Model year record

2019 Genesis G80 recalls & problems

The 2019 Genesis G80 has 4 safety recalls and 27 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is unknown or other (8 complaints).

Recalls4safety recalls

Complaints27filed by owners

Crashes · fires2 · 0reported in complaints

NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars

2019 Genesis G80 in an NHTSA crash test — NHTSA crash test

3 recalls for this model year carry an NHTSA park outside advisory. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Safety recalls

SeatsOct 8, 2026

Front assembly › Power adjust

Recall 26V66400094,622 vehicles

NHTSA advisory: park outside and away from buildings until repaired (fire risk).

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis, and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The front power seat motors may overheat due to a stuck power seat control switch, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the repair has been performed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners of Hyundai vehicles may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Genesis owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai recall number for this recall is 308 and Genesis' recall number is 035G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 13, 2026.

Engine and engine coolingMar 8, 2024

Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger

Recall 24V19100028,439 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Electrical systemFeb 13, 2024

Starter assembly › Solenoid

Recall 24V10700090,907 vehicles

NHTSA advisory: park outside and away from buildings until repaired (fire risk).

Problem: 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).

Service brakes, hydraulicMar 10, 2021

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module

Recall 21V16000094,646 vehicles

NHTSA advisory: park outside and away from buildings until repaired (fire risk).

Problem: 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.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2019 Genesis G80 4DR AWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	9.5%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Optional

2019 Genesis G80 4DR RWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	9.5%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Optional

2019 Genesis G80 Sport 4 DR RWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	9.5%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Optional

2019 Genesis G80 Sport 4 DR AWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	9.5%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Optional

2019 Genesis G80 NHTSA side crash test — NHTSA side barrier crash test

2019 Genesis G80 NHTSA side pole crash test — NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

G80 RWD

21mpg combined

City / highway	18 / 26 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.8 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

G80 AWD

20mpg combined

City / highway	17 / 24 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

3.3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $4,100/year to fuel

G80 RWD

20mpg combined

City / highway	17 / 25 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

3.3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,100/year to fuel

G80 AWD

20mpg combined

City / highway	18 / 24 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.8 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

G80 RWD

19mpg combined

City / highway	16 / 24 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

5 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,350/year to fuel

G80 AWD

18mpg combined

City / highway	15 / 23 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

5 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $4,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Injuries	Typical mileage*
Unknown or other	8	0	0	—
Electrical system	8	0	0	—
Engine	5	0	0	—
Service brakes	4	1	1	—
Vehicle speed controlAccelerator pedal	2	2	2	—
Forward collision avoidanceAutomatic emergency braking	2	0	0	—
Service brakes, hydraulic	1	0	0	—
Tires	1	0	0	—
VisibilityRearview mirrors/devices › Exterior	1	0	0	—
Suspension	1	0	0	—
Wheels	1	0	0	—
Steering	1	0	0	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Electrical system
Air conditioning problem . Ac shuts down after several hours . Has happened to numerous other Genesis cars .
Sep 1, 2024
Unknown or other
My starter failed. I took it to a triple AAA authorized mechanic. He did a full diagnosis of the entire starting system and determined that the starter needed to be replaced. He noted that water caused it to fail.
Feb 6, 2026
Power train
Oil cooler housing leak same issues with Hyundai/kia class action
Dec 17, 2025
Engine
Engine engine undercover is not on the vehicle
Sep 3, 2025
Electrical system
The AC system on this car, and seems series of years is widely known to have major issue, as is the case with mine. I'm having issues with the dealer telling me the car is out of warranty 35k miles, 2019 year. Based on researching and talking with other owners they are also having similar issues, AC not cooling well, hot on some vents, works for a time period then stops, etc.
May 1, 2025
Suspension
CAR COME OUT OF ALLIGNMENT CAUSE ECCESIVE WEAR ON INSIDE OF REAR TIRES. CAUSED BLOWOUT ON THE INTERSTATE THAT ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. BLOWOUT THEN CAUSED DAMAGE TO WHEEL SENSOR THAT CAUSED CAR TO LOOSE POWER STEERING. REPAIR COST IS ESTIMATED A $9000.00 REPAIR. I GET OIL CHANGE & SERVICE INSPECTION BY GENISIS HAD ALIGNEMENT DONE BY DEALERSHIP AND & REPLACED TIRES 2 TIMES BEFORE BLOWOUT. MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN
May 1, 2025
Unknown or other
My concern for this vehicle is the panoramic sun roofs / moon roofs. I am hearing a lot of crunching, grinding, cricking, binding coming from panoramic sun roof. Sounds like itâs the assembly and glass making noise while driving, Turning into and out of driveways, going over speed bumps, pot holes, etc. My concern is will the sunroof shatter while Iâm driving, will it hold up during an accident? This is a safety concern and hazardous. I only have 34000 miles on this car. Multiple people that have/had genesis with panoramic/ moon roofs are/had issues with the same area.
Mar 3, 2025
Engine
I took my car in to have a recall repair completed. A relay kit was added to the engine compartment and my car has not operated the same since. When I start my car now it idles rough and is making noises that it wasnât making before. When I accelerate my car stalls and is sluggish. Also when I accelerate my car stalls and speeds up uncontrollably, which is a concern for safety. Iâve contacted the dealership where this repair was completed and told them all the issues Iâve been having since the repair was completed. They keep stating that there is nothing wrong. Iâve spoken with Customer Relations and the Regional Manger only to get no assistance. Iâm concerned about my safety and…
Mar 5, 2025

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations

Hyundai and Kia ABS Module FiresOpen
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V-520, 20V-543, 21V-161, 21V-160, 21V-303, 22V-056, 22V-810, and 23V-651. Kia recalls 16V-815, 20V-518, 20V-519, 21V-137, 21V-331, 22V-051, 22V-800, and 23V-652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kiaâs defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements;…
AQ23002 · opened Nov 17, 2023