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NHTSA crash test of the 2023 Genesis G80

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2023 Genesis G80

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

4Recalls
8Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE GENESIS G80

The Genesis G80 is a rear-wheel-drive luxury midsize sedan aimed squarely at buyers who want European-flavored refinement without the European badge premium. Sitting at the heart of the Genesis lineup, the G80 targets professionals and luxury-minded families who expect a polished, composed driving experience alongside genuine safety credentials. It competes with the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Audi A6 in one of the most demanding segments in the market.

VERDICT

The 2023 Genesis G80 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. It has 4 recalls on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Genesis G80 as one of the most compelling values in the luxury midsize sedan segment, praising its upscale interior execution, composed ride quality, and strong feature content relative to its price point. Most critics consider it a genuine alternative to the established German luxury brands rather than simply a near-luxury option, though some note that Genesis dealership networks remain smaller than those of longer-established rivals.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 10.1%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 17132

Index breakdown

Crash protection70/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record15.25/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS26V229000

Risk: 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. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in thi

Reported 2026-04-10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL25V105000

Risk: 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.

Reported 2025-02-20

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP24V282000

Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 022G. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-630.

Reported 2024-04-19

SEAT BELTS:FRONT23V094000

Risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

Remedy: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this rec

Reported 2023-02-16

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
0reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsFuel System 3Gasoline 3Wheels 1Air Bags 1Unknown Or Other 1Electrical System 1

Other G80 years

Rivals in Sedan (2023)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 17132), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Genesis G80 2023. Class rank 17 of 92 in Sedan 2023. Methodology · Disclosure