2022 Genesis GV70Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 97 owner complaints about the 2022 Genesis GV70, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-796 the manufacturer reports only 46% of affected cars repaired.

2022 Genesis GV70

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 27, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2022 Genesis GV70 has problems

97 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Fuel/propulsion system290
Power train220
Engine210
Vehicle speed control101
Electrical system101
Steering80
Forward collision avoidance82
Lane departure60
Exterior lighting60
9 other systems256

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

5 recalls

2022 Genesis GV70 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

5%repaired · 2026 Q3

Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

New

Recall 26V-229 · Apr 10, 2026 · 94,760 vehicles · 4,529 repaired

Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

94%repaired · 2025 Q1

Seat belts: front

Recall 23V-094 · Feb 16, 2023 · 65,517 vehicles · 61,830 repaired

Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Show 1 more recall
46%repaired · 2023 Q4

Seat belts: front

Recall 21V-796 · Oct 13, 2021 · 978 vehicles · 449 repaired

Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner could project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Genesis.

Best & worst years

2022 vs. every other GV70 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the GV70 median. How we score

'22'23'24'25'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2022 Genesis GV70 safety ratings

2022 Genesis GV70 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2022 Genesis GV70, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Seat Belt Pretensioners May RuptureRQ22003 · closed May 26, 2023
    Led to recall 23V-094
In owners' words

What GV70 owners report

Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The fuel pump was no longer connected, and the engine had a crack, with oil leaking, without an engine light coming on until the very end. Loss of steering control and inability to accelerate.
Complaint 11771769 · Oct 16, 2026
VIN # [XXX] - My tracking number assigned by NHTSA is11755682. Today, [XXX], I received a voicemail from Vanessa at GMA Case Management,, Re: Case #[XXX], stating that she would be resolving my case. This case/inspection she prompted following a serious smoke-related incident on [XXX]. This…
Complaint 11771767 · Oct 16, 2026
My 2022 Genesis G70 has experienced repeated turbocharger and exhaust-system problems. In August and September 2025, the vehicle was serviced for exhaust/turbo-related gaskets and clamps and a misfire condition. It later developed knocking, sluggish acceleration, and additional turbo problems. The…
Complaint 11763477 · Sep 10, 2026

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