Genesis GV80 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 190 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file for the Genesis GV80, across 7 model years (2020–2026). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (61). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Genesis GV80 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GV80 year: 2021, 2022, 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 GV80: 61 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2022 GV80: 45 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2023 GV80: 41 complaints, 4 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2026 GV80: 8 complaints, 1 recall
- 2024 GV80: 17 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2025 GV80: 18 complaints, 3 recalls
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 GV80 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 45 | 6 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 34 | 6 | 2 |
| Engine | 33 | 6 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 26 | 6 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 18 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 12 | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 11 | 5 | 1 |
| Power Train | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| Structure | 10 | 4 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Wheels | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Genesis GV80 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GV80 | 8 | 1 | 5★ | Engine | |
| 2025 GV80 | 18 | 3 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2024 GV80 | 17 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2023 GV80 | 41 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2022 GV80 | 45 | 4 | 5★ | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2021 GV80 | 61 | 5 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 GV80 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Genesis GV80 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2021 (61), 2022 (45), 2023 (41) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GV80 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 GV80?
Electrical System, with 45 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Genesis GV80 have?
9 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.