2021 GENESIS G80
4 recalls, 13 complaints - 43 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
26V229000 Apr 10, 2026
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Consequence
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-... Read more
23V630000 Sep 11, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Genesis G80, GV80, and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 016G.
23V094000 Feb 16, 2023
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Consequence
An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is ... Read more
21V208000 Mar 24, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Genesis G80 and GV80 vehicles equipped with 2.5-litre turbo engines. The fuel tube connecting the high pressure fuel pump to the fuel rail may not seal properly, which could allow fuel to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 008G.
Complaint Statistics
13 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 10, 2026
Incident date: May 10, 2026
While i was closing the trunk Did press area below my license plate to close the trunk, and got a dent below the license playe. Looks like very poor quality of steel being used
ENGINE
May 10, 2026
Incident date: May 10, 2026
My Nissan Rogue Platinum 2021 not want to start I call a AAA they check the batery but the batery was new 3 months I have to call a tow truck and bring it to Nissan dealer on university dr in hunstville Alabama they keep the car for 3 days the call me and said that was the starter and also that the ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 6, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2025
See attached document for complaint
ENGINE
Sep 9, 2024
Incident date: Jul 14, 2024
driving on [XXX] in Idaho stopped at rest area went to restroom came out my truck was smoking lifted the hood fire started on top left of engine got safely from truck and called 911 truck burnt to ground. Since i was stopped i was not in truck but if i did not stop it could of been fatal. My insura... Read more
Fire
STEERING
Jan 21, 2024
Incident date: Jan 21, 2024
Shift to Park - car will not turn off after putting in park. Car is still running after several attempts of hitting the power button to turn off. I have had to replace the battery twice in the same year. I have brought this issue to the dealership from the beginning of purchase and was unsuccess... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 18, 2023
Incident date: Mar 25, 2022
Car won’t shift gears just stuck on park. Battery reduced.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 20, 2022
Incident date: Jan 20, 2022
All lights warning lights illuminate and gauges stop working. Loss of functionality includes critical control and safety systems and features: •No Speedometer •No Turn Signals •No Tachometer •Odometer not recording miles •Airbag warning •Electric power steering system warning •Steering... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 20, 2022
Incident date: Jan 20, 2022
All lights warning lights illuminate and gauges stop working. Loss of functionality includes critical control and safety systems and features: •No Speedometer •No Turn Signals •No Tachometer •Odometer not recording miles •Airbag warning •Electric power steering system warning •Steering... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 20, 2022
Incident date: Jan 20, 2022
All lights warning lights illuminate and gauges stop working. Loss of functionality includes critical control and safety systems and features: •No Speedometer •No Turn Signals •No Tachometer •Odometer not recording miles •Airbag warning •Electric power steering system warning •Steering... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 9, 2022
Incident date: Jan 6, 2022
The G80 is equipped with a bluetooth system that should read incoming text messages while in drive. (see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxfPQ37jJbI&t=6s) Instead, after I select "Listen" the car tells me "unavailable while Driving." When I close this system message, the display shows the first seve... Read more
TIRES
Dec 16, 2021
Incident date: Dec 16, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Genesis GV80 equipped with Pirelli Tires, Tire line: Scorpion STR, Tire Size: 265/55/R19, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger's side tire had an inner sidewall blowout. The tire was not replaced. The manufacturer was ma... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 20, 2021
Incident date: Jul 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Genesis G80. The contact stated while driving 30-40 mph on two separate occasions, the transmission disengaged, and the vehicle stalled and restarted without warning. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 20, 2021
Incident date: Jul 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Genesis G80. The contact stated while driving 30-40 mph on two separate occasions, the transmission disengaged, and the vehicle stalled and restarted without warning. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2021 GENESIS G80
2021 Genesis G80 4 DR RWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 10.1% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 GENESIS G80
43 manufacturer communications from 28 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 9 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 3 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
23-DS-004G-1
Jan 4, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Certain GV70 (JK1 and JK1A), GV80 (JX1) and G80 (RG3) vehicles may have a noise condition from the rear differential at certain speeds while accelerating or decelerating. This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect the vehicle for nois
23-EE-013G
Dec 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin is issued to provide the extended battery diagnosis procedure using GDS. This battery diagnosis function displays the various battery-related faults such as: a?? Internal short circuit a?? Battery deterioration a?? Malfunct
23-EE-013G
Dec 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin is issued to provide the extended battery diagnosis procedure using GDS. This battery diagnosis function displays the various battery-related faults such as: a?? Internal short circuit a?? Battery deterioration a?? Malfunct
23-DS-004G-1
Oct 9, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Certain GV70 (JK1 and JK1A), GV80 (JX1) and G80 (RG3) vehicles may have a noise condition from the rear differential at certain speeds while accelerating or decelerating. This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect the vehicle for nois
23-ST-004G-1
Sep 12, 2023
010000 STEERING
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect the steering universal joint dust cover for noise, and if necessary, apply grease on certain Genesis vehicles.
23-DS-004G
Aug 30, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Certain GV70 (JK1 and JK1A), GV80 (JX1) and G80 (RG3) vehicles may have a noise condition from the rear differential at certain speeds while accelerating or decelerating. This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect the vehicle for nois
23-BD-014G
Aug 23, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This bulletin provides instructions on how to service the panoramic sunroof on certain G80 (RG3) vehicles that experience creaking or rattling noises while driving on uneven roads.
23-BD-013G
Aug 1, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides information to address difficultly with opening of the center console armrest storage on certain G80 (RG3) vehicles. The foam pad attached to the release button may interfere with its normal opening function. Follow t
23-BD-013G
Aug 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information to address difficultly with opening of the center console armrest storage on certain G80 (RG3) vehicles. The foam pad attached to the release button may interfere with its normal opening function. Follow t
23-AT-007G
Jun 20, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
When servicing an 8-speed automatic transmission vehicle with a a??Check Engine lighta?? and any of the DTCs listed below, follow the Service Procedure and, if necessary, replace the E-module.
