2009 Hyundai Genesis Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 125about this part
- Share
- 53%of 235 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,700miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 125 complaints about the brakes of the 2009 Hyundai Genesis, 53% of the 235 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,700 miles. 7 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving about 5 miles from my home my brake pedal became soft and went all the way to the floor. I've had the car for over a year this is the second time this had happened.this all happened while the car was in motion.the part in question is called the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu).Hyundai's recall no. Is 114.”
NHTSA complaint #10937737, filed 2016-12, 78,000 miles“The brakes became spongy, increased travel, and lost stopping power. I had to press the pedal all the way to the floor to avoid an accident. I have had the brake fluid replaced, but suspect that this is due to corrosion that already occurred from the faulty brake fluid and ABS module. I would appreciate any assistance in convincing Hyundai of this.”
NHTSA complaint #10569231, filed 2014-03, 76,000 miles“I missed my right hand turn that I usually make to exit my community, so I stopped and put the vehicle in reverse using the backup camera as a guide. I noticed that I was getting too close to the sidewalk curbing and I noticed a large tree not to far from the curbing, so I turned my body around to my right side to get a visual look. …”
NHTSA complaint #10622186, filed 2014-08, 34,264 miles“Brought my car in to address a recall on the brakes. 10 days after they flushed my brake fluid I noticed I had to push down hard on the brake pedal for the car to stop. I brought the car in and they said the master cylinder needs to be replaced at my cost. I have two young children and I'm extremely concerned about the safety of this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10551817, filed 2013-11, 89,000 miles“My wife and I have both experienced the same problem. While in motion and have had to come to a stop the brake pedal bottoms out and have had to pump the pedal to bring the car toa stop. Took the car to the dealership; nothing was determined to be the problem. This has occurred several times.”
NHTSA complaint #10853903, filed 2016-04, 32,451 milesRelated recalls
- 14V713000Nov 7, 2014Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai…Covers: Hyundai Genesis 2009–2011, Equus 2011
- 13V489000Oct 29, 2013Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid…Covers: Hyundai Genesis 2009–2012
- 13V113000Apr 1, 2013Hyundai 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…Covers: Hyundai Genesis 2009–2011, Tucson 2006–2011, Santa FE 2007–2011 +9 more
Related service bulletins
- 10213727May 9, 2022The warranty coverage for the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) for certain 2009-12 Genesis (BH) and 2011-12 Equus (VI) vehicles for repairs and replacement has been…
- 10213723May 9, 2022The warranty coverage for the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) for certain Genesis (BH) and Equus (VI) vehicles for repairs and replacement has been extended to 15 years…
- 10208866Feb 3, 2022The brake fluid specifications labeled on the master cylinder reservoir cap and in the vehicle ownerâs manual require revision to indicate DOT 4 brake fluid only. This bulletin…
- 10190038Mar 23, 2021This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
- 10183963Nov 30, 2020This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
- 10060572Feb 11, 2014Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10060974Oct 22, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10052145May 1, 2013Hyundai: on certain vehicles, the brake fluid needs replacing and information procedure has been provided. Models 2010-2012 vi equus, 2008-2012 bh genesis. *pe updated 9/20/13.
- 10062389Mar 5, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 2009 Hyundai Genesis
29 complaintsExterior lighting
24 complaintsOther or unknown
22 complaintsSteering
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
16 complaintsEngine
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsElectronic stability control
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSeats
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Hyundai Genesis
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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