2009 Hyundai Genesis steering problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Upon starting the vehicle, the steering wheel remains in upper position and interior position, similar to bus steering wheel. It cannot be moved with the electrical positioning button on the steering column and therefore is not safely drivable in this position. Major safety issue”
filed Sep 10, 2019
“Engine just shuts off while driving. It becomes difficult to steer and control. I was barely able to move to the side of the street and the car behind me almost ran into me because of my loss of power. There are no warning lights and the radio, etc. All stayed on during this event. I had to put the…”
filed May 29, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Genesis years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Genesis | 8 | 8% |
| 2015 Genesis | 29 | 10% |
| 2013 Genesis | 10 | 8% |
| 2012 Genesis | 15 | 6% |
| 2011 Genesis | 10 | 8% |
| 2010 Genesis | 3 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.