With 2 recalls and 234 complaints, the 2009 Hyundai Genesis rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

234

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

14V7130002014-07-11

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

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.

A following vehicle may not recognize that the vehicle is slowing or coming to a stop if the stop lamps on the vehicle do not illuminate as expected. There is an increased risk of a rear-end crash as a result.

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13V4890002013-29-10

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

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).

If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2009 Hyundai Genesis's biggest weak point? SERVICE BRAKES. It leads 234 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Service Brakes88

02Unknown Or Other16

03Service Brakes, Hydraulic12

04Exterior Lighting12

05Steering12

234 total across 1 model years (2009–2009)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Hyundai Genesis Fuel Economy

19–21mpg combined

17-18city

25-27hwy

$3,200-$4,300/yr

Fuel economy for the 2009 Hyundai Genesis ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined across 2 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

Genesis - Automatic 6-spd

21mpg

3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

18 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Genesis - Automatic 6-spd

19mpg

4.6L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2009 Hyundai Genesis

28States

29%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (11%), but the remaining listings are spread across 27 other states nationwide.

FLFlorida

2711%

TXTexas

2510%

GAGeorgia

239%

CACalifornia

218%

AZArizona

166%

NCNorth Carolina

156%

DCWashington DC

125%

PAPennsylvania

125%

NYNew York

104%

WAWashington

83%

COColorado

83%

DEDelaware

73%

ILIllinois

73%

MDMaryland

62%

NJNew Jersey

62%

OKOklahoma

62%

IN5

NV5

OH5

UT4

MN4

OR3

TN3

MI2

AL2

VA2

SC2

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2009.

2009 Hyundai Genesis: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2009 Hyundai Genesis a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis?

Yes, 2 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2009 Hyundai Genesis?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $263 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2009 Hyundai Genesis?

SERVICE BRAKES problems top the list with 234 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2009 compare to other Hyundai Genesis years?

Each Hyundai Genesis model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Hyundai Genesis overview page.