2009 Hyundai Genesis Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis, 47% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 70,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “brake fluid” (27% of reports).
- 110service brakes complaints
- 70,000median miles at failure
- 7mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $3,400typical repair cost reported by owners
- 24%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Brake fluid: mentioned in 30 of 110 complaints (27%)
- Pedal went: mentioned in 28 of 110 complaints (25%)
- Way floor: mentioned in 19 of 110 complaints (17%)
- ABS module: mentioned in 10 of 110 complaints (9%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes repair on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis at $3,400, and half of them between $3,400 and $4,200.
Based on 9 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2013–2014), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 103 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 110 complaints, 7 mention a crash.
Hyundai Genesis service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Genesis | 5 | 5% | 38,000 |
| 2015 Genesis | 13 | 4% | 10,569 |
| 2014 Genesis | 3 | 14% | — |
| 2013 Genesis | 20 | 16% | 32,089 |
| 2012 Genesis | 28 | 11% | 59,780 |
| 2011 Genesis | 15 | 12% | 73,400 |
| 2010 Genesis | 25 | 28% | 54,000 |
| 2009 Genesis | 110 | 47% | 70,000 |
| 2008 Genesis | 1 | 100% | 145,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic:fluid
Problem: 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).
Risk: If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. Hyundai will replace the factory brake fluid in those vehicles that have not previously had the factory brake fluid replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or by email at [email protected]. Hyundai's recall number is 114.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Passenger side, rear brake line rusted to the point where brakes failed one morning. Brake fluid leaking from rusted brake line. Lost braking pressure while driving. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes, independent shop Has the vehicle or…
My son was driving this car home from college mid-day on October 8. He had not driven the car for 10 days or so while at school and he did notice the brakes making an unusual sound that day he had never heard. While on the highway, there was a sudden stop ahead of him. When he pressed the brakes…
Spongy brake, pedal sink to the floor.
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2009 Hyundai Genesiss have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 110 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2009 Hyundai Genesis (47% of the 235 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis service brakes?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes problems start?
The median reported mileage is 70,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes problems on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis?
Owners report a typical cost of $3,400 (half paid between $3,400 and $4,200), from 9 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis?
The most frequent phrase is “brake fluid”, in 30 of 110 complaints, followed by “pedal went” (28).
See all 2009 Hyundai Genesis problems or service brakes problems across all Genesis years.