KnownCarProblems2017 Genesis G90 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Genesis G90, most often about the engine (35% of complaints). It is the most complained-about G90 model year since 2000 and has 3 recalls.
⚠ Safety advisory1 recall for this car came with a park-outside warning. See below and check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Most common 2017 Genesis G90 problems
Engine
9 complaints · 35%Parts named most often: engine.
The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G90. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from underneath the hood. The oil warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the engine was leaking oil and advised the contact…
The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G90. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The driver immediately pulled over. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that four crankshaft position sensors and the valve cover gasket…
Electrical
6 complaints · 23%The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G90. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stationary, the contact became aware of smoke coming from the driverâs side of the engine. While stopped at a red light, the vehicle was smoking with an oil-burning odor. Additionally, the contact stated that the air bag module light…
Other or unspecified
4 complaints · 15%The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G90. The contact stated while the vehicle was turned off, locked, and parked in the driveway, he pressed the trunk release button on the key fob to open the trunk while he was standing behind the vehicle. However, the vehicle inadvertently rolled backward independently, and hit the…
Transmission
3 complaints · 12%Transmission can pop out of gear when the shift handle is inadvertently nudged while driving. Also, when shifting into gear when stopped, the transmission will revert to neutral (pop into) in an emergency situation unless you hold the handle forcefully and in drive or reverse. Even with your foot on the brake. Both…
When turning right or left from a stop, the transmission refuses to respond at times...it slogs down and will not shift to accelerate in a lower gear...an emergency situation could kill someone. The dealer has no solution. Genesis has no response. This has happened many times since 7/2017.
Brakes
3 complaints · 12%The contact owned a 2017 Genesis G90. While driving 5 MPH in a driveway, the vehicle accelerated without warning. The contact attempted to apply the brakes, but the vehicle failed to respond and crashed into a tree. The contact sustained injuries to the left and right foot and right side ribs. Medical attention was…
The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G90. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stopped while the accelerator pedal was depressed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer…
Wheels and tires
3 complaints · 12%5 blown tires in less then 18000 miles-most recent one was while sitting in traffic tire was shredded seem to be using donut as much as regular tire wonderful car but afraid to drive it
I have Genesis G90 model 2017 and I have only 10000 miles on it . All tires are continental. Last month when I was driving back to home , all of a sudden I seen pressure on my dashboard for left front tire went 0 and lost control of my car and was about to be involved in accident I went out checking the tire and was…
Steering
3 complaints · 12%After enabling the steering assist, last year, we noticed it pulling more aggressively than it did when we first purchased the vehicle. We disabled the feature for several months then enabled it again this week. Today, while my wife and friend were driving the steering/lane assist pulled the wheel aggressively toward…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Genesis G90 recalls
Engine: turbo/supercharger
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 3, 2024. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 019g. This recall expands and replaces recall number 19v-538. Vehicles previously repaired under 19v-538 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2018-2020 genesis g80, 2017-2022 g90, and 2019-2022 g70 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter v6 turbocharged engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak oil.
Electrical: solenoid
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 15, 2024. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(h) and 018g(g).
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 genesis, 2017-2019 genesis g80, genesis g90, and 2019 genesis g70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Engine: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Risk: Oil leaking onto the exhaust manifold increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. The recall began october 3, 2019. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 003g.
Full defect summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 genesis g80 and 2017-2018 genesis g90 vehicles equipped with 3.3 liter turbocharged engines. The turbocharger oil supply pipe may have a loose seal, causing oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2017 Genesis G90
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Genesis G90?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (9 complaints); electrical (6 complaints); other or unspecified (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Genesis G90 have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 8, 2024 (engine). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Genesis G90?
- It is the most complained-about G90 model year since 2000, with 26 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.
Other Genesis G90 years
- 2017