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2023 Genesis GV70 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 92 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.8 times the median GV70 year — the 2023 model ranks #2 of 5 GV70 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (16), fuel system (15), and engine (14), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

92

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other GV70 years?

GV70 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted139 complaints2022: 139 complaints2023: 92 complaints2024: 31 complaints2025: 50 complaints2026: 26 complaints
GV70 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Genesis GV70 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission1617%
Fuel System1516%
Engine1415%
Driver Assistance1213%
Speed Control78%
Electrical System67%
Visibility & Wipers55%
Seat Belts33%
Brakes33%
Other33%
Body & Structure22%
Lighting22%
Seats11%
Steering11%
Tires & Wheels11%
Airbags11%

Does the 2023 Genesis GV70 have recalls?

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

26V229000Fuel SystemApril 10, 2026 · 94,760 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.

Consequence

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.

24V282000Fuel SystemApril 19, 2024 · 31,440 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, GV80, G80, and G90 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 inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 022G. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-630.

23V094000Seat BeltsFebruary 16, 2023 · 65,517 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.

Consequence

An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

Remedy

Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 012G. This recall supersedes and expands recall number 21V-796. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Genesis uses soy-based wiring in the engine without any rodent protection. We had rats chewing the wires in the engine last year in April, for $6.9k repair cost and again this year in February for $7.4k in repair cost. This car cost way too much to own, the repairs take about 5 to 6 weeks to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · February 6, 2025

“I was sitting at a stop light waiting to make a right turn. When I pressed down on the accelerator the car just inched forward. I let off the gas and pushed the accelerator again and again before the car would accelerate. This has happened several times, once almost causing me to wreck. This has…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 17, 2024

“I was sitting at a stop light waiting to make a right turn. When I pressed down on the accelerator the car just inched forward. I let off the gas and pushed the accelerator again and again before the car would accelerate. This has happened several times, once almost causing me to wreck. This has…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 17, 2024

“The adaptive cruise control started pacing off vehicles in the right lane instead straight ahead. Then the vehicle's forward collision emergency brake system started engaging with no vehicles infront causing the vehicle to panic stop on its own for no reason. This panic stop could cause an…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · September 20, 2024

“The adaptive cruise control started pacing off vehicles in the right lane instead straight ahead. Then the vehicle's forward collision emergency brake system started engaging with no vehicles infront causing the vehicle to panic stop on its own for no reason. This panic stop could cause an…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 20, 2024

2023 Genesis GV70 — common questions

Is the 2023 Genesis GV70 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 92 complaints put the 2023 model at #2 of 5 GV70 years. It is one of the GV70 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2023 GV70 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (16 complaints), fuel system (15 complaints), engine (14 complaints).

Does the 2023 Genesis GV70 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Genesis GV70. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Genesis GV70 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the GV70 years to avoid are 2022, 2023. The cleanest record among GV70 years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2023 Genesis GV70?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Genesis GV70 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.