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What 63 owners told NHTSA about the 2017 Genesis G80

These are the actual owner complaints behind this car’s reliability verdict, filed with the federal government, unedited. They’re unverified reports, not confirmed defects: read them as leads for your pre-purchase inspection, not a diagnosis.

All (63)Crash / fire / injury (3)Electrical system (21)Engine (16)Transmission & drivetrain (7)Brakes (6)Steering (4)Visibility & wipers (4)Wheels (4)Body & structure (3)Driver assistance (2)Airbags (1)

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Jun 17, 2026SteeringElectrical systemEngine

WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE GAS ACCELERATOR- THE CAR ONLY MOVES AT A FEW MILES PER HOUR. THIS IS INTERMITTENT BUT MAKES THE CAR UNDRIVEABLE AND VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE IN TRAFFIC. THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED BUT NOW GENEIS SAYS IT IS ANOTHER ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND THE CAR NEEDS A NEW HARNESS- BUT GENSIS NO LONGER MAKES THIS PART (THE HARNESS) SO GENESIS EVEN UNDER MY WARRANTY CANNOT FIX THE CAR GENESIS SAYS IT IS A HARNESS ISSUE AND THEY DON'T HAVE AND CANNOT GET THE PART- HENCE THEY CANNOT FIX THE CAR

NHTSA ODI 11744873

Apr 1, 2026Engine

My oil light kept flashing on while driving until I come to complete stop. Had to take it to Genesis dealership in [XXX] Ms. They did a check on my vehicle and found the problem. I had to pay to replace these issues the sender assy-oil pressure & the harness-op sensor. The total bill was $1,012.14. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ODI 11728481

Jan 9, 2026

Oil tank sensor

NHTSA ODI 11709866

Dec 4, 2025Engine

Oil pressure light started to come on at idle, goes away while driving.. heard this has been and issue and even the dealership knows about it.. there is also a recall in Korea for the same exact thing for the same exact cars but no recall in the usa..please make this a recall it is not safe nor should this be over looked

NHTSA ODI 11703012

Sep 17, 2025Engine

While driving the engine simply stops and won't restart. When this happens, the key fob won't lock the car or unlock the trunk. The trunk opening button won't open the trunk. It just flashes the parking light and gives a sound.

NHTSA ODI 11687871

Mar 31, 2025Engine

At 63,230 miles the engine oil pressure light would illuminate on my 2017 Genesis G80. I took it to the dealer and the technician found the oil pressure switch on my car went bad and in the words of the mechanic was leaking internally. This is a known issue by Genesis/Hyundai as they are performing repairs in Korea (where this vehicle is built and assembled) for this very problem. But in America they are refusing to honor the warranty which under powertrain is valid for 10 years/100,000 miles. Proper function of the engine is clearly a part of the powertrain. The warranty further goes on to state that under engine, "gaskets and seals" are covered. The repairs I had to have performed at great expense for a failed oil pressure switch seemed clear to me under the warranty. Not only a known issue and covered where the car is made, but they seem to know they have a huge issue based on Genesis Forums and their complaints the numbers are large; they don't want to have to make it right for the owners.

NHTSA ODI 11651647

Jan 19, 2025

The cars engine shut down while driving. Once we got it stopped we put it in park and the car started and we drove it 30 minutes home.

NHTSA ODI 11636950

Jan 2, 2025

Subject: Safety Concern Regarding 2017 Genesis G80 Dear NHTSA, I am writing to report an ongoing issue with my 2017 Genesis G80. While driving, I have experienced a significant safety concern related to the vehicle's acceleration. Specifically, when accelerating at various speeds, the vehicle begins to jerk abruptly and violently, causing a potentially dangerous situation on the road. After seeking advice, I was informed that the problem might be related to the engine malfunctioning or failing. I am deeply concerned about the safety risks this poses, both for myself and others on the road. I would greatly appreciate any guidance or investigation into this matter to ensure the issue is addressed promptly. Thank you for your attention to this serious safety concern. Sincerely,
 [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ODI 11633588

Dec 16, 2024Transmission & drivetrain

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power for approximately 2-3 seconds. The contact stated that there was a loud thump when the transmission shifted gear. The vehicle was taken a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission was shifting rough between 2nd to 3rd gear and 4th to 5th gear. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

NHTSA ODI 11630914

Dec 11, 2024Engine

The hyundai genesis and the genesis G80 have an oil pressure sensor defect. Practically, everyone i know with a genesis, in particular the 3.8 L engine, has this issue. The oil pressure sensor illuminates even though the engine oil level is fine and this issue can occur at any time regardless of mileage. I'd be surprised if this issue has not been reported to you all.

