NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Genesis G70 Safety Record
The 2021 Genesis G70 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Genesis G70 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving it without a Safety Index score or star ratings. Despite this absence of crash data, the federal record indicates a heavy burden of recalls and owner complaints. Four separate recall campaigns have been issued, addressing critical components such as the ABS module and the fuel pump. Notably, one of these recalls includes a park-outside directive, underscoring the severity of the identified defect. This recall and complaint record warrants careful consideration from prospective buyers.
The 2021 Genesis G70 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to four recall campaigns documented in the NHTSA federal database at nhtsa.gov.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 4 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Genesis G70?
The 2021 Genesis G70 presents a significant safety profile, categorized in the "Heavy" recall and complaint burden band by MotorCaliber, the most severe tier. This classification stems from four distinct recall campaigns, with particular concern raised by a park-outside designation for the anti-lock braking system (ABS) module. Further complicating its safety record, the fuel delivery circuit is implicated in two separate recall actions, indicating a recurring issue within this critical system. Additionally, the turbocharger system for the 3.3-liter engine is part of a multi-model recall. Six owner complaints have been registered; while unverified, these include one reported crash and one reported fire, with engine components drawing the most allegations. Federal crash-test data is absent for the 2021 G70 and its sibling model years, leaving no star-rating context for structural safety. The presence of a park-outside recall, coupled with repeated fuel-system concerns, defines the Heavy classification for this model year.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Genesis G70 have any recalls?
The 2021 Genesis G70 carries four recall campaigns. Components covered include the fuel pump jet nozzle on 2.0L GDI engines, the ABS control module (a park-outside campaign issued in March 2021 covering 2019-2021 model years), a turbo and supercharger concern on 3.3-liter engines shared with other Genesis vehicles, and a fuel pump control and drive module affecting multiple Hyundai and Genesis performance models. The park-outside campaign is the most urgent designation NHTSA assigns short of a do-not-drive order.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE24V528000
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at
Reported 2024-07-12
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER24V191000
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 019G. This recall expands and replaces recall number 19V-538. Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-538 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Reported 2024-03-08
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE21V161000
Risk: An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 007G.
Reported 2021-03-10
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V569000
Risk: Insufficient fuel supply can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the fuel pump assembly jet nozzle, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 005G.
Reported 2020-09-21
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Genesis G70?
Six owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Genesis G70, including one alleged crash and one alleged fire. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The most frequently cited components in those reports are the Engine, followed by Unknown Or Other, Fuel and Propulsion System, Electrical System, Service Brakes, and Fuel System.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Genesis G70?
The 2021 Genesis G70 requires buyers to confirm recall completion before purchase. A critical campaign involves the ABS system, necessitating a park-outside warning. This is one of four open recall actions for the model year, and unaddressed repairs will transfer to the new owner. Shoppers should verify the status of these recalls for any specific vehicle via nhtsa.gov.
- The 2021 Genesis G70 received a park-outside recall designation in March 2021 for an ABS module that could malfunction and increase fire risk, covering 2019-2021 model years. This is one of the most serious recall classifications NHTSA issues.
- Two separate fuel-system recall campaigns affect the 2021 G70: one targeting the fuel pump jet nozzle on 2.0L GDI engines specifically, and a second broader campaign covering the fuel pump control and drive module across multiple Hyundai and Genesis performance models.
- Owner complaints submitted to NHTSA for this model year include one reported crash and one reported fire, with the engine component drawing four of the six total allegations. All complaints are unverified consumer reports, not confirmed incidents.
- NHTSA has no crash-test data for the 2021 Genesis G70, and no sibling model years of this vehicle have been tested either, leaving shoppers without any federal star-rating reference point for this generation.
RANKINGSWhere the 2021 Genesis G70 places
The 2021 Genesis G70 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2021 Genesis G70 safety questions
Was the 2021 Genesis G70 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Genesis G70 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Genesis G70, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Genesis G70?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Genesis G70. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Genesis G70 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.