Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Genesis G80
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Genesis G80 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 67 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V664000 Park Outside: Fire from Overheated Power Seat Motors NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V107000 Water Damage to Starter Solenoid May Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V160000 Anti-Lock Brake System Module May Short Circuit NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 22 complaints
- Engine 17 complaints
- Power Train 9 complaints
- Unknown or Other 7 complaints
- Steering 5 complaints
- Service Brakes 4 complaints
Of the 67 complaints on file, 3 report a crash; across all 67 complaints, owners report 3 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,000–$11,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2017 Genesis G80 has significant issues with electrical components, posing a safety risk. Recalls related to potential engine compartment fires and ABS issues contribute to its below-average reliability.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| starter solenoid | 50,000–80,000 miles | $300–$800 | very common |
| ABS module | 60,000–100,000 miles | $700–$1,500 | common |
| electrical system | 70,000–120,000 miles | $500–$1,000 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake fluid replacement
- Transmission fluid service
- Tire rotation and alignment
- Engine air filter replacement
- Battery inspection and service
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Starter not engaging
- ABS warning light
- Unexplained battery drain
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Genesis G80 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.