The most-reported G80 run is KMHGN4JE7JU (2018 builds) with 9 complaints, 3.9× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 27% of reports; 2017 is the worst model year at 4 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for G80 model years 2017–2026.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Genesis G80 has 92 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 16% of every G80 complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KMHGN4JE7JU•••••• | 2018 | 5 | — | |
| KMHGN4JE3HU•••••• | 2017 | 1 | — | |
| KMHGN4JE8HU•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JE5HU•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JE9HU•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JE2HU•••••• | 2017 | 1 | — | |
| KMHGN4JE6HU•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JE1JU•••••• | 2018 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JE2JU•••••• | 2018 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JF5HU•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JB1JU•••••• | 2018 | — | — | |
| KMHGN4JB8JU•••••• | 2018 | — | — |
Each of the other 80 G80 runs has 5 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 48 G80 VINs so far, most often 2019, 2023, 2018 builds; 3 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Genesis G80 the gap between build years is 3.3×: a 2017 car draws 4 complaints per run, a 2019 one 1.2.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | 5 | 2 | |
| 2025 | 3 | 3 | — | |
| 2023 | 9 | 8 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 | — | |
| 2021 | 8 | 5 | — | |
| 2019 | 26 | 21 | 2 | |
| 2018 | 92 | 27 | 8 | |
| 2017 | 64 | 16 | 3 |
Heaviest year here is 2017 at 4 complaints per run; lightest is 2022 at 1. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 27% of everything Genesis G80 owners report: Electrical System, 60 of 216 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | — | |
| Engine | — | 1 | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | 5 | — | |
| Steering | 4 | — | |
| Power Train | 1 | — | |
| Wheels | 1 | — | |
| Air Bags | 9 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 13 recall campaigns on the Genesis G80; the 6 below cover build years 2017 to 2026. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 26V229000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 2021–2025 |
| 21V160000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2017–2020 |
| 23V094000 | Seat Belts:front | 2021–2023 |
| 24V191000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger | 2018–2020 |
| 24V107000 | Electrical System:starter Assembly:solenoid | 2017–2019 |
| 26V019000 | Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel | 2025–2026 |
26V229000 was opened in 2026 on cars built from 2021: 5 years on the road before the recall.
The G80 against its rivals
The G80 draws 2.3 complaints per production run; the Chrysler 300 4.1, the Porsche Panamera 1.4 and the Tesla Model S 5.5.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis G80 | 216 | 92 | 7.4% | |
| Chrysler 300 | 4,583 | 1,115 | 5% | |
| Porsche Panamera | 103 | 75 | 4.9% | |
| Tesla Model S | 1,139 | 206 | 8.6% |
How serious were they
Of the 216 reports on the Genesis G80, 7.4% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Genesis G80 | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 216 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 16 (7.4%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (0.5%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 13 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Genesis G80 share of that is 216 complaints over 92 runs, 0.02% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Genesis G80 VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 216 NHTSA complaints from 92 G80 runs and 13 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which G80 production run has the most complaints?
KMHGN4JE7JU, a 2018 build, with 9 complaints, 5 of them after a crash. The typical G80 run has 2.3.
Which G80 years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2017 is heaviest at 4 complaints per run and 2022 lightest at 1.
Does the G80 get more complaints than the Chrysler 300?
No: 2.3 complaints per production run for the G80 against 4.1 for the Chrysler 300.
How many G80 complaints involve a crash?
7.4% of 216 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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