Model year guide

2009 Hyundai Sonata

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Hyundai Sonata is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 303 on record.

2009 Hyundai Sonata — representative photo
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2009 Hyundai Sonata at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints460
Combined24 mpg
Typical price$5,644

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2009 Hyundai Sonata recalls 2

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #13V113000 · 01/04/2013

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2…

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.

Suspension:rear NHTSA Campaign #13V354000 · 12/08/2013

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Sonata vehicles manufactured March 1, 2005, through January 21, 2010; and model year 2006-2011 Azera vehicles manufactured September 27, 2005, through November 22, 2010 originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio…

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the crossmember assembly. The recall began on October 8, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Care Center at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall number is 113.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2009 Hyundai Sonata common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 460 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2009 Hyundai Sonata safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2009 Hyundai Sonata 4-DR w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2009 Hyundai Sonata MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,567

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2009 Hyundai Sonata worth?

Low
$3,000
Typical price
$5,644
High
$8,400

From 300 comparable 2009 Hyundai Sonata listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Hyundai Sonata costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,835
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,950
Total$16,785
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($5,644) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,705), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Hyundai Sonata trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · SE V6 · Limited · GLS PZEV · GLS V6 · SE
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 175 hp · 3.3L

2009 Hyundai Sonata vehicles on record

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2009 Hyundai Sonata — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Hyundai Sonata have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2009 Hyundai Sonata. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Hyundai Sonata?

Based on 460 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, steering.

What is the 2009 Hyundai Sonata safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2009 Hyundai Sonata crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2009 Hyundai Sonata get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Hyundai Sonata at about 24 mpg combined (21 city / 31 highway).

How much is a 2009 Hyundai Sonata worth?

Comparable 2009 Hyundai Sonata listings run roughly $3,000–$8,400, typically around $5,644 (from 300 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.