This page covers 5 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Genesis G80.
21–26 mpg combined
9–11.2 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 4 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2021 Genesis G80 has 5 recalls, with the most serious being multiple fuel leak risks that can lead to a fire, along with front seatbelt pretensioners that can explode in a crash and send metal fragments into the cabin.
Three of the recalls involve fuel leaking from different points in the fuel system: a crossover fuel pipe with loose fittings, a high-pressure fuel pump connection on 2.5-litre turbo models, and a fuel rail pipe connection. All three create fire risk if fuel contacts an ignition source. The seatbelt concern affects the front driver and passenger positions, where the pretensioners can rupture during deployment rather than pulling the belt tight, turning a safety device into a hazard. There is also a fuel pump recall where the pump can fail entirely, cutting drive power while the vehicle is moving and raising the risk of a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
Fuel may leak where the fuel pipe connects to the fuel rail in certain Genesis vehicles from model years 2021–2026.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the connection, tighten or replace the fuel pipe as needed, 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.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The nuts securing the crossover fuel pipe may not be tight enough, which could allow fuel to leak.
What the fix does
A dealership will inspect the nuts and tighten them or replace the fuel pipe as needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump can fail, causing a loss of engine power while driving.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the fuel pump at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
During a crash, the front seat belt pretensioners may explode when they deploy.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a cap to secure the seat belt pretensioners at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel tube connecting the high pressure fuel pump to the fuel rail may not seal properly, allowing fuel to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel tube at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
