2021 Genesis GV80

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2021 Genesis GV80 has 91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.1x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (22% of all complaints), specifically: genesis gv80 2.5 t standard option forward collision warning software problem. these vehicles are sold with this option but not showing on settings, therefore it is not usable. similar complaints are known with 21 model g80, gv80, g90. i believe this problem is recorded as t17g.. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.

2 fire reports 8 crash reports 4 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.1x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

20 complaints

22%

• Genesis GV80 2.5 T standard option Forward collision warning software problem. These vehicles are sold with this option but not showing on settings, therefore it is not usable. Similar complaints are known with 21 model G80, GV80, G90. I believe this problem is recorded as T17G.
• 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
• 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

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 5 crashes

“Genesis GV80 2.5 T standard option Forward collision warning software problem. These vehicles are sold with this option but not showing on settings, therefore it is not usable. Similar complaints are known with 21 model G80, GV80, G90. I believe this problem is recorded as T17G.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

FUEL SYSTEM

14 complaints

15%

• PURCHASED BRAND NEW AND WITHIN 1,000 MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY DETERMINED IT WAS DUE TO DEFECTIVE FUEL INJECTOR SYSTEM. BACKORDER ON PARTS, SO THE CARE HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR AS LONG AS WE HAVE OWNED IT. WONDER IF SIMILAR ISSUE TO THAT WHICH
• The fuel cap never opens up right away. It is not an emergency, but it is very time consuming, trying to repeatedly lock and unlock my door several times before the fuel door is released. I am unsure of what to do. It states that the driver's side door must be unlocked before the fuel door is rel
• The contact owns a 2021 Genesis GV80. The contact stated that the fuel cap was intermittently stuck and failed to open as needed to refuel the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was mad

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports💥 2 crashes

“PURCHASED BRAND NEW AND WITHIN 1,000 MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY DETERMINED IT WAS DUE TO DEFECTIVE FUEL INJECTOR SYSTEM. BACKORDER ON PARTS, SO THE CARE HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR AS LONG AS WE HAVE OWNED IT. WONDER IF SIMILAR ISSUE TO THAT WHICH”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

12 complaints

13%

• 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
• Child window and door locks malfunction along with mirror controls and all window controls from driver door panel. Repeated random events have occurred
• Safety Issues: • Battery runs out of charge within one day without any rational reason (i.e., no lights, no alarm, no equipment in use) which put me at risk since the car would stop at any time without any warning. • Then, the Genesis Connected Services will sent alert messages every three (3) min

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports

“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”

— NHTSA complaint filing

LIGHTING

12 complaints

13%

• Left LED Headlamps & intergral camera sensor assembly has failed due to moisture penetration behind the lenses. In addition to no left headlamps or left front turn signal, we have lost the emergency braking, forward collision warning, the lane departure warning and the lane keeping assistance featur
• There are cracks on the driver side headlamp due to design flaw. My light went completely off causing the front headlamp to turn off and disable certain things that are crucial forndriving. the dealer will not replace the headlamp saying it is external factors. Other have the same issue. [XXX] INFO
• The component that failed is the driver side headlamp and blinker. It collected condensation from a manufacturer defect that Genesis will not take accountability for. They over tightened the screws which caused hairline cracks in the assembly, which then causes condensation in the housing. The conde

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Left LED Headlamps & intergral camera sensor assembly has failed due to moisture penetration behind the lenses. In addition to no left headlamps or left front turn signal, we have lost the emergency braking, forward collision warning, the lane departure warning and the lane keeping assistance featur”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ENGINE

7 complaints

• UNDER 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE AND UNDER 1000 MILES - CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEPT COMING ON-A POSSIBLE CONDITION WITH YOUR ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM. TWO TRIPS TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT, PART IS ON BACK ORDER UNTIL JUNE. SERVICE DEPT HAS VEHICLE FOR LONGER THAN I HAVE OWN THE CAR.
• 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 se
• The contact owns a 2021 Genesis GV80. The contact stated that while stopped at a turning lane, the engine warning light was illuminated. The engine control system warning message had appeared on the display screen. The contact also received an email from the manufacturer that a possible condition ha

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“UNDER 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE AND UNDER 1000 MILES - CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEPT COMING ON-A POSSIBLE CONDITION WITH YOUR ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM. TWO TRIPS TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT, PART IS ON BACK ORDER UNTIL JUNE. SERVICE DEPT HAS VEHICLE FOR LONGER THAN I HAVE OWN THE CAR.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

LIGHTING(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 91 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: Genesis GV80 2.5 T standard option Forward collision warning software problem. These vehicles are sold with this option but not showing on settings, therefore it is not usable. Similar complaints are known with 21 model G80, GV80, G90. I believe this problem is recorded as T17G.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: PURCHASED BRAND NEW AND WITHIN 1,000 MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY DETERMINED IT WAS DUE TO DEFECTIVE FUEL INJECTOR SYSTEM. BACKORDER ON PARTS, SO THE CARE HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR AS LONG AS WE HAVE OWNED IT. WONDER IF SIMILAR ISSUE TO THAT WHICH
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: 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
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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LIGHTING: Left LED Headlamps & intergral camera sensor assembly has failed due to moisture penetration behind the lenses. In addition to no left headlamps or left front turn signal, we have lost the emergency braking, forward collision warning, the lane departure warning and the lane keeping assistance featur
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)