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ProblemsByVin File / 2019-GENESIS-G80
2019 · genesis

genesis G80 problems

1 safety recall. 26 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
7 reports · avg $850
moderate
engine
4 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
brakes
3 reports · avg $450
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 G80 · engine
At just 41,000 miles, the oil pressure sensor has failed. There are many on-line reports of this issue going back several years for the Genesis G80 sedan. It appears this is NOT covered under the 10 yr/100,000 mile warranty and is only covered by the 5 yr/60,000 mile warranty.…
12/28/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11632902.0
2019 G80 · engine
Oil pressured sensor went bad $2500 fix from dealer. In Korea this is a recall. The Genesis forums are full of complaints regarding same issue. The factory should cover this but the 10 year 100000 mile warranty does not cover it since it is considered an electrical part.
11/23/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11627032.0
2019 G80 · cruise control Crash
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…
11/09/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11279106.0
2019 G80 · other
Randomly, infrequently when driving at highway speed with both hands on steering wheel get alarm and message to keep hands on steering wheel. I momentarily release and re-grip steering wheel and sound and message eventually disappear. No pattern as to when this occurs except at…
10/26/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11490940.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 24V107000 13/02/2024

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).

Common questions

Is the 2019 Genesis G80 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Genesis G80 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2019 Genesis G80?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 7 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Genesis G80 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 Genesis G80?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 26 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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