2018 Genesis G80 Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Genesis G80.

20172019
Complaints
113
Crashes
13
Fires
0
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
6

Worst 2018 Genesis G80 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#121 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:50,333 mi
Crash-related:3
#215 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:35,440 mi
Crash-related:2
#311 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:44,282 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Genesis G80.

Electrical Faults
21
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
50,333
Steering Defects
15
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
35,440
Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
44,282
Airbags
9
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
Avg Miles
126,500
Wheel Issues
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
8,735
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
14,553
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
3,500
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking Brake:Driveline:Hydraulic:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2018 Genesis G80

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~225,393 vehicles.

24V191000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
~28,439 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Genesis G80, 2017-2022 G90, and 2019-2022 G70 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak oil.

24V107000Electrical System:starter Assembly:solenoid
~90,907 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

21V160000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~94,646 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.

19V538000Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
~8,059 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Genesis G80 and 2017-2018 Genesis G90 vehicles equipped with 3.3 liter turbocharged engines. The turbocharger oil supply pipe may have a loose seal, causing oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold.

18V496000Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification
~3,305 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly detect that an adult is in the passenger seat, even if the seat is unoccupied. In the event of a crash, if a child or infant is in the seat, the front passenger air bag may deploy instead of being deactivated.

18V305000Side/Rear Glass · Visibility:windshield
~37 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Genesis G80 and Genesis G90 vehicles. The windshield and rear window on these vehicles may have been installed with incorrect primer, potentially reducing the glass bonding strength.

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2018 Genesis G80 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2018 Genesis G80 reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2018 Genesis G80 has 113 NHTSA complaints, 13 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 21 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2018 Genesis G80?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (21 complaints, avg 50,333 mi); Steering Defects (15 complaints, avg 35,440 mi); Engine Problems (11 complaints, avg 44,282 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Genesis G80?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 45,108 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2018 Genesis G80?
NHTSA complaints for the 2018 Genesis G80 include 13 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2018 Genesis G80 have any recalls?
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 225,393 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2018 Genesis G80?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2018 Genesis G80 shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Genesis G80 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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