2020 Genesis G80 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other G80 years
- About as many complaints as other years 4th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Genesis G80. That ranks 4th out of 11 G80 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (4 complaints, 36%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 11owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Genesis G80 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 36% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 27% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 18% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 18% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2020 Genesis G80 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seats:front assembly:power adjustPark outside
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 844-340-1200. 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 cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
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.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/modulePark outside
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.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires (AQ23002) — opened Nov 17, 2023, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I am reporting a recurring transmission/drivetrain problem that I believe may warrant investigation for a potential safety defect. Beginning in approximately May 2026, my vehicle developed a pronounced hard bump/jerk and shudder during transmission operation. The problem initially occurred…
Parking vehicle at 5mph brakes did not work, and car shot forward-hit steel post.
Unknown air conditioner works well for about 1 hour, then suddenly there's a funny noise and the heat comes out instead of cold air. We have informed genesis dealer about the problem, but they said it would not be covered under warranty. We have seen multiple reports of this issue but genesis has…
There is a recall on my 2020 Genesis g80 3.3t regarding a faulty turbo oil feed pipe causing the car to leak oil and a safety risk that could cause a fire. Vehicle had no issues prior to me having towed to Genesis north of Cincinnati other than the supply pipe leaking oil. The next day after them…
AC stops working while driving on hot days, airflow stops and the situation is very dangerous. Tried to get the dealer to fix it, to no avail. I've been dealing with this dangerous (temperatures reached more than 110 F, without airflow) problem for two years. We are more than 20 owners of these…
Other Genesis G80 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 G80 | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 G80 | 9 | 1 |
| 2025 G80 | 3 | 2 |
| 2024 G80 | 1 | 2 |
| 2023 G80 | 9 | 4 |
| 2022 G80 | 7 | 4 |
| 2021 G80 | 9 | 4 |
| 2020 | 11 | 3 |
| 2019 G80 | 27 | 4 |
| 2018 G80 | 95 | 7 |
| 2017 G80 | 66 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Genesis G80?
Owners most often report unknown or other, service brakes, electrical system problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Genesis G80?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 Genesis G80 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G80 model years, the 2020 has about as many complaints as a typical year, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.