2017 Genesis G80 engine problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 Genesis G80 — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“When you press on the gas accelerator- the car only moves at a few miles per hour. This is intermittent but makes the car undriveable and very dangerous to drive in traffic. The throttle body was replaced but now geneis says it is another electrical issue and the car needs a new harness- but gensis…”
filed Jun 17, 2026
“My oil light kept flashing on while driving until I come to complete stop. Had to take it to Genesis dealership in [XXX] Ms. They did a check on my vehicle and found the problem. I had to pay to replace these issues the sender assy-oil pressure & the harness-op sensor. The total bill was $1,012.14…”
filed Apr 1, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other G80 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 G80 | 5 | 19% |
| 2018 G80 | 11 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Genesis G80
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.