What Genesis GV70 owners have reported to NHTSA, the service bulletins the manufacturer sent dealers, and any federal defect investigations, by model year. See Genesis GV70 safety recalls or check your VIN.
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA, by the model year of the vehicle. A high count can also mean a popular year, so compare it with how many were sold.
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injured | Deaths | TSBs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2026 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 30 |
| 2025 | 38 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 37 |
| 2024 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| 2023 | 69 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 70 |
| 2022 | 93 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 60 |
The vehicle systems named most often in Genesis GV70 complaints (one complaint can name several).
In the owners’ own words, as filed with NHTSA. Unverified reports; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
There is an intermittent malfunction on startup. A warning alarm and large graphic saying, "check tire pressure monitoring system." The vehicle has a full bumper-to-bumper warranty from the manufacturer. I have documented the problem through multiple videos and pictures, but since the diagnostic codes show everything is fine, the dealer is refusing to do anything at all. I don't feel safe driving a car that has random alarm warnings regarding tire pressure.
Phone charging pad does not charge and phone gets extremely hot
Day after purchasing gv70, upon starting vehicle, the brake pedal went all the way down to the floor. After taking foot off brake and reapplying foot pressure, the pedal responded accurately and I started the car. This occurred a second time and upon the 3rd time, I contacted the dealership. The third incident occurred with 4300 miles on it. First incident under 500 and second under 750
The vehicle experienced difficulty starting, followed by the engine nearly stalling. Immediately afterward, diagnostic trouble code P0087F0 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low) was triggered and stored as an open code. This indicates the fuel rail/system pressure dropped below the level needed for normal engine operation, meaning the engine was not receiving adequate fuel. The failed component appears to be the fuel delivery/fuel pressure system (fuel pump or fuel rail). The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. My safety may be put at risk because the engine nearly stalled while driving, which could cause a sudden loss of power in traffic, while merging, or at highway speed. T…
I had noticed my GV70 had not been functioning correctly for about 3 weeks prior to scheduled maintenance due. The vehicle has become slow and sluggish accelerating. Was concerning as I had pulled out in traffic not expecting limited acceleration. NO check engine or warning signs displayed. I traveled from Midland, TX to Genesis of Grapevine for scheduled maintenance to be performed. Later that day was informed that my radiator had been crack. Due to road debris and my extended warranty would not cover it most likely. Of course road damage would have had caused this as my expensive vehicle has never been off road. After researching Genesis Forum I have learned that this is a structura…
The headlight assemblies, both headlights, (headlamp housing) failed due to structural factory stress fracturing. The polycarbonate outer lens has developed clean, horizontal hairline cracks originating directly from the sealed lower edge where the housing meets the internal bumper brackets. This structural failure has breached the factory seal, causing severe water pooling inside the light assembly. Yes, the vehicle and the failing component are available for inspection upon request. The severe water accumulation inside the headlamp assembly poses an immediate night-driving safety hazard. Moisture intrusion directly exposes critical electrical connections and LED components to pooling wate…
While driving on the expressway during rush-hour traffic, multiple warning lights illuminated on the dashboard and several error messages appeared. At the same time, the vehicle began repeatedly jerking while I was traveling at low speed in heavy traffic. I continued driving for approximately 10 seconds, but the jerking continued. Because of the unusual vehicle behavior and the warning messages, I pulled over to the side of the road. After stopping, I attempted to shift the transmission into Park, but the vehicle would not allow me to change the gear. I turned the engine off and restarted the vehicle, but I was still unable to shift the vehicle into Drive. I attempted this three times. On …
The contact owns a 2026 Genesis GV70. The contact stated that while driving approximately 14 MPH, the automated brakes independently and violently engaged. The sudden braking caused the contactâs head to strike the driverâs side door frame, resulting in a head injury and a brief loss of consciousness. There were no warning lights illuminated prior to the failure, but the vehicle entered "Emergency Mode" during the failure. Medical attention was required, resulting in an emergency room visit. The contact stated that after the failure, the power seats became inoperable and batteries were draining abnormally. The battery failure locked the doors, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer to u…
Repair instructions and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about known issues. A TSB is not a recall, and the repair is usually free only while the car is under warranty; ask your dealer for the bulletin number.
Some GV70 (JK1, JK1A), GV80 (JX1) and G80 (RG3) vehicles may have a hum or whine noise condition from the rear differential at certain speeds. This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect the vehicle for the hum or whine noise and, if necessary, to tighten the rear differential lock nut to specification. If the hum or whine noise remains after tightening the lock nut, then this bulletin provides instructions to replace the rear differential or other driveline components as necessary.
