2020 Genesis G80 recalls and problems

The 2020 Genesis G80 has 3 safety recalls and 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Genesis dealer.

Urgent: recall 26V-664, recall 21V-160 carry a "park outside" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.
Recalls
3
Complaints
11
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Genesis G80 recalls

Recall 26V-664: Seats

Park outsideReported Oct 8, 2026 · 94,622 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

Problem: 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.

Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.

Fix: 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.

Recall 24V-191: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Mar 8, 2024 · 28,439 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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.

Recall 21V-160: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Park outsideReported Mar 10, 2021 · 94,646 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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.

2020 Genesis G80 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other4
Service Brakes3
Tires2
Electrical System2
Engine1
Power Train1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Sidewall — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 12,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2020 Genesis G80 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Sep 29, 2026
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 in 3rd, 4th and 5th gears and became more noticeable after the vehicle warmed up. The condition was significant enough that I took the vehicle to Genesis of Columbia/Silver’s Hyundai for diagnosis. On June 1, 2026, at approximately 90,223 miles, the dealer documented that they had “verified…
Unknown or Other · reported Feb 17, 2026
Unknown air conditioner works well for about 1 hour, then suddenly there's a funny noise and the heat comes out instead of cold air. We have informed genesis dealer about the problem, but they said it would not be covered under warranty. We have seen multiple reports of this issue but genesis has not issued a recall for this potentially dangerous and hazardous problem.
Unknown or Other · reported May 14, 2025
AC stops working while driving on hot days, airflow stops and the situation is very dangerous. Tried to get the dealer to fix it, to no avail. I've been dealing with this dangerous (temperatures reached more than 110 F, without airflow) problem for two years. We are more than 20 owners of these luxury cars experiencing the same problem. I can provide their names and VINs upon request.
Unknown or Other · reported Oct 14, 2024
AC stops running during very hot days, air flow stops and heat inside the car gets dangerously high. There are multiple complaints about this in a Genesis blog, and dealers are unable to reproduce the problem to find the problem. I contacted Genesis America and they cannot do anything because service technicians are unable to diagnose the problem. Genesis MUST do something about this. I can provide snapshots of the blog with the multiple complaints. This started sometime in the 2023 summer.
Electrical System · at 12,000 miles · reported Apr 6, 2022
The contact owns a 2020 Genesis G80. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that rodents had chewed through the soy-based wire coating. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who provided the same diagnostic and repaired the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to dealer where it was diagnosed that rodents had also chewed through the starter wiring. The vehicle was repaired. The…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Genesis G80 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Genesis G80: 26V-664 (seats), 24V-191 (engine and engine cooling), 21V-160 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Genesis G80?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (4 reports), followed by service brakes (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 12,000 miles.

Are Genesis recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Genesis dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.