2017 Genesis G80: common problems and reliability

The 2017 Genesis G80 has 63 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine. Owners most often flag dealership & service experience (u.s.): long wait times for service appointments, poor communication, unprofessional treatment, and difficulty obtaining loaner vehicles. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2017 model year

63
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
3
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2017 Genesis G80 vehicles (US, public record).

Is 2017 a good year for the G80?

Across the 4 G80 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2024) to 63 (2017). With 63 complaints, the 2017 G80 sits abovethe model's median of 9.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Where owners report problems

electrical system
21
engine
16
power train
7
service brakes
6
steering
4

Recalls affecting the 2017 G80

service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module

Campaign 21V160000

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.

electrical system:starter assembly:solenoid

Campaign 24V107000

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 res

What owners say across generations

Sentiment is predominantly positive, with owners praising the vehicle for its exceptional value proposition, luxurious and well-appointed interior, and strong reliability over multiple generations.

  • Dealership & Service Experience (U.S.): Long wait times for service appointments, poor communication, unprofessional treatment, and difficulty obtaining loaner vehicles. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Instrument Cluster/Screen Failures: Digital gauge cluster displaying Korean characters, cutting out, or freezing, requiring replacement. Affects 2021+ models. A recall for 2025-2026 models for failing instrument panels is also noted. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the G80. See the full G80 owner picture and every model year.

Typical used price

Used G80 listings typically run $25,979–$59,943 across 2017 to 2026 model years.

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