The Genesis G80 spans 2017–2026 with 31 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2018, 2017, 2019 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2020, 2024, 2025. It delivers up to 26 mpg combined and 5-star NHTSA safety.
Is the Genesis G80 a good car?
Short answer: yes — this one scores near the top of what we track. Our score for the Genesis G80 is 4.5 out of 5, built from NHTSA crash-test results, how often it gets recalled and what owners actually complain about — not from reviews.
The complaint that comes up most is the electrical system — 58 of the 217 reports owners filed with NHTSA. If you're choosing a year, 2020, 2024, 2025 score best in our data, and 2018, 2017 worst.
This page describes the model. It can't tell you whether that car has an open recall, a rolled-back odometer or a branded title — for that, run its number through our free VIN check.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Genesis G80 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2017 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Genesis G80 VIN — every digit explained
Every Genesis G80 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Genesis and the country it was built in (real Genesis codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this G80.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- —7HN
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. Our VIN lookup reads every position for you — engine code, model year, assembly plant and country of build.
How many recalls does the Genesis G80 have?
The Genesis G80 has 31 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2017–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2026 Genesis G80 recalls 1
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2025-2026 G80, GV80, 2026 G80 "Electrified," GV60, GV70 "Electrified" and GV70 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or fuel gauge, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. Owners are advised to disable the high definition (HD) radio feature until the recall remedy has been performed. The audio video navigation software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or inspected and updated by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 031G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 17, 2026.
2025 Genesis G80 recalls 2
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2025-2026 G80, GV80, 2026 G80 "Electrified," GV60, GV70 "Electrified" and GV70 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or fuel gauge, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. Owners are advised to disable the high definition (HD) radio feature until the recall remedy has been performed. The audio video navigation software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or inspected and updated by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 031G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 17, 2026.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
2024 Genesis G80 recalls 2
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2023-2024 G80, GV80, 2025 GV70 and 2023-2025 GV70 "Electrified" vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel display software, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 026G.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
2023 Genesis G80 recalls 4
Seat Belts:front
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Fix. Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 012G. This recall supersedes and expands recall number 21V-796. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, GV80, G80, and G90 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 022G. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-630.
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2023-2024 G80, GV80, 2025 GV70 and 2023-2025 GV70 "Electrified" vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel display software, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 026G.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
2022 Genesis G80 recalls 4
Seat Belts:front
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Fix. Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 012G. This recall supersedes and expands recall number 21V-796. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Genesis G80, GV80, and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 016G.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, GV80, G80, and G90 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 022G. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-630.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
2021 Genesis G80 recalls 4
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Genesis G80 and GV80 vehicles equipped with 2.5-litre turbo engines. The fuel tube connecting the high pressure fuel pump to the fuel rail may not seal properly, which could allow fuel to leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 008G.
Seat Belts:front
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Fix. Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 012G. This recall supersedes and expands recall number 21V-796. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Genesis G80, GV80, and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 016G.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
2020 Genesis G80 recalls 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
Risk. An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Genesis G80, 2017-2022 G90, and 2019-2022 G70 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak oil.
Risk. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 019G. This recall expands and replaces recall number 19V-538. Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-538 will need to have the new remedy completed.
2019 Genesis G80 recalls 3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
Risk. An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.
Electrical System:starter Assembly:solenoid
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Genesis G80, 2017-2022 G90, and 2019-2022 G70 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak oil.
Risk. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 019G. This recall expands and replaces recall number 19V-538. Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-538 will need to have the new remedy completed.
2018 Genesis G80 recalls 6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
Risk. An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Genesis G80 and 2017-2018 Genesis G90 vehicles equipped with 3.3 liter turbocharged engines. The turbocharger oil supply pipe may have a loose seal, causing oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold.
Risk. Oil leaking onto the exhaust manifold increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 003G.
Visibility:windshield
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Genesis G80 and Genesis G90 vehicles. The windshield and rear window on these vehicles may have been installed with incorrect primer, potentially reducing the glass bonding strength.
Risk. If the glass bonding strength is reduced over time, the windshield and rear window may detach while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear glass, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 001G.
Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly detect that an adult is in the passenger seat, even if the seat is unoccupied. In the event of a crash, if a child or infant is in the seat, the front passenger air bag may deploy instead of being deactivated.
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag deploys instead of being deactivated when a child or infant are in the front passenger seat, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the OCS, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 002G.
Electrical System:starter Assembly:solenoid
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Genesis G80, 2017-2022 G90, and 2019-2022 G70 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak oil.
Risk. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 019G. This recall expands and replaces recall number 19V-538. Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-538 will need to have the new remedy completed.
2017 Genesis G80 recalls 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
Risk. An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.
Electrical System:starter Assembly:solenoid
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
Best and worst years for the Genesis G80
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 10 tracked years, the worst years are 2018, 2017, 2019 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2020, 2024, 2025.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 G80 | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2018 G80 | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2019 G80 | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2020 G80 | — | Best | |
| 2021 G80 | Service Brakes | Average | |
| 2022 G80 | Power Train | Average | |
| 2023 G80 | Fuel System | Average | |
| 2024 G80 | Lane Departure | Best | |
| 2025 G80 | Vehicle Speed Control | Best | |
| 2026 G80 | Service Brakes | Average |
What are the most common Genesis G80 problems?
