This page covers 2 recalls, 10 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2020 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
Complaints for the 2020 Genesis G80 are spread across a handful of systems, with tires and service brakes drawing the most reports, followed by isolated mentions of engine and HVAC issues. On the brake side, owners describe unexpected brake behavior at low speeds. Tire complaints don't concentrate around a single symptom based on the available data. A recurring theme across multiple reports involves the air conditioning cutting out on hot days, owners describe the system stopping airflow entirely and switching to warm air, with the problem reportedly difficult for technicians to reproduce during service visits. The AC issue appears to affect the vehicle specifically during high ambient temperatures, and several owners note that repeated dealer visits have not resolved it.
10
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
By System
The 2020 Genesis G80 has two recalls, both carrying fire risk: an oil leak from the turbocharger feed pipe on 3.3-liter V6 models and an ABS module that can short circuit, either while driving or parked.
The turbocharger oil feed pipe can deteriorate and drip oil onto hot engine components, raising the risk of an underhood fire. The ABS module issue is separate: an internal short circuit in the braking system's control unit can ignite a fire independently of whether the engine is running, meaning the vehicle does not need to be in motion for the hazard to develop.
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
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.
