Defect Summary: 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.
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The 2021 Genesis G80 is associated with 9 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 4 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is Tires, accounting for 3 reports (33% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 4 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2.5l 4-cyl and 3.5l 6-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 21 to 26 MPG combined.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 9 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 4 official campaigns
- • Primary Defect Domain: Tires (3 / 33%)
- • NCAP Crash Safety: 5 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
- • EPA Certified Range: 21–26 MPG across 4 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2021 Genesis G80?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80 RWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 23 MPG | 32 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,900 / yr |
| G80 AWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 MPG | 30 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $3,050 / yr |
| G80 RWD | 3.5L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 19 MPG | 27 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $3,450 / yr |
| G80 AWD | 3.5L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 18 MPG | 26 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2021 Genesis G80?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR AWD | 10.100000000000001% | ||||
| 4 DR RWD | 10.100000000000001% |
Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2021 Genesis G80 models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2021 Genesis G80?
Summary of 9 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2021 Genesis G80 problems & component breakdown (6 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2021 Genesis G80?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Defect Summary: Hyundai 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.
Defect Summary: 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.
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2021 Genesis G80
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2021 Genesis G80
How many safety recalls does the 2021 Genesis G80 have?
The 2021 Genesis G80 is associated with 4 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2021 Genesis G80?
NHTSA records list 9 consumer defect complaints for the 2021 Genesis G80. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Tires, appearing in 3 filings (33% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2021 Genesis G80?
Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2021 Genesis G80 earned an Overall Safety Rating of 5 out of 5 stars across 2 tested configuration(s).
Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2021 Genesis G80 get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2021 Genesis G80 range from 21 to 26 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
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