The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
The risk
An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
The fix
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 012G. This recall supersedes and expands recall number 21V-796. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-094 (23V094000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 012G |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Seat belts › Front |
| Report date | February 16, 2023 |
| Owners notified | April 14, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 65,517 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2021 Genesis G80
- 2022 Genesis G80
- 2023 Genesis G80
- 2023 Genesis GV60
- 2022 Genesis GV70
- 2023 Genesis GV70
- 2021 Genesis GV80
- 2022 Genesis GV80
- 2023 Genesis GV80
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-094 repair free?
Yes. Genesis dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 65,517 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.