Most common 2019 Genesis G80 problems
Share of the 27 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Genesis G80 complaints by model year
Best G80 years: 2020, 2019, 2024. Compare all years →
2019 Genesis G80 recalls (4)
Seats › Front assembly › Power adjust
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.
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.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger
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.
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.
Electrical system › Starter assembly › Solenoid
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
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.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2019 Genesis G80:
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando.
What 2019 Genesis G80 owners say
Electrical system
The contact owns a 2019 Genesis G80. The contact stated that upon the vehicle sitting for as little as 24 hours, the AGM battery would abnormally drain, describing the issue as parasitic electrical drain. After having the battery recharged, the failure would recur. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic. The contact was unable to get in contact with the local dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the cause of the failure, the contact related the failure to Manufacturer Campaign: (#902G Auxiliary Charcoal Canister Kit). The manufacturer was notified, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 19,000.
Recall number 1 from 2022 was just complete at Homer Skelton Hyundai in Olive Branch Mississippi on around [redacted]. Now this 2024 recall which is major involving over 30,000 vehicles as of today with the fire hazard is very very suspect. I received a letter 5 months ago and have not been able to drive my car because I may die. THAT'S THE TRUTH. Genesis has ceased all communication with myself and countless others, have not found a resolution and has directed us not to reach out to them again. They will not provide a rental car not any assistance and options. I want to speak with an Attorney. My daughter purchased this vehicle not even a year ago, paid cash for it and I only drove it less than 3 months. Genesis has billions I'm sure and they should not be able to get away with this. Just greedy and do not care. …
Engine & cooling
Recall number 1 from 2022 was just complete at Homer Skelton Hyundai in Olive Branch Mississippi on around [redacted]. Now this 2024 recall which is major involving over 30,000 vehicles as of today with the fire hazard is very very suspect. I received a letter 5 months ago and have not been able to drive my car because I may die. THAT'S THE TRUTH. Genesis has ceased all communication with myself and countless others, have not found a resolution and has directed us not to reach out to them again. They will not provide a rental car not any assistance and options. I want to speak with an Attorney. My daughter purchased this vehicle not even a year ago, paid cash for it and I only drove it less than 3 months. Genesis has billions I'm sure and they should not be able to get away with this. Just greedy and do not care. …
I took my car in to have a recall repair completed. A relay kit was added to the engine compartment and my car has not operated the same since. When I start my car now it idles rough and is making noises that it wasn't making before. When I accelerate my car stalls and is sluggish. Also when I accelerate my car stalls and speeds up uncontrollably, which is a concern for safety. I've contacted the dealership where this repair was completed and told them all the issues I've been having since the repair was completed. They keep stating that there is nothing wrong. I've spoken with Customer Relations and the Regional Manger only to get no assistance. I'm concerned about my safety and how this repair will affect my extended warranty because my engine has been altered. …
Brakes
Unkown. My genesis G80 sport "ghost brskes". While driving all is call and fine. But when I initiate the brakes to come to a full stop gradually.... I will feel the vehicle apply extra brakes than which I am apply. And this happens consistently.
I was involved in an auto accident. The front driver side quarter panel was hit. No airbags deployed in either car. Immediately upon the collision, I tried to stop the car, but it accelerated on it's own. The car would not stop. I made a split decision to pull into a parking lot and then contemplated driving the car into a tree to stop it. I then decided to drive over a curbed divider that had a 3 foot hedge. I got the car to stop 8 feet after running over the hedge. I have no idea what happened, but did have a clear thought process to get the car to stop. I opted to run over a 3 foot box hedge instead of into a tree. I have no clue why the car accelerated the way it did. The car is now considered a "total loss".
2019 Genesis G80 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 17 / 24 / 20 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 18 / 24 / 20 |
| 5.0L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| 5.0L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 15 / 23 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Genesis G80 a good car?
Based on 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 G80 rates better than average: 58% fewer complaints than a typical year of the G80 at the same age. It is one of the best G80 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2019 Genesis G80?
The electrical system — 8 complaints, 30% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (5) and brakes (4).
How many recalls does the 2019 Genesis G80 have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2019 Genesis G80, the most recent from October 8, 2026 (power adjust). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Genesis G80?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020, 2019 and 2024. See the full Genesis G80 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2019 Genesis G80 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 10,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.