2022 Genesis G80: common problems and reliability
· 2nd generationOne of the better G80 years.
7 owner complaints, most about fuel system. 4 recalls.
Should I buy a 2022 G80?The 2022 Genesis G80 has 7 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are fuel system and power train. Owners most often flag loose or improperly connected battery terminals causing power cutout on startup.
Safety record for the 2022 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Genesis G80 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other G80 years only. How we score it
Is 2022 a good year for the G80?
Across the 9 G80 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 7 (2022) to 174 (2018). With 7 complaints, the 2022 G80 sits about the same as the 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
Recalls affecting the 2022 G80
seat belts:front
Campaign 23V094000Hyundai 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.
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Campaign 23V630000Hyundai 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.
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Campaign 24V282000Hyundai 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.
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Campaign 26V229000Hyundai 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.
What owners report on the 2nd generation G80
Owners of the 2020-2026 G80 generally describe it as a comfortable, quiet, well-appointed luxury sedan that represents strong value relative to German rivals, with a smooth ride and a well-insulated cabin.
- RecurrentLoose or improperly connected battery terminals causing power cutout on startup
- RecurrentSunroof creaking
- RecurrentDirect injection injector noise (loud at cold start, quiets as engine warms)
- RecurrentTire wear faster than expected on performance tires
- RecurrentDiscontinuation of connected services / remote start due to 3G network shutdown
Owner insights for the 2nd generation G80. Read the full 2nd generation owner report.
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