Genesis (2009)
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Complaints by Engine Code
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Hyundai Genesis, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2009 Hyundai Genesis
On a used 2009 Hyundai Genesis, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the brakes (124), the electrical system (36) and the exterior lighting (24). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-12. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
- On an empty road, brake firmly from 40 mph with a light grip on the wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 124 owner complaints on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis about the brakes.
- Switch on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 36 owner complaints on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis about the electrical system.
- Check every exterior light, the wipers, the washers, the mirrors and the glass.Safety. NHTSA has 24 owner complaints on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis about the exterior lighting.
- Turn the wheel from lock to lock while parked, then drive straight on a level road with a light grip.Safety. NHTSA has 21 owner complaints on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis about the steering.
- Start the engine cold and listen for the first 30 seconds, then again at idle once it is warm.Costly repair. NHTSA has 15 owner complaints on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis about the engine.
Recalls (3)
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, 2010. Due to a circuit failure, the stop lamps in the affected vehicles may not illuminate.
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
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, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2009-2009 Hyundai Genesis complaints?
Owners have filed 234 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009-2009 Hyundai Genesis. The systems they name most often are the brakes, the electrical system and the exterior.
Is the 2009-2009 Hyundai Genesis a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 234 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009-2009 Hyundai Genesis. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2009-2009 Hyundai Genesis have?
NHTSA has 234 owner complaints on file for the 2009-2009 Hyundai Genesis as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2009-2009 Hyundai Genesis?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls covering some 2009-2009 Hyundai Genesis vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.
What should I check before buying a used Hyundai Genesis?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the brakes, the electrical system and the exterior, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
Does the Genesis have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2009 Hyundai Genesis. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 234 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-10-12.