NHTSA ODI 11630128

Aug 30, 2024Electrical system

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked for a while, the contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and the contact was informed that the starter had failed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System); which stated that the starter relay kit needed to be replaced. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the starter assembly had failed. The dealer was in contact with the manufacturer and confirmed that the manufacturer had denied assisting with the starter assembly repair. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

NHTSA ODI 11611804

Jul 24, 2024Transmission & drivetrain

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact stated occasionally while shifting into gear, the vehicle jolted, with an abnormal sound coming from underneath the hood. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired because the warranty had expired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.

NHTSA ODI 11604274

Jun 21, 2024Electrical system

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11595756

Jun 17, 2024Electrical system

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11594722

Jun 17, 2024Electrical system

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11594898

Jun 4, 2024Electrical system

I want to file a complaint regarding the recall issued for my car. I am concerned that Genesis has not issued a resolution at all and suggests parking the car. If it's unsafe and could ignite itself on fire, a remedy should be issued immediately. Offer us a different model and year or fix the issue. This is people's lives at stake.

NHTSA ODI 11592314

May 28, 2024Electrical system

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11591002

May 28, 2024Electrical system

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11591041

May 28, 2024Electrical system

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11591101

May 16, 2024Electrical system

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the vehicle would not immediately start as needed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who determined that the starter and alternator were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was 44,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11589110

May 13, 2024Electrical system

Recall 24V107000 issued 2-13-2024 for compartment fire while parked or driving. I received such recall from Genesis within the past two weeks, now 5-13-2024, not promptly as it should have been since it is a high rise of danger to users and passengers. Today I called the Genesis Customer care, there remains no remedy, and the agent could not authorize a rental car. I could rent a car at my expense and submit a claim once the remedy is installed and I may be refunded that cost. Another agent should be contacting me in 3 to 5 days referring to case number 23267478. First, the notice was untimely. Second, no offer of sidelining the car and providing free of all charges, a rental car. Seems to me that our lives are at risk with no immediate help from Genesis. Thank You.

NHTSA ODI 11588406

Apr 18, 2024Engine

I was made aware that my car has a recall. I took it to the dealership (World Car Kia Hyundai North, San Antonio, TX) to get fixed and they told me that there is no remedy for it. I stressed to them that I was worried about my car and that I have a child that is always in the car with me. They told me to keep looking on google and that google would tell me when there is a fix. I would like a different car or my money back but it seems like they will not do that for me.

NHTSA ODI 11583934

Apr 14, 2024Electrical system

Oil sensor oil sensor in 2017 Genesis goes bad & Genesis knows it. When the vehicle is at a complete stop or is slowing down, oil pressure sensor comes on. Whenever you begin to accelerate, it goes off. Genesis ALREADY KNOWS this…which is why they ALREADY issued a recall on “DH” body style models (like my 2017 Genesis G80) in Korea, where the cars are produced, but REFUSES TO ISSUE A RECALL IN THE US MARKET. Upon googling I see that this is a common problem that an insane amount of people have also experience, again, enough of a problem to cause the Korean market, where these are manufactured to issue a recall. It’s not covered under warranty & the sensor is located so deep in the engine behind the manifold, it typically is a $800–1250 repair for a sensor that cost less than $200 due to the labor involved to repair it, however some local Genesis dealership quoted as much as $1600 to get it, replaced due to how much they charge per hour of labor. The quote from my local dealership in Houston Texas was $1250. This doesnt seem to be a problem w/ the new body style Genesis vehicles but is for mine the 2017 Genesis G80 (this body style is known as“BH” & was called the “Hyundai Genesis” in its 2015 & 2016 models, the 2017 model was 1st year as “Genesis G80” when Genesis broke off Hyundai to be separate but its the same body besides the badge which makes sense why the problem continued into the 2017 & 2018 Genesis G80) Not only should this not be such a common issue where you have so many people talking about how it happened to their car (& who knows how many people this happened to who didn’t post anything online) but Genesis owners in the US shouldn’t be on the hook to pay upwards of $1600 for an issue Genesis ALREADY KNOWS exists…which is why they ALREADY issued a recall on “DH” body style models (like my 2017 Genesis G80) in Korea, where the cars produced, but REFUSES TO ISSUE A RECALL IN US MARKET..clearly they know or wouldn't have issued recall in the Korean market

NHTSA ODI 11582909

Mar 29, 2024Electrical systemEngine

The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact stated that the vehicle shutoff while driving in the rain. There was an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System). The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

NHTSA ODI 11580037

Mar 25, 2024Electrical system

1.What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? -> While I was driving on the highway, All Dashboard was blacked out and can't driving at all

NHTSA ODI 11579294

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