Model year 2026 · Compact Cars
2026 Genesis G70: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings
EPA rates the 2026 Genesis G70 at 19–24 mpg combined across 4 versions. NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for this model year.
Safety recalls
0
EPA combined mpg
19–24
NHTSA overall rating
—
Recall file dated Oct 28, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 28, 2026, 7:36 AM EDT
Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Genesis dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.
2026 Genesis G70 recalls
NHTSA's recall file lists 0 safety recalls for the 2026 Genesis G70, newest first.
No recalls are listed for the 2026 Genesis G70 in NHTSA's recall file as of Oct 28, 2026.
Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.
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2026 Genesis G70 fuel economy by version
EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City/Hwy/Comb | Fuel cost/yr | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G70 AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 20/28/23 mpg | $3,550 | 385 |
| G70 AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17/23/19 mpg | $4,350 | 466 |
| G70 RWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-speed | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 21/29/24 mpg | $3,400 | 373 |
| G70 RWD | 3.3L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-speed | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17/25/20 mpg | $4,100 | 449 |
Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.
EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.
2026 Genesis G70 crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Tested vehicle | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk | Forward collision warning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GENESIS G70 4 DR N/A AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | — | No |
| 2026 GENESIS G70 4 DR N/A RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | — | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.
Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.
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2026 Genesis G70 owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2026 Genesis G70, most recently on Sep 1, 2026. 0 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.
| Component named in complaints | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 |
Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.
Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.
Other Genesis G70 model years
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Other 2026 Genesis models
Sources
- Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 28, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
- Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
- Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
- Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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