This page covers 4 recalls, 26 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Genesis G80.
18–21 mpg combined
11.2–13.1 L/100km
Large Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 6 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The most consistent pattern across 2019 Genesis G80 complaints centers on the electrical system and engine. On the electrical side, owners report a range of issues including starter failures, sensor malfunctions, and loss of power steering following related component failures. Engine complaints include concerns about missing or damaged underbody components and general mechanical reliability. A smaller cluster of owners reports problems with the vehicle speed control system. Outside the top systems, a few owners describe the air conditioning behaving erratically, cooling inconsistently, blowing warm air from certain vents, or stopping and restarting on its own. Sunroof noise, described as grinding or binding sounds during normal driving and when going over bumps, shows up in isolated reports as well.
26
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2019 Genesis G80 has 4 recalls, with three of them posing a fire risk: a leaking turbocharger oil feed pipe, a short-circuiting ABS module, and water intrusion in the starter solenoid can each cause an engine compartment fire while the vehicle is parked or being driven.
The turbocharger oil leak only affects vehicles with the 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine. The ABS module and starter solenoid issues are separate electrical faults that can ignite independently of one another, and both can occur even when the car is sitting still. The fourth recall involves the front passenger airbag: the system may fail to suppress the airbag when an infant or child is seated in that position, meaning the airbag can deploy toward a small occupant in a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The left turbocharger oil feed pipe can deteriorate and leak oil in certain Genesis G80, G90, and G70 models with 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engines.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Water can seep into the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, potentially starting an engine compartment fire while the vehicle is parked or being driven.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a relay kit in the engine junction box at no cost to prevent water from reaching the starter solenoid.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Anti-Lock Brake System module may malfunction and develop an internal short circuit in certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the ABS module fuse at no charge to restore proper braking system function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The airbag system may fail to detect and disable the airbag for an infant or child in the front passenger seat, risking injury if the airbag deploys during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the Occupant Classification System to properly detect and disable the airbag for infants and children.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