Certain 2023 â 2025 model year Genesis GV60, 2023 â 2025 model year Genesis GV70 Electrified, and 2023 â 2025 model year Genesis G80 Electrified vehicles may require replacement of the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) and ICCU Fuse. At Genesis, we are committed to providing vehicles of outstanding quality and value. In an effort to meet this commitment, Genesis is extending the warranty coverage for the ICCU and ICCU Fuse Replacement under this condition to 15 years or 180,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use and is valid for original and subseq
Certain GV70 (JK1) vehicles may experience an intermittent A/C inoperative condition when the engine is started after the air conditioner has been operated with the ignition switch in the ON position. During engine cranking, a temporary low-voltage condition may cause the blower motor protection logic to activate, resulting in the A/C system turning OFF and remaining inoperative until the vehicle is restarted.
Certain GV70 (JK1) vehicles may experience an intermittent A/C inoperative condition when the engine is started after the air conditioner has been operated with the ignition switch in the ON position. During engine cranking, a temporary low-voltage condition may cause the blower motor protection logic to activate, resulting in the A/C system turning OFF and remaining inoperative until the vehicle is restarted. This bulletin provides the procedure to update the ATCU (Air Temperature Control Unit) software to revise blower motor protection logic and prevent this condition from occurring.
Certain GV70 (JK1A) vehicles may exhibit a Data Connectivity Unit (DCU) software error due to the internal timer initialization logic not being implemented. The DCU module may shut down telematics services after one year. This bulletin provides instructions to perform a software update for the DCU module.
Certain GV70 Electrified (JK1A EV) vehicles may exhibit a Data Connectivity Unit (DCU) software error due to the internal timer initialization logic not being implemented. The DCU module may shut down telematics services after one year. This bulletin provides instructions to perform a software update for the DCU module.
Certain 2026MY GV70 (JK1A) and 2026MY GV70 Electrified (JK1A) vehicles may exhibit a Data Communication Unit (DCU) software error due to the internal timer initialization logic not being implemented. The DCU module may shut down telematics services after one year. Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) 26-01-017G-1 26-01-018G-1 provide instructions to perform a software update for the DCU module. Over-the-Air (OTA): This update can also be conducted via OTA. Guests cancomplete on their own if they have an active subscription to Genesis Connected Services. A visit to retailers is not required if th
Certain 2026MY G70 (IK) and 2027MY G80 (RG3) vehicles may exhibit a water-flowing or gurgling noise from the front center air vents during engine start-up. This condition may be caused by trapped air within the engine cooling system. Follow the procedure below to properly bleed the cooling system and remove any trapped air.
Certain 2026MY G70 (IK) and 2027MY G80 (RG3) vehicles may exhibit a water-flowing or gurgling noise from the front center air vents during engine start-up. This condition may becaused by trapped air within the engine cooling system. Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 26-01-064G provides instructions to properly bleed the cooling system and remove any trapped air.
Genesis is extending the warranty coverage for the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) and ICCU fuse to 15 years/180,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever occurs first) and is valid for original and subsequent owners. Follow the flowchart in Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 26-EV-004G to check for an active or stored occurrence of any Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) that requires replacement of the ICCU and replace the ICCU and ICCU fuse if necessary. Some vehicles may have an active DTC that requires ICCU replacement. Please note that any vehicl
Genesis is extending the warranty coverage for the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) and ICCU fuse to 15 years/180,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever occurs first) and is valid for original and subsequent owners.
Genesis is extending the warranty coverage for the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) and ICCU fuse to 15 years / 180,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever occurs first) and is valid for original and subsequent owners. Follow the flowchart in this bulletin to check for an active or stored occurrence of any Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) that requires replacement of the ICCU and replace the ICCU and ICCU fuse if necessary. Some vehicles may have an active DTC that requires ICCU replacement.
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opens these when complaints point to a possible safety defect. Many end in a recall.
On August 8, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Recall Query (RQ) based on 3 incidents alleging front seat belt pretensioners that may rupture during deployment, on model year (MY) 2020-2022 of various Hyundai and Kia Models, resulting in 3 injuries (note: one incident occurred outside the U.S. and its territories).Between October 2021 and March 2023, Hyundai and Kia have filed the following 11 safety recalls for pretensioner rupture: NHTSA Recall No. 21V-796, 22V-069, 2
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation public data (complaints, manufacturer communications, investigations), model years 2010 and later. Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA.
In complaints filed with NHTSA for model years 2022–2027, owners most often name: electrical system, engine, power train. 245 complaints are on record.
No. A complaint is an unverified report from an owner. A technical service bulletin (TSB) is the manufacturer telling dealers how to fix a known issue; it is not a safety recall and is usually covered only under warranty. A recall is a formal safety action, and its repair is free.
File a vehicle safety complaint at NHTSA.gov. NHTSA reads every report, and patterns of complaints are what open defect investigations and, eventually, recalls.
