Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 65/100 (GOOD)

2024 Genesis GV80 Reliability Report

The 2024 Genesis GV80 has good reliability but ranks below average among 2024 SUVs, mainly because of electrical power loss and shutdowns.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

7.4per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

N/A

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,450–$3,800

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity70/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs40/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact80/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity80/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Good reliability but below average for its class, with electrical power loss and sudden shutdowns as the main complaints and the same 17 complaints as 2025.

Top Issues to Watch

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (5)
SERVICE BRAKES (3)
ENGINE (2)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Post-Redesign (Year 4)

2024 is year 4 of the First generation (JX1).

Redesigned for the 2021 model year.
Well-established in its generation — most early issues should be resolved.
1st generation GV80 (US).

What this means for buyers

Well into the generation cycle — most design and manufacturing issues should be resolved by now.

2021: First generation (JX1) Launch

Generation start — new platform.

2024: This Model Year

2024 is year 4 of the First generation (JX1).

Should You Buy the 2024 Genesis GV80?

The reliability standing is good, but this year falls below average among 2024 SUVs. Owners filed 17 complaints, or 7.4 per 10,000 sold, and one involved an injury. The 2025 model rates about the same, with 17 complaints and 3 recalls, so neither year has a clear edge.

Electrical faults lead the complaints. Owners describe the car losing all power while driving and sometimes restarting seconds later, batteries that won't hold a jump start, and doors that won't open after sitting for weeks. Dealers often find no fault, and repairs can drag on for months. Some owners report the car shutting off on the freeway and dropping into neutral without warning. Automatic emergency braking can trigger with nothing ahead, and one owner saw the brake pedal sink to the floor on a hill. The injury came from a tire that tore apart at highway speed on a car with fewer than 20,000 miles. Federal records list two recalls, covering fuel and electrical systems.

Ask the seller for proof that both recalls were completed, and for service records on battery drain or sudden power loss. Repeated no-fault dealer visits are a warning sign.

Compared to the 2025 Genesis GV80, which scored 1 points lower.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+Low recall count
+Below-average complaint rate for SUV

Cons

−ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Car loses all power while driving, then sometimes restarts itself seconds later (5 complaints)
−SERVICE BRAKES: Automatic emergency braking kicks in with nothing ahead (3 complaints)

Compare 2024 Genesis GV80 With

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE

Reliability: 70/100

Good

2024 BMW X5

Reliability: 57/100

Mixed

2024 Volvo XC90

Reliability: 73/100

Good

2024 Audi Q7

Reliability: 70/100

Good

2024 Lexus RX

Reliability: 85/100

Excellent

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK

2 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

HIGH RISK

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (5)
SERVICE BRAKES (3)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

recalls on record

The 2024 Genesis GV80 carries 2 recalls — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

7.4

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 6.9

LowAvgHigh

Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2024 Genesis GV80 Recall Details

2 recalls have been issued for the 2024 Genesis GV80. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

26V2290002026-04-10

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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.

Consequence

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 20, 2026. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.

25V1050002025-02-20

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2023-2024 G80, GV80, 2025 GV70 and 2023-2025 GV70 "Electrified" vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Consequence

An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel display software, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 026G.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2024 Genesis GV80? Check its history first

Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2024 Genesis GV80, and 2 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2024 Genesis GV80 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 16.9%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Knee (Driver)Additional Air Bags (Front Center Air Bag)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard/Optional)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row/Roof)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Genesis GV80Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

20–22 MPG

Fuel cost: $3,450–$3,800/yr

Fuel only

18–20 city / 23–24 hwy MPG

Based on EPA fuel-cost estimates. Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2024 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
GV80 AWD 2.5L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	20	24	22	$3,450
GV80 AWD 3.5L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	18	23	20	$3,800

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2024 Genesis GV80.

Ask for service records showing battery replacements, parasitic drain diagnosis, or software updates.
Check that doors unlock and the car starts on the first try after it sits overnight.
Drive a long highway stretch and watch for sudden shutdowns, shifts into neutral, or warning messages.
Pull away from stops on an empty road and watch for false collision warnings or automatic braking.
Test adaptive cruise control behind traffic and confirm it detects the vehicle ahead.
Accelerate through turns from a stop and feel for hesitation.
Stop on a hill and confirm the brake pedal stays firm and the parking brake holds.
Inspect the windshield for chips or cracks and the tires for cuts or bulges.

2024 Genesis GV80 Common Problems by Component

17 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (5)SERVICE BRAKES (3)ENGINE (2)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2)WHEELS (2)FUEL SYSTEM (1)SEATS (1)STEERING (1)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 complaints

The car loses all power while driving, then sometimes restarts itself seconds later. Reports also describe dead batteries that won't hold a jump start, a car that starts itself in a closed garage, and doors that won't open after the car sits for weeks. Dealers often find no fault or blame an unexplained parasitic battery drain, and repairs can drag on for months. Owners also mention unfixed software faults and trouble getting a replacement battery. A sudden shutdown at speed is a clear crash risk.

