Red Flag for Electrical on Used 2015 38L Ultimate AWD??

[jcline]

I am looking to buy my first Genesis, used, and have a particular car I have my eye on, BUT . . .

A little concerned about some items on the CARFAX.

Bought new (not leased) in March of this year.

A couple of entries in the Carfax history showing "Body Electrical System Checked"

Each of these "Body Electrical System Checked" entries is listed by itself
(i.e., not on same date as oil change or other routine maintenance)

One at about 4,200 miles (2 months after purchase),
a second at about 15,000 miles (7 months after purchase).

Was traded in a month later.

Frankly I'm a little wary, but I'd like to get some feedback from Genesis owners:
Does this sound like a Major Red Flag, or a minor / routine maintenance item?


Thanks!!

 

[zeez]

I don't think Carfax gives enough data. If it's possible for you to go to a Hyundai dealership go ask the service reps to look up the VIN for you. They should be able to see all the entries for previous work done on Hyundai vehicles though the information is not voluminous. It's possible that their information may be better than what Carfax has (or the wording may be different).

People on this forum have reported batteries draining overnight, headlights that act up, windows that act up etc.

 

[jcline]

Went by a Hyundai dealership, the service manager said he could only pull service records by VIN if I was the owner of the vehicle, but he did give me a similar list of "possible" issues.
My gut is telling me to wait for one without the red flags, so I think I will keep looking.

Thanks for the feedback.

I don't think Carfax gives enough data. If it's possible for you to go to a Hyundai dealership go ask the service reps to look up the VIN for you. They should be able to see all the entries for previous work done on Hyundai vehicles though the information is not voluminous. It's possible that their information may be better than what Carfax has (or the wording may be different).

People on this forum have reported batteries draining overnight, headlights that act up, windows that act up etc.

 

[Comp1]

I think you are right to let this one go. I don't know too many people that get out of cars that quickly without a good reason. Maybe nothing but let it be someone else's headache.

 

[Jim Karns]

Hey... Just my .02
Mine has hit 3800 miles and apparently the "Gremlins" are hatching... I couldn't tell you what to do .... I'm having electrical issues to the point that the car is going to the dealer and I'm not picking it up until they're ironed out. If they can't fix them -I will unload the car...... Way too much money for a car to have issues. I believe the quote "BUYER BE WARE" comes to mind

 

[jsmit86]

I am looking to buy my first Genesis, used, and have a particular car I have my eye on, BUT . . .

A little concerned about some items on the CARFAX.

Bought new (not leased) in March of this year.

A couple of entries in the Carfax history showing "Body Electrical System Checked"

Each of these "Body Electrical System Checked" entries is listed by itself
(i.e., not on same date as oil change or other routine maintenance)

One at about 4,200 miles (2 months after purchase),
a second at about 15,000 miles (7 months after purchase).

Was traded in a month later.

Frankly I'm a little wary, but I'd like to get some feedback from Genesis owners:
Does this sound like a Major Red Flag, or a minor / routine maintenance item?


Thanks!!

I'd pass on that car. Why take a chance? On the other hand, don't be too concerned that electrical issues are widespread. You will see some reports here, but that's to be expected on any car. I've had my radio/nav replaced, but no other electrical issues. I think you'll find that most of the Forum members will agree, despite a few reports.