2019 Genesis G80 vs 2019 Kia Optima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Genesis G80 | 2019 Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 204 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 123 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 24–41 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 33,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Genesis G80 | Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 86 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 22 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 18 |
| Power Train | 1 | 16 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 15 |
| Structure | 0 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 0 | 30 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 20 |
| Stalling | 0 | 16 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 13 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
2019 Genesis G80
2019 Kia Optima
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.