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2020 Genesis G80 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2020 Genesis G80 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Genesis dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 Genesis G80, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2020 Genesis G80 owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2020 Genesis G80, describing incidents dated May 4, 2026.

Most-cited components

  • Power Train 1 complaint

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11767774 · Filed

    I am reporting a recurring transmission/drivetrain problem that I believe may warrant investigation for a potential safety defect. Beginning in approximately May 2026, my vehicle developed a pronounced hard bump/jerk and shudder during transmission operation. The problem initially occurred primarily…

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NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2020 Genesis G80 in 1 investigation. Audit Queries and Equipment Queries are administrative investigations: they look at whether companies complied with federal vehicle safety requirements, such as reporting, recall and certification rules, not at a possible vehicle defect. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

Park Outside: Fire from Overheated Power Seat Motors

NHTSA #26V664000 · Seats — Front Assembly — Power Adjust · NHTSA notice

Reported October 8, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America

Potentially affected: 94,622 vehicles

Completion not yet reported (dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 308/035G · Vehicles built through November 7, 2019 (per NHTSA)

Park outside only — fire risk while parked indoors or near structures.

Defect description

Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis, and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The front power seat motors may overheat due to a stuck power seat control switch, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.

Safety consequence

A fire increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the repair has been performed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners of Hyundai vehicles may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Genesis owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai recall number for this recall is 308 and Genesis' recall number is 035G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 13, 2026.

Engine Compartment Fire from Oil Leak

NHTSA #24V191000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine — Gasoline — Turbo/Supercharger · NHTSA notice

Reported March 8, 2024 · Hyundai Motor America

Potentially affected: 28,439 vehicles

Repair completion: 84.86% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 019G · Owners notified May 3, 2024

Defect description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Genesis G80, 2017-2022 G90, and 2019-2022 G70 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak oil.

Safety consequence

An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 019G. This recall expands and replaces recall number 19V-538. Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-538 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Anti-Lock Brake System Module May Short Circuit

NHTSA #21V160000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — Control Unit/Module · NHTSA notice

Reported March 10, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America

Potentially affected: 94,646 vehicles

Repair completion: 89.62% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 201/006G · Owners notified July 6, 2021

Recall group: Hyundai and Kia ABS module fires

Park outside only — fire risk while parked indoors or near structures.

Defect description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.

Safety consequence

An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Other Genesis G80 model years

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Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Genesis G80 at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.

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