NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Genesis Gv80
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
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.
The 2025 Genesis Gv80 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 3 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
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
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20561
Index breakdown
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/PANEL26V019000
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or fuel gauge, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to disable the high definition (HD) radio feature until the recall remedy has been performed. The audio video navigation software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or inspected and updated by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall
Reported 2026-01-16
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA24V584000
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2024. Owners may contact Genesis Customer service at 1-844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 024G.
Reported 2024-08-07
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.