2022 Genesis G70 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 2, 2026 · 32 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other G70 years
Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 8 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Genesis G70. That ranks 2nd out of 8 G70 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (11 complaints, 34%), typically at around 29,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Genesis G70
Genesis_G70 at IAA 2021. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Genesis G70 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Exterior Lighting11 · ~29,000 mi
Engine8 · ~16,150 mi
Electrical System6
Fuel/propulsion System6
Unknown or Other5
Forward Collision Avoidance2 · ~4,300 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline2 · ~62,000 mi
Power Train2
Back Over Prevention1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Exterior Lighting1134%29,000——
Engine825%16,150——
Electrical System619%———
Fuel/propulsion System619%———
Unknown or Other516%———
Forward Collision Avoidance26%4,300——
Fuel System, Gasoline26%62,000——
Power Train26%———
Back Over Prevention13%———
Engine and Engine Cooling13%———
Lane Departure13%———
Vehicle Speed Control13%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 10 complaints
2022: 2202222023: 5202352024: 7202472025: 8202582026: 10202610

n = 32 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Genesis G70 recalls (2)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump:control/drive moduleJul 11, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V528000 · 54,647 vehicles

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N 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 update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.

Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/superchargerMar 8, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V191000 · 28,439 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.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Water in both headlights, no external damage. Can see hairline cracks all along the rim of the headlights. The turn signals are intermittently not working due to water. The issue was confirmed by the dealer however they said even though it’s a documented issue, my car was over the 60,000 mile…

Exterior Lighting · received Oct 2, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11768617

But it started by my car constantly burning all like a crazy amount and then I sort of having problems with like the air conditioner, not blowing cool because if I would circulate it in the car, it would not be cool and then I started having Coach go off code for my fuel sensor code for my CO2…

Engine · received Sep 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11761192

I own a 2022 Genesis G70. The driver’s-side front headlamp assembly has developed significant and persistent moisture/condensation inside both sections of the lamp. The condensation does not clear during normal driving or after the lights have been operated for more than 30 minutes. The problem…

Electrical System · received Aug 29, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11760547

I had started having problems with burning oil really quickly and it having lots of smoke out the tail pipe it was losing 2-3 quarts in a few days and after inspecting the left turbo pipe is cracked and leaking lots of oil and may be a fire hazard soon

Engine · received Aug 27, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11759911

2022 Genesis G70: Severe moisture inside of headlights causing DRL, blinkers, headlights, etc., to short out or completely stop working. I had them replaced once under warranty and the same thing happened again. The Genesis dealership and Genesis customer care now refuse to take responsibility bc…

Exterior Lighting · received Aug 5, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11755110

Other Genesis G70 years

← 2021 G70 · 2023 G70 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2026 G7010
2025 G7010
2024 G7030
2023 G70241
2022322
2021 G7064
2020 G70133
2019 G70635

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Genesis G70?

Owners most often report exterior lighting, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 11 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Genesis G70?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Genesis G70 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G70 model years, the 2022 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.