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2010 Hyundai Genesis

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 Genesis.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 2010 Hyundai Genesis is a passenger car whose engine takes 5.5 quarts of 5W-20 or 5W-30 API oil, placing it among the earlier years of a complaint history that spans 2008 through 2018. With 156 total owner complaints and five recalls, the 2010 model year occupies a middle-to-lower tier of the Genesis reliability record—well beneath the 2015 peak of 305 complaints but far above the single complaint logged for the 2008 launch year. The top complaint area is service brakes, meaning that while this model year is not the most troublesome in the lineup's history, researchers should focus particular attention on braking system integrity when evaluating this vehicle.

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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 49 · 740 CCA battery. 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 49 · 740 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225-55R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Battery371103M200
Cabin air filter087903M000A

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

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Genesis of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.4–7.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.40 sec — 2010 3.8 Track Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20103.8 Track Coupe 3.8L V65.40 sec14.20 sec306 hpRWD
20103.8 Track Coupe 3.8L V65.50 sec14.20 sec306 hpRWD
20103.8 Track Coupe 3.8L V65.50 sec14.00 sec306 hpRWD
20103.8 Track Coupe 3.8L V65.50 sec14.20 sec306 hpRWD
20103.8 Track Coupe 3.8L V65.60 sec14.20 sec306 hpRWD
20103.8 Grand Touring Coupe 3.8L V65.70 sec14.10 sec306 hpRWD
20103.8 Track Coupe 3.8L V65.70 sec14.30 sec306 hpRWD
20103.8 Track Coupe 3.8L V65.70 sec14.40 sec306 hpRWD

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 firing order is 1-2-7-8-4-5-6-3.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.6
Automatic Transmission FluidShell M1374.1
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3 Pints
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs7-9 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs10-11 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts209-224 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts290-296 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts56 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts79 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts29-32 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts36-40 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65-80 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub145-203 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-7-8-4-5-6-3
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
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance.56-.68 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance5950-8050 ohms

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.37-1.48 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.73-5.40 oz
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance740 cca
Standard BCI Group Number49

Service checks

Pressure Test14-18 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature179 °F
Pressure Test14-18 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature179 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)54.0-56.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)55.0 psi

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle65-76 ft-lbs / 58-72 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket16-23 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0004 in / 0.0002 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0013 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.1 in / 0.79 in / 0.511 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.1 in / 0.79 in / 0.511 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
114 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9014 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
116-19 ft. lbs., Step 2: 98-10216–19 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1a-h3–4 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
14-6 ft. lbs., step 2: 15-204–6 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 every 100,000 mi; coolant at 60,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 60,000 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 Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miAir Conditioning System (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Disc Brake Caliper (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 37,500 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 60,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
Every 100,000 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.

The 2010 Hyundai Genesis sits within a generation characterized by volatile federal records, marked by significant spikes in complaints and recalls in 2009, 2012, and 2015. Compared to the 2009 model year's 234 complaints and 3 recalls, the 2010 model year saw a decrease to 156 complaints but an increase to 5 recalls, preceding a further slight dip to 144 complaints in 2011. For the 2010 model specifically, the primary complaint areas are Service Brakes (26), Power Train (14), and Air Bags (10), with 14 associated crash complaints and zero fire complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes of these failures. Falling at the onset of the generation's high-activity arc, the 2010 model's elevated recall count and persistent brake and powertrain complaints suggest it did not fully resolve the issues introduced in 2009. Consequently, the 2010 Genesis is a conditional purchase; it represents a slight improvement over the 2009 model's high complaint volume, but prospective buyers must verify that all five recalls are addressed and specifically inspect the braking and powertrain systems.

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
81
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
156
Owner complaints
14 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 156 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Service Brakes26
Power Train14
Air Bags10
Unknown Or Other10
Vehicle Speed Control9
Exterior Lighting8
Engine6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic6

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

14V713000Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:SwitchReported 07/11/2014

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai Equus vehicles manufactured July 31, 2010, to November 21… Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the stop lamp switch circuit, free of charge. Hyundai issued an interim notification to owners on January 6, 2015. The recall…

13V113000Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:SwitchReported 01/04/2013

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz… Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 81 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-AT-002H2024-04-09Power TrainThis TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and replace, if necessary, an automatic…
24-BD-001H2024-02-14VisibilityThis bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade…

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 2010 Genesis take?

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

Does the 2010 Genesis have open recalls?

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