2021 Genesis GV80: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker GV80 years.
59 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 5 recalls.
Should I buy a 2021 GV80?The 2021 Genesis GV80 has 59 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and exterior lighting.
Safety record for the 2021 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Genesis GV80 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other GV80 years only. How we score it
Is 2021 a good year for the GV80?
Across the 6 GV80 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 40 (2023) to 59 (2021). With 59 complaints, the 2021 GV80 sits above the model's median of 40.
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 2021 GV80
seat belts:front
Campaign 21V796000Hyundai 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.
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Campaign 21V208000Hyundai 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.
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.
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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 say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a clear divide between high praise for the vehicle's design, interior quality, technology, and driving experience, and significant criticism regarding reliability, dealership service, and specific mechanical issues.
Owner insights cover all generations of the GV80. See the full GV80 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used GV80 listings typically run $32,798–$45,225.
Other GV80 model years
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