2017 Genesis G80
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 67
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2017
Opened by NHTSA
33% of complaints
Complaints per year
2017: 67 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 67 |
| 2018 | 98 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 9 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
33% · 22 reportsMost commonly citing starter assembly and cables.
Show complaint excerpts
My 2017 Genesis G80 3.8L, VIN [XXX], has approximately 43,840 miles and intermittently slips or shifts improperly between approximately third and fifth gears while driving and causes harsh jolts forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-04
Also filed under Power train and forward collision avoidance
Oil light comes on intermittently due to faulty sensor. Apparently this is a recurring issue for this model.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-23
Also filed under Engine
Engine
25% · 17 reportsPower train
13% · 9 reportsService brakes
9% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Genesis G80. While driving 55 MPH, the contact's vehicle was involved in a front end collision with another vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-27
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
Steering
7% · 5 reportsShow complaint excerpts
As I am driving and I make a turn, the wheel actually locks and I cannot steer. It was very frightening. At first I thought it was the lane change device, but I made sure that was off, and it happened twice more.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-24
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-07-06Service brakes, hydraulic21V160000 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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021.
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2023-11-17Audit queryOpen Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
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2024-07-15Electrical system24V107000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles.
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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024.
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Genesis G80 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 22 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V160000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 24V107000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2017 Genesis G80 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Genesis G80?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Genesis G80 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.