5 complaints total

SERVICE BRAKES

3 complaints

Automatic emergency braking kicks in with nothing ahead. It happens when leaves blow past, at highway speed, or when pulling away from a stop, and it can briefly lock the wheels. Adaptive cruise control may also fail to detect vehicles ahead. A separate report describes the brake pedal sinking to the floor at a stop on a hill, with a brake system warning, and the parking brake failing too. Both patterns carry a real risk of rear-end collisions or loss of control.

3 complaints total

ENGINE

2 complaints

The car shuts off on the freeway and drops into neutral and accessory mode without warning, so the driver cannot accelerate. Other reports describe hesitation under acceleration, especially when turning at intersections. Dealers either cannot reproduce the hesitation after repeated visits or say the car is operating as designed. Losing power in traffic creates a real crash risk, and owners say the manufacturer is slow to respond.

2 complaints total

UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints)

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 complaints

Windshields crack from small rock chips, even at low speed, and a chip can spread into a full crack quickly. Some cars get repeat cracks. Separately, the infotainment screen pops up SiriusXM promotions at random while the car is moving, which owners find distracting. Neither problem affects how the car drives, but the pop-ups pull the driver's attention off the road, and a cracked windshield has to be replaced.

2 complaints total

WHEELS (2 complaints)

WHEELS

2 complaints

A tire tears apart at highway speed. One injury is reported, on a car with fewer than 20,000 miles. The other complaint filed here actually describes the car shutting off on the freeway and dropping into neutral with no warning lights. The dealer said it needed a new transmission. That shutdown matches the reports filed under engine. Both failures happen at speed and create a serious crash risk.

2 complaints total1 injury

FUEL SYSTEM (1 complaints)

FUEL SYSTEM

1 complaint

2026-03-17

The contact owns a 2024 Genesis GV80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V229000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal gasoline odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. While the vehicle was parked, the gasoline odor was also present outside the vehicle, especially while parked in the garage at the residence. The contact stated that there was condensation underneath the vehicle near the fuel tank. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, but was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 17,000.

SEATS (1 complaints)

SEATS

1 complaint

2026-03-18

I have a concern with the power folding rear seats to increase the cargo space. It doesn't stopped if you are sitting in the seat and pushed the button. I tested it myself. This to me is very alarming and Genesis need to fix it or someone will get hurt or killed like the Hyundai Palisades case. A child shouldn't have to lose their life for Hyundai to fix a known issue. I really hope Genesis will follow suit and fix the problem before anyone else get hurt.

STEERING (1 complaints)

STEERING

1 complaint

2025-08-19

I purchased this vehicle new from the dealer. At approximately 8500 miles a noise developed with the steering. It was a low pitched hum. I have taken the vehicle to the dealer a total of 3 times to repair the issue. They have performed the TSB work 3 times and it has not resolved the issue. I just picked up the vehicle for the 3rd time from the dealer and they say that there is nothing more at this point. They know it's an issue and since it involves the steering it's a safety issue.

Best & Worst Genesis GV80 Years

Best Genesis GV80 Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

2024

(Current Model)

2Recalls

17Complaints

Genesis GV80 Years to Avoid

No Genesis GV80 years are statistical outliers in our data.

Scores stay between 64 and 65 across 2 scored model years.

See full Genesis GV80 years-to-avoid analysis

Genesis GV80 Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Genesis GV80 reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2024	65/100	Good
2025	64/100	Good

Genesis GV80 Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2025	64/100	-1	Good	3	17
2024(selected)	65/100	—	Good	2	17

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2024 Genesis GV80 reliable?

Its reliability standing is good, but it falls below average against other 2024 SUVs. Owners filed 17 complaints, a modest number, though several describe serious events such as sudden power loss at speed. Electrical trouble is the biggest concern, so check the car's battery and recall history before buying.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Genesis GV80?

Electrical problems are the most reported, with five complaints. Next come service brakes with three, then wheels and engine with two each. Owners describe power loss while driving, dead batteries, false emergency braking, a torn tire, and freeway shutdowns that drop the car into neutral.

Does the 2024 Genesis GV80 have electrical problems?

Yes, electrical issues are the top complaint area. Owners report total power loss while driving, a battery that won't take a jump, a car that starts itself in a closed garage, and doors that stay shut after weeks of sitting. Dealers often find no fault, and some repairs take months.

Has the 2024 Genesis GV80 been recalled?

Federal recall records show two recalls for this model year. They cover the fuel system and the electrical system. The records here give no more detail, so ask the seller or a Genesis dealer to confirm that both recalls were completed on the specific car.

Is the 2025 Genesis GV80 more reliable than the 2024?

Not clearly. The 2025 model also has good reliability and rates about the same as the 2024. Both years have 17 complaints, but the 2025 has 3 recalls compared with 2 for the 2024, so the choice should rest on the individual car's records.

Don’t buy a 2024 Genesis GV80 without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2024 Genesis GV80

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2024 Genesis GV80 does best on recall impact (80/100) and worst on repair costs (40/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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