NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV Safety Ratings
The 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
A notably low avoidance-tech score tempers the otherwise strong safety profile of the 2026 Genesis GV60 BEV. This model year achieves a five-star overall NHTSA crash rating, contributing to its NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, which places it in the Strong band. The vehicle launches with a clean recall record.
The 2026 Genesis GV60 BEV SUV AWD received a five-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 143 SUVs from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV ranks 88 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.2% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 88 of 143 SUVs tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV?
What defines the 2026 Genesis GV60 BEV from a safety standpoint is a strong debut across the core metrics MotorCaliber tracks. The 87/100 Safety Index lands in the Strong band, and because no prior-year Index is on file, this represents the baseline against which future model years will be measured. The crash-protection sub-score of 65 out of 70 is the primary driver of that figure, anchored by a five-star overall NHTSA result and near-perfect side and rollover scores. The frontal discipline at four stars is the only crack in that armor and is worth watching in future test cycles. The defect record sub-score of 20 out of 20 reflects the clean recall slate and absence of reported complaints, both consistent with a newly launched model year. The sharpest vulnerability this year is the avoidance-tech sub-score of just 2 out of 10. NHTSA data shows forward collision warning and lane departure warning are both listed as not present, while electronic stability control is standard. For a current-model-year vehicle in the premium SUV segment, that gap in active-safety scoring is the defining tension of this year's Index.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Genesis GV60 BEV achieved an overall five-star safety rating from NHTSA. While its side and rollover protection both secured five stars, and rollover risk registered a low 8 percent with no dynamic tip, the frontal impact rating was four out of five stars. This specific area prevented a clean sweep of perfect scores across all categories.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21131
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV have any recalls?
The 2026 Genesis GV60 BEV has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA at this time. There are no park-outside advisories and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should verify their specific VIN through the NHTSA recall database, as campaigns can be issued after a model year launches.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2026 Genesis GV60 BEV. No unverified allegations involving crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been reported. No specific components have been flagged. This absence of complaints reflects the vehicle's early market presence rather than a long complaint history.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV?
Because this is a current-model-year vehicle, any shopper should run the specific VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup tool before purchase or delivery. Zero recalls on file today does not guarantee that status holds, as campaigns can be announced after production begins. Confirm remedy completion on any future campaign before taking possession.
- The 2026 GV60 BEV is the first model year with a NHTSA Safety Index on file, scoring 87/100 in the Strong band, with no prior-year figure available for comparison.
- NHTSA awarded five stars overall, five stars for side protection, and five stars for rollover protection this model year, with rollover risk measured at 8 percent and a no-tip result in dynamic testing.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 is the weakest element of the 2026 Index, driven by NHTSA data showing forward collision warning and lane departure warning are not present on this configuration.
- Zero recall campaigns and zero NHTSA owner complaints are on file for this model year, producing a perfect defect-record sub-score of 20 out of 20, though the vehicle's limited time in market means this record is still early-stage.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV places
The 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV safety questions
Was the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 8.2%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Genesis Gv60 BEV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in SUV (2026)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 350e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 550e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander MHEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 21131), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Genesis Gv60 BEV 2026.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 88 of 143 in the SUV class for 2026.
- 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.