CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Genesis G80 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (23 reports).
2018 Genesis G80 recalls
Front seat motors can overheat and cause a fire
Certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles have front power seat motors that may overheat because the power seat control switch can get stuck.
Oil leak from turbo pipe can cause engine fire
The left turbocharger oil feed pipe on certain Genesis vehicles with a 3.3-liter turbocharged V6 may deteriorate over time and leak engine oil.
Water in starter can short circuit and cause engine fire
Water can enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short.
ABS Module Can Short Circuit and Cause an Engine Fire
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in these vehicles can malfunction and short circuit.
Oil Leak Near Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire
A turbocharger oil supply pipe may have a loose seal, allowing oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold.
Passenger airbag may fire on a child in front seat
The Occupant Classification System in some 2018 Genesis G80 vehicles may wrongly detect an adult in the front passenger seat even when the seat is empty.
Windshield and rear glass may detach while driving
Some 2018 vehicles may have had their windshield and rear window installed with incorrect primer, which can weaken the glass bond over time.
Most common 2018 Genesis G80 problems
Problem areas named in the 99 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Unknown Or Other | 19 |
| Steering | 16 |
| Engine | 13 |
| Wheels | 9 |
| Air Bags | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Tires | 4 |
What owners report
This complaint is filed regarding an under-hood thermal fire incident and unauthorized modification involving a federally mandated safety recall for a 2018 Genesis G80 (VIN: [XXX]). To resolve a starting issue, technicians at Van Hyundai in [XXX], bypassed the standard ignition circuit and installed an un-fused manual starter bypass switch kit. This bypass directly conflicted with active NHTSA Safety Recall Campaign 24V107000, which requires a specific fused relay kit (Part 91950-DH15KQQH) to prevent engine fires. This unauthorized, un-fused modification caused a severe electrical short and a subsequent thermal fire incident under the hood. The fire physically melted and destroyed the re
Failing oil pressure sensor which âblindsâ the driver of the engines true oil levels. It occasionally causes the car to go into âlimpâ mode or stall which could cause unnecessary and unreasonable traffic safety hazards. This is a well known and documented critical safety defect by Genesis as theyâve already executed a recall for the issue in their home country / market of South Korea.
When negotiating a curve, the steering wheel sticks and does not return to center without the driver forcing the wheel back to the required direction. Instead of a smooth and consistent feeling when turning the wheel, the steering wheel feels "locked" until the driver's force breaks the steering wheel free. In addition, the steering wheel makes a faint but noticeable grinding noise when turned in either direction. No warning lights illuminate.
The contact owns a 2018 Genesis G80. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V664000 (Seats); however, the parts to complete the recall repair were unavailable. The dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed the parts were unavailable to perform the recall repair.
After 2 hours on the road August 1, 2026 (from [XXX] to [XXX]), in 119-degree heat, the AC stopped blowing cold air out of the dash vents. There was cold air coming out of the rear-seat vent. The vehicle became unbearably hot. (Took my wife 2 days to recover from heat exhaustion.) The AC started working properly after the car sat for a few days in [XXX]. The Genesis Escondido service shop has not been able to duplicate the problem. The vehicle is still there at the shop. Genesis Customer Care assigned a case # XXX, but are unwilling to buy the car back, or do anything else except contact Genesis Escondido service dept. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA),
2018 Genesis G80 questions
Does the 2018 Genesis G80 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2018 Genesis G80: Front seat motors can overheat and cause a fire; Oil leak from turbo pipe can cause engine fire; Water in starter can short circuit and cause engine fire; ABS Module Can Short Circuit and Cause an Engine Fire; Oil Leak Near Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Genesis G80?
Based on 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (23), Unknown Or Other (19), Steering (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Genesis G80 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.