Model year
2021 Genesis GV80
NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 61 complaints for the 2021 Genesis GV80 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (13), EXTERIOR LIGHTING (13), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (11). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA rated 2 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 20–23 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,550–$4,100, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2021 61 complaints
- 2022 45 complaints
- 2023 42 complaints
- 2024 17 complaints
- 2025 18 complaints
- 2026 9 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
26V229000 · Apr 10, 2026
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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.
23V630000 · Sep 11, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
23V094000 · Feb 16, 2023
SEAT BELTS:FRONT; SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
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.
21V796000 · Oct 13, 2021
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER; SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
21V208000 · Mar 24, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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.
Complaints
61 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 5, fire flag on 1, injury field 3, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RQ22003 | Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture · SEAT BELTS:FRONT; SEAT BELTS; SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER | Aug 8, 2022 | May 26, 2023 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.155 | NHTSA photo |
| SUV RWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.169 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GV80 RWD · 2.5L · Automatic (S8) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 25 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
| GV80 AWD · 2.5L · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 25 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
| GV80 AWD · 3.5L · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 23 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
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