Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Hyundai azera. While driving 55 MPH to approach the interstate, the contact noticed that the vehicle would not accelerate; the speed decreased and would not move faster than 20 MPH, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the throttle position sensor was replaced under warranty. The manufacturer had not been notified. The failure mileage was approximately…
2009 Hyundai Azera cruise control problems
moderate 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600 · see cruise control across all vehicles →
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$600
When does it fail?
Of the 5 cruise control complaints filed for the 2009 Hyundai Azera, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA cruise control complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 15 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Hyundai azera. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a sudden increase in engine rpms and lunged forward abnormally, although the brakes were engaged. The contact mentioned that the only way he could stop the vehicle was by shifting to park and turning the ignition off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the problem. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Hyundai azera. The contact was braking from 5 MPH and approaching a stop when the vehicle abnormally accelerated. The contact was able to stop the vehicle by abruptly applying the brakes. The dealer diagnose was unable to duplicate the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 45,050 and the current mileage was 46,085.
My daughter was driving on highway at about 60 MPH with my wife and grandson when she lost accelerator function on her Hyundai azera (2009 model). I am very concerned that this is a safety hazard. Is this a common problem and what can be done that it does not occur again? The dealer stated that the throttle sensor failed and shutdown the system. I am still skeptical that the could have caused a…
Had cruise control trouble with your 2009 Hyundai Azera?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2009 Hyundai Azera?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $600 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Based on the 5 complaints filed, cruise control issues most often appear around 29,738 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2009/Hyundai/Azera.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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