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2019 Genesis G70 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

The 2019 Genesis G70 carries two red flags at once: 85 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA — 5.0× the G70 norm — and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). It is one of the G70 years to avoid.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across fuel system (15), engine (14), and other (10), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

85

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

11

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other G70 years?

G70 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted85 complaints2019: 85 complaints2020: 17 complaints2021: 12 complaints2022: 39 complaints2023: 35 complaints2024: 4 complaints2025: 1 complaints
G70 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Genesis G70 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System1518%
Engine1416%
Other1012%
Electrical System911%
Transmission78%
Driver Assistance78%
Brakes67%
Visibility & Wipers45%
Body & Structure45%
Airbags34%
Speed Control34%
Steering22%
Seats11%

Does the 2019 Genesis G70 have recalls?

5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V528000Fuel SystemJuly 11, 2024 · 54,647 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.

24V191000EngineMarch 8, 2024 · 28,439 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

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. 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.

24V107000Electrical SystemFebruary 13, 2024 · 90,907 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

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

22V196000Latches & LocksMarch 28, 2022 · 63,461 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata and Sonata Hybrid, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

Consequence

A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the trunk latch and replace the trunk latch base, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 221/010G.

21V161000BrakesMarch 10, 2021 · 552 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Genesis G70 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.

Consequence

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

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. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 007G.

Open NHTSA investigations

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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. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V-520, 20V-543, 21V-161, 21V-160, 21V-303, 22V-056, 22V-810, and 23V-651. Kia recalls 16V-815, 20V-518, 20V-519, 21V-137, 21V-331, 22V-051, 22V-800, and 23V-652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“When driving the vehicle it feels as though as it stalls due to choking all or some of the fuel getting to the engine. This is most prone when accelerating fast. It feels as though the fuel is shut off or severely diminished as the vehicle will accelerate, but at a fraction (crawl) of the normal…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · September 14, 2024

“When driving the vehicle it feels as though as it stalls due to choking all or some of the fuel getting to the engine. This is most prone when accelerating fast. It feels as though the fuel is shut off or severely diminished as the vehicle will accelerate, but at a fraction (crawl) of the normal…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 14, 2024

“CRASHED INTO MY GARAGE WALL AT SLOW SPEEDS. I PULLED INTO THE GARAGE RIDING THE BREAK PEDAL (NO ACCELERATION/GAS) AND WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP THE BREAKS SEEMED TO GIVE OUT COMPLETELY. EVEN AS I SHOVED THE BREAK PEDAL TO THE FLOOR IT SEEMED TO DO NOTHING. WHEN IT HAPPENED, I DID…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 30, 2020 · crash

“When driving the vehicle it feels as though as it stalls due to choking all or some of the fuel getting to the engine. This is most prone when accelerating fast. It feels as though the fuel is shut off or severely diminished as the vehicle will accelerate, but at a fraction (crawl) of the normal…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 14, 2024

“My car as I was driving on the expressway stop getting power stop accelerating. The collision warning light came on and the check engine light came on. My car has done this several times while I am driving and it’s very scary. It even wouldn’t crank sometimes and the dealership couldn’t find…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · March 1, 2024

2019 Genesis G70 — common questions

Is the 2019 Genesis G70 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 85 complaints put the 2019 model at #1 of 7 G70 years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the G70 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2019 G70 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (15 complaints), engine (14 complaints), other (10 complaints).

Does the 2019 Genesis G70 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Genesis G70. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2019 Genesis G70 under NHTSA investigation?

Yes — an investigation remains open (Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). An open ODI action means NHTSA is actively assessing a possible defect.

Which Genesis G70 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the G70 years to avoid are 2019, 2022, 2023, 2020, 2021. The cleanest record among G70 years belongs to 2025.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.