Fuel system
Free remedy
Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2022 Genesis GV80Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 45 owner complaints for the 2022 Genesis GV80. Most complaints involve engine (14) and fuel/propulsion system (13). The EPA rates it 20–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
20–23mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest Apr 2026
Owner complaints
45
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$3,350est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
4 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN
Fuel system
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Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, GV80, G80, and G90 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Fuel system
Free remedy
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Genesis G80, GV80, and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
45 complaints filed with NHTSA · Mar 2022 – Oct 2026
- Engine14
- Fuel/propulsion system13
- Electrical system9
- Fuel system, gasoline5
- Seats4
- Vehicle speed control4
- Forward collision avoidance4
- Seat belts3
- Exterior lighting2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Engine
14 reports
“The contact owns a 2022 Genesis GV80. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle shut off unexpectedly. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was scheduled to be towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,392.”
Fuel/propulsion system
13 reports
“4/2/26, very hard to start the engine and engine warning light was blinking. noticed significant amount of fuel leaking on driver side of engine. The vehicle was towed to Genesis dealership. 4/3/26, engine cylinder #4 fuel leaking due to broken o-ring per dealership. Crossover fuel pipe and o-ring were replaced.”
Electrical system
9 reports1 crash
“The contact owns a 2022 Genesis GV80. The contact stated that upon start of the engine, the instrument panel had gone blank. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that an OTA(Over-The-Air) software update was performed which may have caused the failure. Approximately 20 minutes later, the instrument panel returned. Recently, the contact stated that the instrument cluster went blank and had never returned. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where they acknowledged the failure and informed the contact that the instrument panel had failed; the contact was given an estimate for the repair. Upon investigation, the contact was informed that a battery replacement may correct the failure; despite the battery replacement, the failure returned. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
3 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S8)
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GV80 RWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 25 | 23 | $3,350 | 394 |
| GV80 AWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 25 | 22 | $3,500 | 401 |
| GV80 AWD Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,850 | 448 |
- 23mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 20mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Genesis GV80 SUV AWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 15.5%
Overall
5 / 5
Genesis GV80 SUV RWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 16.9%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2022 GV80 questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Genesis GV80 have?
4 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
What are the most common 2022 Genesis GV80 problems?
Owners filed 45 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (14), fuel/propulsion system (13), electrical system (9). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2022 Genesis GV80 get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Genesis GV80 at 20–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).
How safe is the 2022 Genesis GV80?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Genesis GV80 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026