2009 Hyundai Genesis vs 2009 Hyundai Sonata
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 | 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2009 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 234 | 460 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 74 | 61 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 22–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 64,000 mi | 68,783 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Genesis | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 110 | 64 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 61 |
| Engine | 13 | 56 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 8 | 51 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 34 |
| Power Train | 10 | 41 |
| Steering | 21 | 26 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 31 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 33 | 11 |
| Stalling | 14 | 36 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 26 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 24 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 9 |
2009 Hyundai Genesis
2009 Hyundai Sonata
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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.