2.7

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
54,884 miles

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problem #7

Jul 152018

Genesis

  • 109,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the road however, the vehicle failed to restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the ECM. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred five additional times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but was unable to provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 109,000.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #6

Aug 012018

Genesis

  • 51,000 miles
2009 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4D sedan with 55000 miles. Lately, my car dash will blink "P" which is a notification for transmission is on parked even the shifter is in a different mode. This happens randomly and I am worried hope don't lockup transmission during the high speed. I have recorded a video of this scenario if asked. Btw this happens in both in motion or in stationary mode.

- Farmers Branch, TX, USA

problem #5

Jun 232014

Genesis 6-cyl

  • 26,350 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Hyundai Genesis. While approaching a stop, the engine revved and the brake pedal depressed slightly. The contact placed the gear in neutral and was able to control the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (key Hyundai in jacksonville, fl, 904-642-6060), but the failure was not duplicated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and sent an investigator who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 26,350. Consumer stated there were never any crashes or injuries as I was able to maintain control by shifting into neutral. Updated 9/18/18

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #4

Oct 172015

Genesis

  • 70,060 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Hyundai Genesis. While driving approximately 75 mph, the brake pedal felt stiff and made an abnormal noise. The vehicle slowed down to 30 mph and would not increase when the accelerator pedal was depressed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact proceeded to pull over to the shoulder and called roadside service. The vehicle was turned off and restarted. The electronic stabilty control light iluminated and the vehicle resumed normal operation. The dealer stated that the brake rotors overheated. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 70,060.

- El Cahon, CA, USA

problem #3

Jun 072013

Genesis 6-cyl

  • 85,100 miles
While driving at 65 mph in 4 lane I-95 rush hour traffic, the check engine light and the ESC light both came on and the car would not accelerate. Pressing on the gas pedal had no effect. I turned on flashers and drifted my way through 3 lanes and pulled over and restarted the car. The check engine light came on but not the ESC light. The car ran a bit rough with the check engine light on. The exact same thing happened the next day. I took the car to the dealer, and they replaced the throttle position sensor. Based on owner reports at the Genesis owners web site, this has happened to many owners of 2009 V6 Hyundai Genesis. This is very dangerous, and the car should be recalled to fix this potential deadly situation. If I had been driving in the left lane of a highway, a serious accident with potential deaths could have happened. I had to pay 325 dollars to have this issue fixed since it has not been recalled. Please work with Hyundai to ensure this major safety issue is recalled urgently.

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA

problem #2

Mar 272013

Genesis 6-cyl

  • 26,640 miles
In stop & go traffic - transmission in D - with my foot on the brake, the car started to accelerate - drive wheels spun and screeched - put transmission in neutral - car seemed to return to normal.

- Fort Myers, FL, USA

problem #1

May 182011

Genesis

  • 16,037 miles
While driving at 65 mph, the check engine light and the ESC light both came on and the car would not accelerate. Pressing on the gas pedal had no effect. I pulled over and restarted the car. The check engine light came on but not the ESC light. The car ran a bit rough with the check engine light on. The exact same thing happened the next day. I took the car to the dealer, and they replaced the throttle position sensor. Based on owner reports at the Genesis owners web site, this has happened to many owners of 2009 V6 Hyundai Genesis. This is very dangerous, and the car should be recalled to fix this potential deadly situation. If I had been driving in the left lane of a highway, a serious accident with potential deaths could have happened.

- Atlanta, GA, USA