23-ST-004G
Apr 24, 2023
010000 STEERING
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect the steering universal joint dust cover for noise, and if necessary, apply grease on certain Genesis vehicles.
23-BD-007H
Apr 24, 2023
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can becom
23-AT-001G
Mar 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
When servicing a vehicle with a a??Check Engine lighta?? and any of the DTCs listed below, follow the Service Procedure to replace the related solenoid and E-module or park position switch.
23-BD-002G
Jan 30, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th
22-01-060G
Jul 22, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain 2021-2022MY Genesis G80 (RG3) vehicles may have coolant leakage from the radiator reservoir tank. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to inspect the radiator reservoir tank, and if necessary, replace it with a new par
22-FL-001G
Feb 16, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin provides information related to the ECM(Engine Control Module) software update for 3.5L GDI engine equipped vehicles that experience check engine light, no drivability issue, and with either of the following DTC found stored i
22-01-009G
Jan 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin describes the procedure to replace the AMP ground side coil and coil and capacitor for certain vehicles exhibiting brown foam discoloration of the sponge pad in the rear glass antenna.
21-AT-015G
Aug 17, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transmission for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transmission clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear).
21-01-058G
Aug 12, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain 2021MY Genesis G80 (RG3) vehicles may have coolant leakage from the radiator reservoir tank. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to inspect the radiator reservoir tank, and if necessary, replace it with a new part.
21-01-029G-2
Jun 23, 2021
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect, and if necessary adjust the headlight aim on some 2021 MY Genesis G80 (RG3) vehicles equipped with Light Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps. The adjustment can help improve headlamp focus and red
21-01-029G-2
Jun 23, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect, and if necessary adjust the headlight aim on some 2021 MY Genesis G80 (RG3) vehicles equipped with Light Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps. The adjustment can help improve headlamp focus and red
21-01-029G-1
Apr 23, 2021
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect, and if necessary adjust the headlight aim on some 2021 MY Genesis G80 (RG3) vehicles equipped with Light Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps. The adjustment can help improve headlamp focus and red
21-01-029G-1
Apr 23, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect, and if necessary adjust the headlight aim on some 2021 MY Genesis G80 (RG3) vehicles equipped with Light Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps. The adjustment can help improve headlamp focus and red
21-01-029G
Apr 20, 2021
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect, and if necessary adjust the headlight aim on some 2021 MY Genesis G80 (RG3) vehicles equipped with Light Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps. The adjustment can help improve headlamp focus and red
21-01-029G
Apr 20, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect, and if necessary adjust the headlight aim on some 2021 MY Genesis G80 (RG3) vehicles equipped with Light Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps. The adjustment can help improve headlamp focus and red
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-BD-001G
Feb 3, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Genesis applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can bec
21-AT-012G
Jul 27, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides a procedure to transfer oil pressure data to the TCU using GDS Mobile. This procedure is necessary to reduce the TCU learning time and improve the shift quality. i?? Before replacing an automatic transmission (Pages
21-AT-012G
Jul 27, 2020
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This bulletin provides a procedure to transfer oil pressure data to the TCU using GDS Mobile. This procedure is necessary to reduce the TCU learning time and improve the shift quality. i?? Before replacing an automatic transmission (Pages
19-BE-017G
Nov 18, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Certain vehicles (listed below) equipped with the HomeLink5 (Two Way Communication) mirror may experience programming and operating difficulties with the home garage system. This bulletin provides information related to some of the possible
19-BE-017G
Nov 18, 2019
135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
Certain vehicles (listed below) equipped with the HomeLink5 (Two Way Communication) mirror may experience programming and operating difficulties with the home garage system. This bulletin provides information related to some of the possible
19-BE-017G
Nov 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Certain vehicles (listed below) equipped with the HomeLink5 (Two Way Communication) mirror may experience programming and operating difficulties with the home garage system. This bulletin provides information related to some of the possible
19-AT-023G
Sep 30, 2019
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. If the vehicle fails the stall te
19-AT-023G
Sep 30, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. If the vehicle fails the stall te
19-AT-014G
Jun 12, 2019
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This bulletin provides a procedure to diagnose an 8-speed automatic transaxle with a harsh and/or delayed shift.
19-AT-014G
Jun 12, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides a procedure to diagnose an 8-speed automatic transaxle with a harsh and/or delayed shift.
19-AT-012G
Jun 4, 2019
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear).
19-AT-012G
Jun 4, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear).
19-AT-007G
Apr 15, 2019
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This bulletin provides a procedure to transfer oil pressure data to the TCU using GDS Mobile. This procedure is necessary to reduce the TCU learning time and improve the shift quality. i?? Before replacing an automatic transmission: Input t
19-AT-007G
Apr 15, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides a procedure to transfer oil pressure data to the TCU using GDS Mobile. This procedure is necessary to reduce the TCU learning time and improve the shift quality. i?? Before replacing an automatic transmission: Input t
19-AT-008G
Apr 8, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
When servicing a vehicle with a a??Check Engine lighta?? and any of the DTCs listed below, follow the Service Procedure to replace the related solenoid and E-module or park position switch.
19-AT-008G
Apr 8, 2019
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
When servicing a vehicle with a a??Check Engine lighta?? and any of the DTCs listed below, follow the Service Procedure to replace the related solenoid and E-module or park position switch.
GENESIS G80 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the GENESIS G80 across all model years (2017, 2026).
30
Total Recalls
293
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
22
Reported Crashes
5
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths