TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HYUNDAI GENESIS. WHILE PARKED ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH THE ENGINE TURNED OFF, HE EXITED THE VEHICLE. UNEXPECTEDLY, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS IN THE PARKING LOT. THE FRONT PASSENGER WAS ABLE ENTER THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT TO TURN THE ENGINE ON AND PLACE THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO 'PARK". THERE WERE NO INJURIES OR DAMAGES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. …
2009 Hyundai Genesis powertrain problems
moderate 9 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL* 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 DUPLIC…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2009 Hyundai Genesis?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 9 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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