2009 Hyundai Genesis vs 2009 Toyota Avalon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2009 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 234 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 74 | 285 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,000 mi | 49,920 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Genesis | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 110 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 24 | 25 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 11 |
| Steering | 21 | 18 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 18 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 4 |
| Engine | 13 | 2 |
| Power Train | 10 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 33 | 0 |
| Stalling | 14 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
2009 Hyundai Genesis
2009 Toyota Avalon
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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.