2009 Hyundai Azera vs 2009 Hyundai Genesis
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 Azera | 2009 Hyundai Genesis |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 26 | 234 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 39 | 74 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 47,669 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Azera | Hyundai Genesis |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 3 | 110 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 28 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 24 |
| Steering | 1 | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 16 |
| Engine | 6 | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 18 |
| Power Train | 1 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 33 |
| Stalling | 0 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2009 Hyundai Azera
2009 Hyundai Genesis
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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.