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NHTSA crash test of the 2024 Genesis G80

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2024 Genesis G80

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

2Recalls
1Complaints
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 2024 Genesis G80 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 98 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 2 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 19522

Index breakdown

Crash protection70/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record18/20
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

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsLane Departure 1

Other G80 years

Rivals in Sedan (2024)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 19522), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Genesis G80 2024. Class rank 12 of 91 in Sedan 2024. Methodology · Disclosure