Genesis G80 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 237 owner complaints and 15 safety recalls on file for the Genesis G80, across 11 model years (2017–2027). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (95). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Genesis G80 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical G80 year: 2017, 2018, 2019. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 G80: 95 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2017 G80: 66 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2019 G80: 27 complaints, 4 recalls
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 G80 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 63 | 9 | 4 |
| Engine | 36 | 6 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 23 | 6 | 6 |
| Steering | 23 | 4 | 4 |
| Power Train | 19 | 6 | 1 |
| Wheels | 15 | 4 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 4 | 9 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 11 | 5 | 2 |
| Tires | 11 | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 5 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Genesis G80 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 G80 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2026 G80 | 9 | 1 | 5★ | Forward Collision Avoidance | |
| 2025 G80 | 3 | 2 | 5★ | Electrical System | |
| 2024 G80 | 1 | 2 | 5★ | Lane Departure | |
| 2023 G80 | 9 | 4 | 5★ | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2022 G80 | 7 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | |
| 2021 G80 | 9 | 4 | 5★ | Service Brakes | |
| 2020 G80 | 11 | 3 | 5★ | Unknown or Other | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2019 G80 | 27 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2018 G80 | 95 | 7 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2017 G80 | 66 | 3 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Genesis G80 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2017 (66), 2018 (95), 2019 (27) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical G80 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 G80?
Electrical System, with 63 complaints across 9 model years.
How many recalls does the Genesis G80 have?
15 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.