Genesis recalls 94,622 vehicles over fire risk: 2017–2020 G80 and 1 more – seats

Hyundai Motor America is recalling 2017–2020 Genesis G80, 2015–2016 Hyundai Genesis, 94,622 vehicles in all according to its report to regulators. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received the recall report on October 8, 2026. The problem: a fire risk.

Why it was recalled

NHTSA's summary of the defect: “Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis, and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The front power seat motors may overheat due to a stuck power seat control switch, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.” The consequence, in the agency's words: “A fire increases the risk of injury.”

Which vehicles

• 2017–2020 Genesis G80
• 2015–2016 Hyundai Genesis

What to do

NHTSA's advice: “Owners are advised to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the repair has been performed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners of Hyundai vehicles may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Genesis owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai recall number for this recall is 308 and Genesis' recall number is 035G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 13, 2026.” Owners can check whether their own car is included by entering the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls; repairs under a safety recall are free.

Cover: A dealership service department. Photo: Christopher Ziemnowicz, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Full details – every identifier, the recall dates and other recalls from Genesis – are on the recall page. Source: NHTSA recall notice.