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2021 Genesis GV80 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 94 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.6 times the median GV80 year — the 2021 model ranks #1 of 7 GV80 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (20), fuel system (14), and electrical system (13), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

94

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

1

Investigations

10

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2021 compare to other GV80 years?

GV80 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted94 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 94 complaints2022: 69 complaints2023: 49 complaints2024: 26 complaints2025: 26 complaints2026: 6 complaints
GV80 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Genesis GV80 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance2021%
Fuel System1415%
Electrical System1314%
Lighting1213%
Engine77%
Other66%
Body & Structure44%
Speed Control44%
Brakes33%
Seat Belts22%
Steering22%
Tires & Wheels22%
Visibility & Wipers11%
Seats11%
Suspension11%
Transmission11%
Airbags11%

Does the 2021 Genesis GV80 have recalls?

5 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.

23V630000Fuel SystemSeptember 11, 2023 · 19,272 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Genesis G80, GV80, and 2022 Genesis GV70 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 replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 016G.

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.

21V796000Seat BeltsOctober 13, 2021 · 978 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

Consequence

An exploding seat belt pretensioner could project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 211 and 009G. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall numbers 22V-354 for Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles, 22V-458 for Venue vehicles, and 23V-094 for Genesis vehicles. Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, and Genesis vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedies completed.

21V208000Fuel SystemMarch 24, 2021 · 147 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Genesis G80 and GV80 vehicles equipped with 2.5-litre turbo engines. The fuel tube connecting the high pressure fuel pump to the fuel rail may not seal properly, which could allow fuel to leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 008G.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“As I was exiting a driveway onto a 4 lane highway(2 lanes, divider, 2 lanes) I was attempting to enter into the nearest lane when my car completely pulled the wheel into the outer lane where an oncoming vehicle was and there was impact deploying airbags. I did not have the driving assist engaged.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · July 28, 2021 · crash

“I was driving my Genesis GV 80 in January and in the Trac near my work and I came out of a s turn and the car seemed to over correct and lost power.. I hit a parked car and it was pushed onto 2 other cars .My front end was damaged and airbags deployed. My seatbelt jerked me and was damages . There…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 25, 2024 · crash

“The infotainment system on my GV80 works for 5 minutes and shuts down. The lane change warning light and front collision warning goes on and off while driving. the back-up camera and warning stopped working. When you park the vehicle, it takes at least it takes 10 minutes to completely shut down ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 26, 2022

“2021 gv80. Drivers side headlight failed while on vacation. Had newly formed condensation in headlight and must have shorted it had to drive back home with no turning signal and no headlight. Had the shop look at it when I got home and confirmed the unit was bad. Dealer is charging around…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · August 30, 2025

“The contact owns a 2021 Genesis GV80. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The technician disengaged the check engine warning light…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 10, 2021

2021 Genesis GV80 — common questions

Is the 2021 Genesis GV80 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 94 complaints put the 2021 model at #1 of 7 GV80 years. It is one of the GV80 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2021 GV80 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (20 complaints), fuel system (14 complaints), electrical system (13 complaints).

Does the 2021 Genesis GV80 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Genesis GV80. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2021 Genesis GV80 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Genesis GV80 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the GV80 years to avoid are 2021, 2022, 2023. The cleanest record among GV80 years belongs to 2020.

How safe is the 2021 Genesis GV80?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2021 Genesis GV80 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.