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The 2017 Genesis G80 is associated with 65 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 2 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.

The most frequently reported component area is Electrical System, accounting for 13 reports (20% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 3 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3.8l 6-cyl and 5l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 18 to 22 MPG combined.

Official Federal Record Profile
  • • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 65 consumer reports filed
  • • Safety Recall Campaigns: 2 official campaigns
  • • Primary Defect Domain: Electrical System (13 / 20%)
  • • Field Incident Signals: 3 crash / 0 fire / 3 injury reports
  • • NCAP Crash Safety: 5 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
  • • EPA Certified Range: 18–22 MPG across 3 powertrain trims
Directly compiled from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA NCAP, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.

What is the fuel economy and range of the 2017 Genesis G80?

Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant

Variant Engine Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Est. Annual Fuel Cost
G80 RWD 3.8L 6-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 18 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $2,800 / yr
G80 AWD 3.8L 6-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 16 MPG 25 MPG 19 MPG — $3,250 / yr
G80 RWD 5L 8-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 15 MPG 23 MPG 18 MPG — $4,200 / yr
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.

What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2017 Genesis G80?

Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant Overall Rating Frontal Crash Side Crash Rollover Rating Rollover Risk
4 DR AWD 9.5%
4 DR RWD 9.5%
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2017 Genesis G80 models.
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What defect complaints are reported for the 2017 Genesis G80?

Summary of 65 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Total Complaints
65
Crash Reports
3
Fire Reports
0
Complaints w/ Injury
3
Total Injuries
3

Top Reported Problem Categories

Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA

Electrical System 13 complaints
Engine 8 complaints
Powertrain 4 complaints
Wheels & Hubs 4 complaints (1 crash)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 3 complaints

Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.

View all 2017 Genesis G80 problems & component breakdown (28 categories) →

Are there open safety recalls on the 2017 Genesis G80?

Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA

NHTSA Campaign #24V107000 Active Recall
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID

Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
NHTSA Campaign #21V160000 Active Recall
Affected Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.
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Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2017 Genesis G80

Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2017 Genesis G80

How many safety recalls does the 2017 Genesis G80 have?

The 2017 Genesis G80 is associated with 2 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.

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Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

What are the most common problems reported for the 2017 Genesis G80?

NHTSA records list 65 consumer defect complaints for the 2017 Genesis G80. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Electrical System, appearing in 13 filings (20% of submissions).

Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.

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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2017 Genesis G80?

Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2017 Genesis G80 earned an Overall Safety Rating of 5 out of 5 stars across 2 tested configuration(s).

Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.

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Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP)

What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2017 Genesis G80 get?

Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2017 Genesis G80 range from 18 to 22 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.

Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.

Compare MPG ratings across all certified trims →
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov Certified Database
Official US Government Data Provenance

The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:

  • NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
  • NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
  • U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.

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