Every Genesis Safety Recall In The UK, By Model And Year, With What Each Fault Means And How To Get It Fixed
Genesis has 9 UK safety recalls in DVSA records, including 9 since 2020. The most common recent faults involve loss of power, seat belts and visibility. Enter your registration to check your Genesis; you won't usually pay for a recall repair at a franchised Genesis dealer.1
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Latest Genesis Recalls
These are the newest Genesis recalls registered with DVSA, newest first.
9 recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GV60The vehicle windscreen upper moulding may partially detach | 2,102 | Book soon | R/2025/464 | |
| GV60The rear inner driveshaft may develop noise resulting in a loss of drive | 19 | Urgent | R/2024/170 | |
| G80, GV60, GV70The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become defective and stop charging the 12-volt battery which can result in the vehicle entering into a ‘failsafe’ driving mode | 2,372 | Low | R/2024/165 | |
| GV70, GV80The rear driveshaft may develop noise resulting in a loss of drive | 13 | Urgent | R/2024/155 | |
| G80, GV60, GV70, GV70EV and 1 moreFront seat pre-tensioners may malfunction | 925 | Urgent | R/2023/195 | |
| GV60The rear driveshafts could fail causing a loss of drive | 576 | Urgent | R/2023/150 | |
| G80EVSome vehicles might experience a front seat belt pretensioner malfunction | 21 | Urgent | R/2022/357 | |
| G80EV, GV60, GV70EVTemporary parking brake release is possible whwn an instantaneous error occurs in the sensing signal | 139 | Urgent | R/2022/184 | |
| GV80A software issue means the low-pressure warning light will not illuminate at the correct time to advise the driver the tyre pressure has reduced | 109 | Book soon | R/2022/121 |
Open any reference for the build dates covered, the fix and what to do. Urgency labels follow our published rules.
Genesis Recalls By Model
Choose your model to see only its recalls. The GV60, GV70 and GV80 have the most Genesis recall references since 2015.
- GV606
- GV703
- GV803
- G802
- GV70EV2
- G80EV2
A recall can cover only certain build dates or engines, so confirm with Genesis by VIN. See where to find your VIN.
How Many Recalls Has Genesis Had?
Since 2020 Genesis has launched 9 UK recalls.
A higher count doesn't mean a car is less reliable: it reflects the size of the range, how vans are counted and how readily a maker recalls. See which car makes have the most recalls.
The Most Common Genesis Recall Faults
Recent Genesis recalls most often involve loss of power, seat belts and visibility.
- Loss of power3
- Seat belts2
- Visibility1
- Brakes1
- Wheels and tyres1
- Software1
A recall can involve more than one type of fault, so the rows overlap. 33% of Genesis recalls include a software update, often done in under an hour. Each fault type links to a page explaining the warning signs and what to do.
Biggest Genesis Recalls Since 2020
The largest recent Genesis recall is R/2024/165 (the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become defective and stop charging the 12-volt battery which can result in the vehicle entering into a ‘failsafe’ driving mode), covering about 2,372 vehicle-records.
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis G80, GV60, GV70The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become defective and stop charging the 12-volt battery which can result in the vehicle entering into a ‘failsafe’ driving mode | 2,372 | Low | R/2024/165 | |
| Genesis GV60The vehicle windscreen upper moulding may partially detach | 2,102 | Book soon | R/2025/464 | |
| Genesis G80, GV60, GV70, GV70EV and 1 moreFront seat pre-tensioners may malfunction | 925 | Urgent | R/2023/195 | |
| Genesis GV60The rear driveshafts could fail causing a loss of drive | 576 | Urgent | R/2023/150 | |
| Genesis G80EV, GV60, GV70EVTemporary parking brake release is possible whwn an instantaneous error occurs in the sensing signal | 139 | Urgent | R/2022/184 |
Vehicle-records are the manufacturer's estimates, and one car can appear in several recalls.
How To Get A Genesis Recall Fixed
Book with any franchised Genesis dealer using your VIN and the campaign code on your letter. The work is normally free, and the dealer records it with Genesis.1
| Genesis customer or recall line | 0800 8048 115 (Customer Services) |
| Last checked | 15 October 2026 |
Have your VIN, registration, mileage and the code from your letter ready. See manufacturer recall helplines and how long a recall repair takes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Genesis Recalls Free?
Yes. You won't usually pay for a safety recall repair.1 See do you have to pay for a recall?.
Do Genesis Recalls Expire?
No. A recall stays in force for any car that wasn't fixed, even after it is closed for reporting.2 See do car recalls expire?.
Can I Drive My Genesis With An Open Recall?
Follow your letter. Most recalls let you drive until the repair; a stop-drive notice doesn't. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
What Does The Code On My Genesis Letter Mean?
It is Genesis's campaign reference. Look it up with our recall code lookup.
Data: DVSA vehicle recall data (Open Government Licence v3.0), updated 15 October 2026.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.
- Code timelines: Producers normally respond to DVSA within 28 days (5.5); DVSA reviews are typically monthly (5.4). DVSA must be notified "as soon as the safety defect has been confirmed" (6.1). 3 notifications per motorist is seen as reasonable (8.3). Response rates are reported every three months (11.1).