Recall 18V305 covers 37 2018 Genesis G80 and G90 vehicles for weak windshield and rear-window bonding. Repair is free at any franchised Genesis dealer.
Genesis is recalling 37 2018 G80 and G90 vehicles because incorrect primer on the windshield and rear window can reduce glass bonding strength over time. If the bond weakens, the windshield or rear window can detach while driving and increase crash risk; the Genesis dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The windshield and rear window on the 2018 Genesis G80 and G90 are bonded to the body with primer and adhesive. The primer prepares the painted body and glass edge so the adhesive can grip the surfaces. That bond helps keep the glass seated and sealed while the vehicle flexes, heats, cools, and moves through rain and road vibration.
On affected vehicles, the glass primer tank was filled with body primer during production maintenance. Body primer is not the primer intended for installing automotive glass. When the wrong primer is under the adhesive, the front or rear glass does not bond with the designed strength, so the seal around the glass can loosen instead of staying tight.
Owners can notice wind noise from the front glass, the rear glass, or both. That noise is the warning sign that the glass seal is not holding as designed.
Who's affected?
Covers both G80 and G90 sedans from the 2018 model year; the listed visibility components are side/rear glass and windshield parts.
| 2018 Genesis G80 | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2018 Genesis G80 | visibility component |
| 2018 Genesis G90 | visibility component |
| 2018 Genesis G90 | visibility component |
| Units affected | 37 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced glass bonding can let the windshield or rear window detach while driving, increasing crash risk. Wind noise from the front or rear glass is the warning sign Genesis identified; treat it as a reason to drive cautiously and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Genesis dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Genesis G80 or G90 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Genesis dealer to schedule the free windshield and rear-window replacement that fixes the weak glass bonding.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 18V305 when you call.
- Call Genesis customer service at 1-855-371-9460 with questions, and mention Genesis recall 001G.
- Avoid unnecessary trips until the repair is complete; the recall risk involves the windshield or rear window detaching while driving.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Genesis technician replaces the front windshield glass and rear window glass affected by the primer issue. The replacement glass, related materials, and labor are covered under the recall, so the dealer repair is free. Genesis has a general reimbursement plan for owners who already paid for a related glass repair before the recall work. Bring repair invoices, payment records, and any related service paperwork to the service desk so they can review the claim path with you.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 10, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 10, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| May 10, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 30, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 6, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V305?
Recall 18V305 covers 37 2018 Genesis G80 and G90 vehicles with windshield and rear window glass installed using incorrect primer. Reduced bonding strength can let the glass detach while driving, increasing crash risk. Genesis dealers will replace the front and rear glass for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Genesis G80 or G90 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 18V305. If it is, contact a franchised Genesis dealer to schedule the front and rear glass replacement. Reference recall number 18V305 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 18V305, Genesis dealers will replace the front and rear glass free of charge at any franchised Genesis dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2018 Genesis G80 or G90 before the repair?
The recall does not carry a do-not-drive instruction. The safety risk is that reduced glass bonding strength can let the windshield or rear window detach while driving, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my Genesis G80 or G90 used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received the 2018 owner notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your vehicle is included, then call a franchised Genesis dealer with recall number 18V305.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V305000 |
|---|---|
| Genesis customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V305 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V305000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →