Genesis G70 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 143 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Genesis G70, across 8 model years (2019–2026). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (63). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Genesis G70 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical G70 year: 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 G70: 63 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2022 G70: 32 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2023 G70: 24 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Genesis G70 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 34 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 29 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 7 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 18 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 14 | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 5 | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 9 | 3 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Structure | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Visibility | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Genesis G70 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 G70 | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2025 G70 | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2024 G70 | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2023 G70 | 24 | 1 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2022 G70 | 32 | 2 | — | Exterior Lighting | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2021 G70 | 6 | 4 | — | Engine | |
| 2020 G70 | 13 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2019 G70 | 63 | 5 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Genesis G70 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2019 (63), 2020 (13), 2022 (32), 2023 (24) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical G70 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Genesis G70?
Engine, with 34 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Genesis G70 have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.