2024 Genesis GV70 Wiring Recall (24V205)
Hyundai Motor America · 15,645 vehicles · Reported March 15, 2024
Hyundai Motor America is recalling 15,645 2024 Genesis GV70 vehicles. Water may leak into the transmission control harness, which can cause a short circuit and unexpectedly shift the transmission from Park to Neutral. An unexpected shift from Park to Neutral can cause a vehicle roll away and increase the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V205 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V205000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 020G |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 15, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Vehicles | 2024 Genesis GV70 |
| Units affected | 15,645 |
| Component | Electrical System > Wiring |
| Safety risk | An unexpected shift from Park to Neutral can cause a vehicle roll away and increase the risk of a crash or injury. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Genesis GV70 in recall 24V205?
Water may leak into the transmission control harness, which can cause a short circuit and unexpectedly shift the transmission from Park to Neutral.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Genesis GV70 vehicles. Water may leak into the transmission control harness, which can cause a short circuit and unexpectedly shift the transmission from Park to Neutral.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 GV70 with recall 24V205?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An unexpected shift from Park to Neutral can cause a vehicle roll away and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An unexpected shift from Park to Neutral can cause a vehicle roll away and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the wiring.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V205?
Recall 24V205 covers 15,645 vehicles: 2024 Genesis GV70.
NHTSA lists 15,645 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Genesis | GV70 |
What is the fix for the GV70 wiring recall?
Yes. Owners are advised to turn off the ignition and use the emergency parking brake after parking their vehicles.
Owners are advised to turn off the ignition and use the emergency parking brake after parking their vehicles. Dealers will inspect the transmission control harness and repair the connector, or replace the harness and internal wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 020G.
When was recall 24V205 announced?
Hyundai Motor America reported recall 24V205 to NHTSA on March 15, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as May 9, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 15, 2024 | Hyundai Motor America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V205000. |
| May 9, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 31 months ago. If your GV70 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my GV70 is part of recall 24V205?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V205 is open on your GV70, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2024 GV70 vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should GV70 owners do about recall 24V205?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V205000 applies to your GV70.
- Call a Genesis dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any wiring symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are GV70 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 3 of them about the electrical system.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the electrical system have been filed since recall 24V205 was reported (3) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 18 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 3 of them involve the electrical system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Genesis GV70: 18 complaints in total, 3 about the electrical system
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
I was entering a highway when my vehicle lost the ability to accelerate. Complete loss of acceleration, audible and visual notifications on my dashboard that were difficult to read as I was dealing with a dangerous situation.
2024 Genesis GV70 owner, WA, NHTSA complaint 11719058, filed February 19, 2026
I am filing this formal complaint against Genesis Motor America (a division of Hyundai Motor America) for the repeated failure to repair my defective 2024 Genesis GV70. The vehicle has been a nightmare of safety hazards, financial ruin, and life degradation, with over 240 days out of service in 8 months.
2024 Genesis GV70 owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11721502, filed March 2, 2026
While driving an audible pop from the rear of the vehicle was heard. Upon hearing the pop the vehicle warning lights came on and a sudden loss of power reducing my maximum speed to 20 mile per hour.
2024 Genesis GV70 owner, IL, NHTSA complaint 11725201, filed March 18, 2026
Can recall 24V205 make my GV70 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 24V205000 does not automatically make your GV70 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Intermittent electrical problems are a frequent source of repeat repair visits: the dealer cannot reproduce the fault, the owner brings the 2024 Genesis GV70 back, and the problem shows up again.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2024 Genesis GV70 has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the GV70 went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V205
Is the 24V205000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed May 9, 2024.
How do I know if my GV70 is part of recall 24V205000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V205000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Genesis. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.