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NHTSA crash test of the 2024 Genesis Gv80

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2024 Genesis Gv80

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

2Recalls
17Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE GENESIS GV80

The Genesis GV80 is a midsize luxury SUV that launched in the United States for the 2021 model year, positioning itself as a direct challenger to established European and Japanese premium brands. Aimed at affluent buyers who want a refined, well-appointed alternative to the segment's usual suspects, the GV80 serves as the flagship SUV for Hyundai's luxury arm and carries significant brand-building weight for Genesis.

VERDICT

The 2024 Genesis Gv80 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 84 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 2 recalls on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the GV80 as one of the more compelling entries in the midsize luxury SUV segment, praising its cabin refinement, high-quality interior materials, and composed ride comfort. Driving dynamics are typically described as smooth and confidence-inspiring rather than sporty. Most professional assessments position the GV80 as strong value within the luxury tier, with interior presentation that competes directly with longer-established European rivals.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

OverallNot rated
Frontal
SideNot rated
Rollover
Rollover risk 15.5%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19531

Index breakdown

Crash protection56/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record17.75/20
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

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

0reported crash
0reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsEngine 5Electrical System 5Unknown Or Other 3Service Brakes 3Forward Collision Avoidance 3Wheels 2

Other Gv80 years

Rivals in SUV (2024)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 19531), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Genesis Gv80 2024. Class rank 94 of 144 in SUV 2024. Methodology · Disclosure