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2023 Genesis GV80 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 49 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.9 times the median GV80 year — the 2023 model ranks #3 of 7 GV80 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (10), fuel system (6), and other (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

49

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other GV80 years?

GV80 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted94 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 94 complaints2022: 69 complaints2023: 49 complaints2024: 26 complaints2025: 26 complaints2026: 6 complaints
GV80 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Genesis GV80 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1020%
Fuel System612%
Other510%
Transmission48%
Driver Assistance48%
Visibility & Wipers36%
Engine36%
Seat Belts36%
Seats36%
Body & Structure36%
Tires & Wheels24%
Lighting24%
Brakes12%

Does the 2023 Genesis GV80 have recalls?

4 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.

25V105000Electrical SystemFebruary 19, 2025 · 32,594 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2023-2024 G80, GV80, 2025 GV70 and 2023-2025 GV70 "Electrified" vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Consequence

An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel display software, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 026G.

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.

“In rare circumstances, the user may be able to initiate navigation using the built-in infotainment system while the vehicle is already in motion. Other safeguards already exist within the Genesis maps system to prevent the driver from starting navigation while driving. This software issue should be…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 1, 2023

“I was driving and the car just stopped in the middle of the road. I had to turn the car off and restart. Once I did the car wouldn’t get any speed but the RPM would go up to 4 or 5. I finally got the car home and had it towed the next morning. After 9 days in the shop, I was advised it needed a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 1, 2023

“Horn stopped working. Can not honk or alert others around. Problem confirmed at dealer currently for repair. No warning lamps or messages”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 23, 2023

“Electronic traction control system fails to deliver power correctly when the vehicle is passing over icy ruts. The system incorrectly delivers additional power to wheels that have lost grip causing unpredictable driving behavior, which startles the driver. Even when Snow mode is on, this sytem…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 4, 2023

“Due to bad deals, one of our front lights was filled with water. Causing multiple sensors to go off, like our lane departure and camera features. Car had 5 warnings on dash”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · November 17, 2023

2023 Genesis GV80 — common questions

Is the 2023 Genesis GV80 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 49 complaints put the 2023 model at #3 of 7 GV80 years. It is one of the GV80 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2023 GV80 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (10 complaints), fuel system (6 complaints), other (5 complaints).

Does the 2023 Genesis GV80 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Genesis GV80. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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 2023 Genesis GV80?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 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.