The most-reported Genesis G80 problems are Seats (2 reports), Tires (9 reports) and Diesel (1 reports) — out of 217 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Genesis G80 specifications & dimensions
The 2023 Genesis G80 measures 196″ long on a 119″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 4,295 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Genesis G80 window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 196″ | 76″ | 58″ | 119″ | 4,295 lb |
| 2017–2020 | 196″ | 75″ | 58″ | 119″ | 4,295 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Genesis G80 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the G80 holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 108 cu ft of passenger volume and 15 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Genesis G80 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Genesis G80 get?
The Genesis G80 returns up to 26 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $2,950/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2027 Genesis G80 (3.5L 6-cyl) gets 18 mpg combined and costs about $4,300/yr to fuel, emitting 483 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 3/10) — about $10,500 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 G80 | 16 | 24 | $4,300 | 483 | — | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2026 G80 | 15 | 24 | $4,300 | 485 | — | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2025 G80 | 16 | 24 | $4,050 | 474 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2024 G80 | 17 | 25 | $4,050 | 460 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2023 G80 | 16 | 25 | $4,050 | 465 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2022 G80 | 17 | 26 | $3,850 | 439 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2021 G80 | 19 | 27 | $3,500 | 410 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2020 G80 | 18 | 26 | $2,950 | 423 | 5/10 | 3.8L 6-cyl | |
| 2019 G80 | 18 | 26 | $2,950 | 423 | 5/10 | 3.8L 6-cyl | |
| 2018 G80 | 19 | 27 | $2,850 | 414 | 5/10 | 3.8L 6-cyl | |
| 2017 G80 | 18 | 28 | $2,850 | 411 | 6/10 | 3.8L 6-cyl |
The 2020 Genesis G80 (5L 8-cyl) gets 19 mpg combined and costs about $4,050/yr to fuel, emitting 474 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 3/10, smog 5/10) — about $9,250 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 G80 | 16 | 24 | $4,050 | 474 | 5/10 | 5L 8-cyl | |
| 2019 G80 | 16 | 24 | $4,050 | 474 | 5/10 | 5L 8-cyl | |
| 2018 G80 | 16 | 24 | $4,050 | 474 | 5/10 | 5L 8-cyl | |
| 2017 G80 | 15 | 23 | $4,300 | 502 | 6/10 | 5L 8-cyl |
The 2027 Genesis G80 (2.5L 4-cyl) gets 23 mpg combined and costs about $3,350/yr to fuel, emitting 380 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 5/10) — about $5,750 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 G80 | 20 | 29 | $3,350 | 380 | — | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2026 G80 | 20 | 29 | $3,350 | 382 | — | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2025 G80 | 20 | 29 | $3,200 | 377 | 6/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2024 G80 | 22 | 30 | $3,100 | 361 | 5/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2023 G80 | 22 | 32 | $2,950 | 346 | 5/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2022 G80 | 23 | 32 | $2,950 | 345 | 5/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2021 G80 | 23 | 32 | $2,950 | 345 | 5/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the G80 stacks up against the most fuel-efficient sedans, or calculate this G80's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Genesis G80 have? Power & range
The Genesis G80 is offered with 3 powertrains — 3.5L 6-cyl, 5L 8-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.5L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | AWD | Premium |
| V8 | 5.0L · 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | RWD | Premium |
| 4-cyl | 2.5L · 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | AWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
How much does a Genesis G80 cost to own?
A used Genesis G80 sells for a median of about $39,999 for a 2021 — most listed between $26,000 and $39,999, from 37 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 G80 | $26,000–$39,999 | 3 | |
| 2018 G80 | $12,900–$19,300 | 25 | |
| 2017 G80 | $9,650–$18,250 | 9 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a G80 is worth today, or browse used-market prices for sedans.
A Genesis G80 tends to depreciate faster than average. A typical example keeps roughly 37% of its value after five years — losing about 63% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 75% | $22,500 | −$7,500 |
| Year 2 | 63% | $18,900 | −$11,100 |
| Year 3 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 4 | 44% | $13,200 | −$16,800 |
| Year 5 | 37% | $11,100 | −$18,900 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this G80 loses about 63% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $14,750 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the G80 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Genesis G80 to insure?
A Genesis G80 costs about $1,559 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 8% above the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (108, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the G80's HLDI loss index. See Genesis insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Genesis G80 safe?
The Genesis G80 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:
| Year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2025 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2024 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2023 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2022 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2021 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2020 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2019 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2018 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2017 G80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.
Want the safest pick? Compare crash-test scores across the safest cars.
Tired of ads? Go Pro.
- Zero ads — clean, fast pages
- Exact mileage-adjusted car values
- Full research reports + PDF
- Market charts & price-drop alerts
- …and much more
How many miles does a Genesis G80 last?
A well-maintained Genesis G80 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Genesis G80’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this G80’s VIN free →All Genesis G80 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Genesis G80 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 G80 | 1 recall | ★★★★★ | |
| 2025 G80 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2024 G80 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2023 G80 | 4 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2022 G80 | 4 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2021 G80 | 4 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2020 G80 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2019 G80 | 4 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2018 G80 | 6 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2017 G80 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the G80?
By owner-complaint volume, 2018, 2017, 2019 drew the most reports. 2020, 2024, 2025 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the G80 have?
31 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2017–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Genesis recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the G80 get?
Up to 26 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
Is the G80 safe?
The G80 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.
How many miles does a G80 last?
A well-maintained G80 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the G80 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the G80 is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Genesis G80 warranty?
New Genesis models carry a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 10 years / 100,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Genesis dealer.
Where is the Genesis G80 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your G80's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Genesis may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the G80 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.