2015 turn signal burnout problem

[surprisinguy]

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[dfyffe]

I have had this ongoing and annoying problem with my 2015 Genesis since it was 6 months old. The dealer (North Charleston Hyundai) is clueless. This appears to be a systemic problem and I don't understand why Hyundai hasn't stepped up to fix it. If they're serious about the luxury market, this is a bad image issue. Owners shouldn't have to jump through hoops to install self-fixes for a design flaw that the manufacturer and dealer ignores. This is my second and last Genesis. While I like the Genesis better than equivalent Lexus/BMW/Infiniti models, enough is enough.

Contact HyundaiUSA, maybe if they get enough complain, they may do something.

 

[zape]

Hi,
What is the recommended LED replacement right now which is available and works without resistors?

 

[surprisinguy]

Sirius LEDs seem to work most consistently, though sometimes they dont and need resistors. Mine have always worked

 

[Andyj]

My 2015 passenger side DRL bulb just dimmed slightly after 1.5 years. Bought a pair of 2357A long life Sylvanias.

 

[The White Shadow]

Hi,
What is the recommended LED replacement right now which is available and works without resistors?

I used the Sirius LEDs and they have been working flawlessly for well over a year. No resistors were needed for me. I did a write up here detailing what I did, with pics...because without pics...it never happened. Lol

 

[dcrob95]

Hi,
What is the recommended LED replacement right now which is available and works without resistors?

I'm also happy with the Sirius led bulbs. I've been running them, plug and play, for over a year and about 25k miles. Unfortunately, it looks like the same exact bulbs may no longer be available. It shows unavailable on Amazon and I didn't see them on the sirius led website.

 

[The White Shadow]

I'm also happy with the Sirius led bulbs. I've been running them, plug and play, for over a year and about 25k miles. Unfortunately, it looks like the same exact bulbs may no longer be available. It shows unavailable on Amazon and I didn't see them on the sirius led website.

These are the exact ones I used, but they are a bit more expensive than the ones I bought from Amazon.

KG Series LED Exterior Light-1157 Amber

LED Chips: 2835 SMD Voltage: 12V-24V Full Aluminum Body Structure Non-Canbus, Some car require to add a load resistor to avoid hyper flashing Watts: 30W equivalent Beam Angle: 360 Degree Color Temperature: Amber Output: 1400 Lumen Total, 700 Lumen each Life Span: 50000 Hrs 1 Year Manufacture...

www.siriusledlights.com

 

[gator749]

There is another thread here somewhere, where the issue of the amber DRL/turn signal bulb burning out is an issue. Seems some folks have been chasing this problem, replacing the bulb multiple times. Just wanted to let you all know, it happened to me last week. I called the dealer, and they said it was a known issue. There is apparently something wrong with the wiring harness, which causes a short & the bulb burns out. They replaced the harness & bulb under warranty. I did ask if they could be pro-active and go ahead and replace the harness on the side that had not burned out. Was told, "no", the bulb would have to have burned out. But if it does, bring it back for the free fix. Sooooo, just FYI, if you're one of the folks having this happen, the next time it does, it's covered ( provided you're still under warranty ).

I just had the dealer replace the wiring harness after yet another bulb burnout. This has been an issue since the car was 6 months old and has continued. The dealer was unaware of the issue (?) and I suggested they look at this forum. Their reply was that they didn't have the time to bother reading about the issue.

The dealer assured me that Hyundai had approved the fix under warranty, but I would need to pay for it and be reimbursed. Hyundai agreed they had approved the warranty claim but since I paid the dealer they wouldn't cover it.

This is my second Genesis and I will never again buy any Hyundai product. I'm telling everyone I know they are incompetent and liars. A friend was about to buy a new G90 and she's now buying a BMW.

 

[cudaus1]

I just had the dealer replace the wiring harness after yet another bulb burnout. This has been an issue since the car was 6 months old and has continued. The dealer was unaware of the issue (?) and I suggested they look at this forum. Their reply was that they didn't have the time to bother reading about the issue.

The dealer assured me that Hyundai had approved the fix under warranty, but I would need to pay for it and be reimbursed. Hyundai agreed they had approved the warranty claim but since I paid the dealer they wouldn't cover it.

This is my second Genesis and I will never again buy any Hyundai product. I'm telling everyone I know they are incompetent and liars. A friend was about to buy a new G90 and she's now buying a

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[cudaus1]

As I said after buying my 2015, which I no longer own, there should have been a recall for safety reasons. I loved that car, but the electrical problems concerned me.

