Lemon Law claim to seek the money you have spent on a defective Genesis motor vehicle. Our experienced attorneys have focused exclusively on helping car buyers in California pursue Lemon Law claims since 2010.
Call one of our Lemon Law lawyers today or reach out online for a FREE consultation. If your Genesis qualifies as a lemon under California law, our law firm will demand that the manufacturer return the hard-earned money you’ve spent on it.
Is Your Genesis a Lemon?
Under California law, a Genesis is considered a lemon if it has a significant issue that:
- Is covered under the manufacturer’s original warranty
- Impairs its use, value, or safety
- Cannot be repaired by the manufacturer or an authorized dealership after a reasonable number of attempts
What is a “reasonable” number of repair attempts under California’s Lemon Law? This can vary from case to case. But in general, the law gives manufacturers:
- Two or more attempts to fix a problem that poses a serious safety risk
- Three or more attempts to repair a less severe problem
In certain cases, your Genesis may automatically qualify as a lemon if it has been out of service for an inordinate amount of time.
You have the right to demand a refund of the money you have spent on a Genesis lemon vehicle. In a Lemon Law buyback, you are entitled to the purchase price of the car minus a usage fee for the miles you used the vehicle prior to the problem arising. You may also be owed a refund of your payments for sales or use taxes, license fees, registration fees, and other official fees, as well as repairs, towing, alternative transportation, and other incidental costs. California’s Lemon Law requires the manufacturer to pay your attorneys’ fees if your claim is successful.
Issues You May Face with Genesis Models
Published reports and consumer complaints about Genesis vehicle problems have centered on:
- Engine failure
- Transmission problems
- Powertrain issues
- Electrical system malfunctions
- Failures of the forward collision warning
- Faulty brakes
- Steering system failures
- Suspension problems
- Fuel leaks
- Loss of power
- Windshields cracking and sunroof issues
- Faulty rearview cameras
- Defective infotainment and radio systems
- Electric vehicle charging issues
Genesis has also issued several recalls, including recent safety notices for:
- The instrument panel’s failure to show critical safety information, such as speed or warning lights, on 32,594 2023-2024 Genesis G80 and GV80, 2025 GV70, and 2023-2025 GV70 “Electrified” vehicles
- An unexpected transmission shift from Park to Neutral, which could cause the vehicle to roll away, in 15,645 2024 Genesis GV70 vehicles
- A sudden loss of drive power due to a faulty charging unit in certain 2023-2025 Genesis GV60, GV70 “Electrified,” and G80 “Electrified” vehicles
- A fuel pump failure in 31,440 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, GV80, G80, and G90 vehicles
If your Genesis is recalled or having issues, try to have your car repaired as soon as possible by contacting your local, authorized dealer. This starts the process of documenting your repair attempts and can build the foundation of a solid Genesis Lemon Law claim.
Genesis Models That Could Be Lemons
Any Genesis model could potentially be a defective vehicle. Manufacturing defects that lead to successful Lemon Law claims are not always found in a large number of vehicles or lead to recalls. A single significant defect after multiple unsuccessful repair attempts could make your Genesis a lemon.
Genesis Motor America sells the following models in the U.S.:
Sedans
- G70
- G80
- Electrified G80
- G90
SUVs
- GV60
- GV70
- Electrified GV70
- GV80
- GV80 Coupe
What to Do If You Think Your Genesis Is a Lemon
If you have tried repeatedly to have a significant problem with your Genesis SUV or sedan repaired without success, you should contact The Barry Law Firm in Los Angeles for help pursuing a Lemon Law claim.
To prepare for a Genesis Lemon Law claim, gather and compile documentation of your:
- Genesis purchase or lease
- Car loan
- Manufacturer’s warranty issued by Genesis Motor America
- Repair orders and invoices from attempts to have your Genesis repaired
- Correspondence with the Genesis dealership or Genesis Motor America
- Costs to register and license the vehicle
- Spending due to your vehicle’s failure, such as for towing or a rental car
As your Lemon Law attorneys, The Barry Law Firm will file your complaint and ensure that you proceed as California’s Lemon Law and your Genesis Motor America sales or lease contract and warranty require. We’re familiar with Hyundai lemons, including common Genesis defects, how their warranties are written, and their tactics to avoid paying out.
The Barry Law Firm will negotiate aggressively with representatives of Genesis for full compensation to you. Many California Lemon Law lawsuits can be settled, but some require going to trial. If necessary, we will take a persuasive case to court on your behalf.
Call The Barry Law Firm Today for More Advice on Your Genesis Lemon
The Barry Law Firm can handle your Lemon Law claim against Genesis Motor America from start to finish. Our experienced California Lemon Law attorneys have helped thousands of consumers just like you get justice from the manufacturers of motor vehicles that have turned out to be lemons. One happy client says: “You have helped my family not only from the financial burden of owning a problem vehicle, but you relieved me of all of the stress and sleepless nights of not knowing what to do next.”
Contact The Barry Law Firm in Los Angeles, CA, at 877-LEMON-03 or reach out online today for your FAST and FREE legal consultation. We will handle your case at no charge to you. When a consumer wins a Lemon Law claim in California, the manufacturer is required to pay the consumer’s attorneys’ fees. So you’ll never see a bill from us – no matter the outcome of your case. Call us now to free yourself from that lemon!
