2012 Hyundai Genesis vs 2012 Volkswagen Eos
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | 2012 Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 259 | 94 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 99 | 972 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 59,451 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Genesis | Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 68 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 64 |
| Electrical System | 49 | 6 |
| Power Train | 39 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 24 | 1 |
| Steering | 15 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 55 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 17 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
2012 Hyundai Genesis
2012 Volkswagen Eos
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.