Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2020 Genesis G70, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Fuel/propulsion system3
- Tires2
- Unknown or other2
- Electrical system2
- Service brakes1
- Power train1
- Wheels1
- Seat belts1
- Steering1
- Engine and engine cooling1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 3 2020 G70 vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 1 person died inside them. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2020 Genesis G70 failed the safety check 0.91% of the time — 23% less often than the average 2020 passenger car (1.18%). Median odometer at inspection: 25,303 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
In New Zealand
17 2020 cars are on the New Zealand register.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-star results for 2 variants; not yet fully rated. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Genesis G70 4 DR AWD | — | 0.0 % |
| 2020 Genesis G70 4 DR RWD | — | 0.0 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- Standard
- Lane departure warning
- Standard
- Best overall rating
- —
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 3 variants: combined 10.2–12.0 L/100 km (about 20–23 mpg US), CO₂ 238–284 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| G70 AWD · Compact · Premium gasoline | 11.4 | 8.6 | 10.2 |
| G70 · Compact · Premium gasoline | 12.8 | 8.5 | 10.9 |
| G70 AWD · Compact · Premium gasoline | 14.1 | 9.5 | 12.0 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
3 Transport Canada recalls for the 2020 Genesis G70.
| 2024403 11 Jul 2024 | Fuel System Issue: On certain vehicles, the high-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough and the check engine light may turn on. This cou… |
| 2024158 8 Mar 2024 | Engine Issue: Under certain conditions, the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly could become damaged. If this happens, oil could leak onto hot componen… |
| 2021134 10 Mar 2021 | Brakes Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem in the control module for the antilock brake system (ABS) could cause it to short circuit. Safety Risk: A short ci… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Genesis G80, 2017-2022 G90, and 2019-2022 G70 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak oil.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Genesis G70 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Genesis told its dealers about the 2020 Genesis G70: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11006825 | This bulletin provides information to inspect and replace the front or rear wheel bearing hub assemblies for all Genesis vehicles. This procedure is applicable when noise (whirring, roaring, grinding, rumbling, etc.) is present which gets louder when driving with more speed. |
| 10253052 | Certain vehicles may experience 504 Time Out errors when using the Genesis Connected Services Mobile App. When asked to provide Modem Information (IMEI/USIM), the Head Unit (HU) displays all zeros. This bulletin describes the procedure to update the Head Unit Software to correct this condition. |
| 10253051 | The bulletin describes the procedure to repair a head lining that exhibits noise from the sun visor pivot area. The noise is caused by contact between the non-woven fabric surface of the head lining and the roof panel. |
| 10253049 | Genesis applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. These spots are the result of moisture trapped between the PPF and the paint. |
| 10253048 | This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transmission for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transmission clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear). |
| 10253047 | This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and repair a G70 with the Wide Sunroof exhibiting creaking or rattling. |
| 10253043 | This bulletin provides a procedure to diagnose an 8-speed automatic transaxle with a harsh and/or delayed shift. |
| 10253042 | This bulletin provides a procedure to transfer oil pressure data to the TCU using GDS Mobile. This procedure is necessary to reduce the TCU learning time and improve the shift quality. Before replacing an automatic transmission: Input the data into the TCU using the GDS. Before replacing a TCU: Back up the oil pressure data from the old TCU into the GDS and then transfer the data to the new TCM. |
| 10253038 | This bulletin provides a procedure to transfer oil pressure data to the TCU using GDS Mobile. This procedure is necessary to reduce the TCU learning time and improve the shift quality. Before replacing an automatic transmission (Pages 2~3): Input the data from the new transmission into the TCU using the GDS. Before replacing a TCU (Pages 4~6): Back up the oil pressure data from the old TCU into the GDS and then transfer the data to the new TCM. |
| 10253032 | This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and if necessary repair brake pulsation on Genesis vehicles. |
| 10253031 | Certain vehicles (listed below) equipped with the HomeLink5 (Two Way Communication) mirror may experience programming and operating difficulties with the home garage system. This bulletin provides information related to some of the possible symptoms. |
| 10253026 | If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. If the vehicle fails the stall test, replace the transmission. PASS: Stall speed is between 1700~2900 rpm (See shop manual for stall speed). FAIL: Engine revs to redline limit (6,000~6,500 rpm). If so, replace the transmission. |
| 10253025 | This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear). |
| 10253024 | When servicing a vehicle with a Check Engine light and any of the DTCs listed below, follow the Service Procedure to replace the related solenoid and E-module or park position switch. |
| 10247603 | This bulletin is issued to provide the extended battery diagnosis procedure using GDS. This battery diagnosis function displays the various battery-related faults such as: Internal short circuit Battery deterioration Malfunction of electronic parts Insufficient battery charge Normal battery Charging defect Battery diagnosis uses the battery sensor history saved for the last 30 days and ICU diagnostic communication to track battery state of charge (SOC) and current parasitic draw history. |
| 10238384 | When servicing an 8-speed automatic transmission vehicle with a Check Engine light and any of the DTCs listed below, follow the Service Procedure and, if necessary, replace the E-module. |
| 10235574 | This bulletin addresses a condition of Idle Stop Go (ISG) inoperative not turning off the engine and provides information related to an ECU software update for improvement of: - ISG operation in relation to the battery SOH (State Of Health) condition (deleted as a criteria). - ISG engagement with satisfied battery SOC (State Of Charge). |
| 10235566 | Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. These spots are the result of moisture trapped between the PPF and the paint. |
| 10233543 | When servicing a vehicle with a Check Engine light and any of the DTCs listed below, follow the Service Procedure to replace the related solenoid and E-module or park position switch. |
| 10230903 | This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. |
| 10217309 | Certain 2019 2021MY G70 (IK) vehicles may exhibit abnormal creak and/or rattling noise from the wide sunroof assembly while driving on uneven road conditions. This bulletin outlines the procedures to repair this condition. |
| 10190044 | This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps. |
| 10189991 | When using Wireless CarPlay, the system may intermittently auto disconnect. When Wireless CarPlay is disconnected, a pop up message Phone Not Responding. Please reconnect it and try again will appear on the radio screen. |
| 10189989 | This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below. |
| 10185443 | When using Wireless CarPlay, the system may intermittently auto disconnect. When Wireless CarPlay is disconnected, a pop up message Phone Not Responding. Please reconnect it and try again will appear on the radio screen. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation