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2020 Genesis G70 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

The 2020 Genesis G70 carries two red flags at once: 17 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). It is one of the G70 years to avoid.

17

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

0

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other G70 years?

G70 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted85 complaints2019: 85 complaints2020: 17 complaints2021: 12 complaints2022: 39 complaints2023: 35 complaints2024: 4 complaints2025: 1 complaints
G70 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Genesis G70 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System318%
Tires & Wheels318%
Electrical System212%
Engine212%
Other212%
Visibility & Wipers16%
Seat Belts16%
Steering16%
Suspension16%
Brakes16%

Does the 2020 Genesis G70 have recalls?

3 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.

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.

“Both Michelin 225/40 ZR 19 Pilot Sport 4S front tires had severe "chunking", or tread peeling, on them after only 8,000 miles. Atlantic Tire (Bayamon, Puerto Rico), the sole distributor and service center of Michelin in Puerto Rico, informed me that approximately 30 other Genesis G70's had recently…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · May 14, 2022

“On 2/17/2026 I was driving from my home to a fast food restaurant one mile away from my home. After picking up the food I dropped the food off about 3 miles down the road to my family member at their work and drove the 3.3 miles back from my family members work to my home. I arrived at my home and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · February 17, 2026 · fire

“On Saturday July 23, 2022 around 6p.m. I was driving up Midvale Ave in Philadelphia, Pa, I hit a pothole and on the passenger side the strut shatter into pieces. I drove in the next day to Pep Boys to diagnosis the problem and the should me that the steering /suspension evaluation was done. I left…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 23, 2022

“On 2/17/2026 I was driving from my home to a fast food restaurant one mile away from my home. After picking up the food I dropped the food off about 3 miles down the road to my family member at their work and drove the 3.3 miles back from my family members work to my home. I arrived at my home and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 17, 2026 · fire

“On 2/17/2026 I was driving from my home to a fast food restaurant one mile away from my home. After picking up the food I dropped the food off about 3 miles down the road to my family member at their work and drove the 3.3 miles back from my family members work to my home. I arrived at my home and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 17, 2026 · fire

2020 Genesis G70 — common questions

Is the 2020 Genesis G70 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 17 complaints put the 2020 model at #4 of 7 G70 years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the G70 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2020 G70 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are tires & wheels (3 complaints), fuel system (3 complaints), other (2 complaints).

Does the 2020 Genesis G70 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Genesis G70. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2020 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.