 

[carguy75]

As I said after buying my 2015, which I no longer own, there should have been a recall for safety reasons. I loved that car, but the electrical problems concerned me.

I agree that electrical issues is the 2015 Genesis Achilles Heel for sure. The power-train seems rock solid, but the electrical wiring could be better executed. So far the issues are easy enough for a novice electrician or knowledgeable DIY'er to repair.

 

[gator749]

I agree that electrical issues is the 2015 Genesis Achilles Heel for sure. The power-train seems rock solid, but the electrical wiring could be better executed. So far the issues are easy enough for a novice electrician or knowledgeable DIY'er to repair.

The fact that Genesis chooses to ignore the problem and force "novice electrician or knowledgeable DIY'er" to address the issues in their "luxury" vehicle is telling. Never again for me or anyone I know.

 

[Suburbazine]

The fact that Genesis chooses to ignore the problem and force "novice electrician or knowledgeable DIY'er" to address the issues in their "luxury" vehicle is telling. Never again for me or anyone I know.

You've clearly never had a Mercedes or Bentley then

If it's the whole being serviceable by a novice electrician or knowledgeable DIY'er that turns you off, you should definitely buy a Volkswagen/Audi AG vehicle. They make sure their electrical issues are well beyond the realm of master technicians.

 

[glennk]

The fact that Genesis chooses to ignore the problem and force "novice electrician or knowledgeable DIY'er" to address the issues in their "luxury" vehicle is telling. Never again for me or anyone I know.

This appeared to only be a problem for the first model year (2015). I've always been told never to buy the first model year of anything. I didn't, but I also got a really good deal. Either way, the fixes are minor enough (minus the trunk wiring harness) that I feel comfortable with an aftermarket mechanic to fix them.

 

[carguy75]

You've clearly never had a Mercedes or Bentley then

If it's the whole being serviceable by a novice electrician or knowledgeable DIY'er that turns you off, you should definitely buy a Volkswagen/Audi AG vehicle. They make sure their electrical issues are well beyond the realm of master technicians.

So true. Especially with the 1999-2003 Mercedes models. My old 2002 E55 had brake-switch issues, ac blower issues, instrument cluster issues,etc. It was my first car that I had to repair electrical parts on.

Before that car my only automotive electrical work was installing aftermarket radios and amps.

The Genesis is fairly easy to work on compared to some other cars I owned over the years. Hell, my old 2006 VW GLI DSG needed a slew of specialty tools and special software to do any real repair work.

 

[carguy75]

This appeared to only be a problem for the first model year (2015). I've always been told never to buy the first model year of anything. I didn't, but I also got a really good deal. Either way, the fixes are minor enough (minus the trunk wiring harness) that I feel comfortable with an aftermarket mechanic to fix them.

Never buy a first year model is a great rule to use when buying a car if you want to avoid headaches due to constant updates and TSB's to correct overlooked problems that will pop up.

The last year models before an refresh are the ones that are usually the most solid cars since most of the issues has been addressed over time.

 

[glennk]

Never buy a first year model is a great rule to use when buying a car if you want to avoid headaches due to constant updates and TSB's to correct overlooked problems that will pop up.

The last year models before an refresh are the ones that are usually the most solid cars since most of the issues has been addressed over time.

I really haven't had any problems with my '15 Genesis V8. The moonroof and ABS are the only real problems I can think of. ABS was fixed last week and I don't open the moonroof any more. Sure, there are squeaks here and there (behind the driver airbag, shades in the rear doors but thats about it. I change the oil/filter on a regular interval with synthetic, I lube up the joints, wash it every few weeks and have the car waxed quarterly, replace filters and that's about it. I've owned garbage (GM) in the past and will never make that mistake again.

 

[glennk]

So true. Especially with the 1999-2003 Mercedes models. My old 2002 E55 had brake-switch issues, ac blower issues, instrument cluster issues,etc. It was my first car that I had to repair electrical parts on.

Before that car my only automotive electrical work was installing aftermarket radios and amps.

The Genesis is fairly easy to work on compared to some other cars I owned over the years. Hell, my old 2006 VW GLI DSG needed a slew of specialty tools and special software to do any real repair work.

Almost bought an '05 E320 CDI with the troubled ABC system. Can't imagine what electrical problems I'd have faced.

 

[Suburbazine]

Almost bought an '05 E320 CDI with the troubled ABC system. Can't imagine what electrical problems I'd have faced.

All the insulation would be falling off your brown wires in the engine bay.