2022 Genesis G70 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Exterior Lighting (9) · Fuel/Propulsion System (5) · Engine (3)
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Safety recalls (2)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:control/Drive Module 2024-07-11 · campaign 24V528000 · 54,647 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/Supercharger 2024-03-08 · campaign 24V191000 · 28,439 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 019G. This recall expands and replaces recall number 19V-538. Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-538 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Service bulletins (50)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-10-26 · 26-GI-003G TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update. the changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. refer to the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update key improv
Structure:body 2026-10-22 · 26-BD-011G · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
Back Over Prevention: Warnings 2026-10-14 · 26-GI-004G · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some genesis vehicles may be equipped with a parking distance warning (pdw) sensor(s) that may trigger various dtcs and display warning messages on the instrument cluster, resulting in the pdw sensor(s) failing to detect nearby objects or triggering multiple false alarms. this condition may be a res
Back Over Prevention: Warnings 2026-06-02 · 26-BE-016G TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some g70 (ik) vehicles may exhibit a false notification from the front parking distance warning (pdw) sensors when there is no object nearby. this may occur when the parts housing the sensor become loose, causing the sensor to falsely detect objects. there is no functional effect on the vehicle othe
Electrical System 2026-05-27 · 26-GI-002G TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 1st navigation map and software update. the changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. refer to the 2026 1st navigation map and software update key improv
Engine 2026-04-18 · 26-EE-003G TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. this bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary, replace the starter magnetic switch (solenoid) assembly.
Showing the 6 most recent of 50 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-02 · Exterior Lighting“water in both headlights, no external damage. can see hairline cracks all along the rim of the headlights. the turn signals are intermittently not working due to water. the issue was confirmed by the dealer however they said even though it’s a documented issue, my car was over the 60,000 mile warranty. i was at 63,000. the repair is $6000. …”
2026-09-01 · Unknown Or Other“but it started by my car constantly burning all like a crazy amount and then i sort of having problems with like the air conditioner, not blowing cool because if i would circulate it in the car, it would not be cool and then i started having coach go off code for my fuel sensor code for my co2 sensor code for all different sensors every time i take…”
2026-08-29 · Exterior Lighting“i own a 2022 genesis g70. the driver’s-side front headlamp assembly has developed significant and persistent moisture/condensation inside both sections of the lamp. the condensation does not clear during normal driving or after the lights have been operated for more than 30 minutes. the problem has now progressed from moisture inside the assembly t…”
2026-08-27 · Engine“i had started having problems with burning oil really quickly and it having lots of smoke out the tail pipe it was losing 2-3 quarts in a few days and after inspecting the left turbo pipe is cracked and leaking lots of oil and may be a fire hazard soon…”
2026-08-05 · Exterior Lighting“2022 genesis g70: severe moisture inside of headlights causing drl, blinkers, headlights, etc., to short out or completely stop working. i had them replaced once under warranty and the same thing happened again. the genesis dealership and genesis customer care now refuse to take responsibility bc my warranty expired. they gave me a quote of $6078…”
2026-06-09 · Power Train“i am reporting a recurring drivetrain defect in my 2022 genesis g70 3.3t sport prestige awd (current mileage: 20,000 miles). the vehicle produces a prominent, loud mechanical whining and droning noise specifically when driving within the speed range of 55 mph to 65 mph. the issue is highly load-dependent: the noise significantly intensifies and get…”
2026-04-27 · Exterior Lighting“excessive condensation in the front headlight that constitutes a safety issue during night driving. investigation into this needs conducted. i had the passenger side replaced under warranty but now i am outside warranty and the extended coverage excludes sealed headlight components. the dealership quoted $1600.00 to replace. excessive for a safety …”
2026-03-16 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 🔥 fire“i went go put gas in the car but as i start driving i was riding lost power of the car i pulled over but it was a school bus behind me that the bust drive had called the police i got out the car i seen smoke from the passionate side of the car seeing smoking. so i step back seen that the motor was on fire then it started busting out the windows and…”
2026-03-04 · Engine · 30,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 genesis g70. the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated to maintain automotive power while the accelerator pedal was depressed. no warning light was illuminated. in addition, the vehicle failed to exceed 45 mph occasionally and went into limp mode. the vehicle was restarted as a temporary fix. …”
2026-02-12 · Fuel/Propulsion System“my vehicle is covered under safety recall 023g involving an ecu update, inspection for dtc p0088, and high-pressure fuel pump replacement if inspection criteria are met. the recall is listed as completed, however the high-pressure fuel pump was not replaced, and the dealer has refused replacement. only an ecu update was performed. i continue to e…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.