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2017 Genesis G80 problems

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One of the years to avoid

The 2017 Genesis G80 carries two red flags at once: 80 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA — 6.4× the G80 norm — and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires). It is one of the G80 years to avoid.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 21 reports (26% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

80

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

5

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2017 compare to other G80 years?

G80 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted114 complaints2017: 80 complaints2018: 114 complaints2019: 34 complaints2020: 12 complaints2021: 13 complaints2022: 8 complaints2023: 9 complaints2024: 1 complaints2025: 4 complaints2026: 14 complaints
G80 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Genesis G80 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System2126%
Engine1620%
Other79%
Transmission79%
Brakes68%
Tires & Wheels56%
Visibility & Wipers45%
Steering45%
Body & Structure34%
Driver Assistance23%
Speed Control11%
Airbags11%
Seats11%
Latches & Locks11%
Lighting11%

Does the 2017 Genesis G80 have recalls?

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

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).

21V160000BrakesMarch 10, 2021 · 94,646 units

Defect

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.

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 numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.

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.

“I want to file a complaint regarding the recall issued for my car. I am concerned that Genesis has not issued a resolution at all and suggests parking the car. If it's unsafe and could ignite itself on fire, a remedy should be issued immediately. Offer us a different model and year or fix the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 2, 2024

“The hyundai genesis and the genesis G80 have an oil pressure sensor defect. Practically, everyone i know with a genesis, in particular the 3.8 L engine, has this issue. The oil pressure sensor illuminates even though the engine oil level is fine and this issue can occur at any time regardless of…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 11, 2024

“THE DOORS ON THE VEHICLE EITHER REAR OR OTHER WILL NOT OPEN FROM OUTSIDE OR INSIDE AND PERSON CAN GET TRAPPED IN THE SEAT. PROBLEM HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED BY DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HYUNDAI. HYUNDAI HAS EXTENED RECALL WARRANTY BUT NOT FOR THERE SISTER COMPANY GENESIS WHO HAS SAME PROBLEM. INSPECTED BY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 7, 2022

“WHILE DRIVING ON AN INCLINE TOWARD A STOP SIGN, THE VEHICLE TURNED OFF. WHILE MOVING FORWARD AS CARS PULLED OUT OF THE STOP SIGN THE CAR LURCHED (SIMILAR TO IF YOU WERE HIT FROM BEHIND) AND ALL SCREENS WENT DARK AND ALL ELECTRONICS WENT OFF. EVERYTHING CAME BACK ON WITHIN 1-2 SECONDS AND THE CAR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 28, 2019

“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. THE CONTACT INITIALLY DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB) FEATURE DID NOT ACTIVATE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · February 21, 2018 · crash

2017 Genesis G80 — common questions

Is the 2017 Genesis G80 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 80 complaints put the 2017 model at #2 of 10 G80 years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the G80 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2017 G80 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (21 complaints), engine (16 complaints), other (7 complaints).

Does the 2017 Genesis G80 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2017 Genesis G80. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2017 Genesis G80 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 G80 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the G80 years to avoid are 2018, 2017, 2019, 2020. The cleanest record among G80 years belongs to 2024.

How safe is the 2017 Genesis G80?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2017 Genesis G80 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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.