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2018 Genesis G90
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2018 Genesis G90

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Complaints filed

16

Reports to NHTSA, 2018

Safety recalls

4

NHTSA campaigns on record

NHTSA crash test

Not rated

Overall NCAP rating

Combined MPG

19.5

EPA estimate

Known issues

Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (31% of 16 reports), followed by engine (13%).

Electrical System31% · 5 reports
Engine13% · 2 reports
Power Train13% · 2 reports
Unknown Or Other13% · 2 reports
Air Bags6% · 1 report
Fuel/Propulsion System6% · 1 report
Latches/Locks/Linkages6% · 1 report
Structure6% · 1 report

+ 1 more component categories with fewer reports.

Share of all 16 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11458509, ODI 11603743, ODI 11598256, ODI 11588425, ODI 11344044.

Individual complaint reports(16)

Showing the 16 most recent reports
TiresMay 2025 · ODI 11663245Details +

ProContact GX-SSR CONT M 2754019 SL101H SL BSW

Reported
May 2025
Incident date
Mar 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11663245 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemJul 2024 · ODI 11603743Details +

vehicle went dead. replaced the battery. Started after replacement but went dead a few days later. Towed to dublin CA genesis. Diagnosed as water corrosion to wiring harness. vehicle has less than 22000 miles, other than car washes and normal winter driving in CA. Genesis does have a recall for water intrusion NHTSA ID# 24v107000. I believe my issue is related to this recall but the dealership doesnt think so.

Reported
Jul 2024
Incident date
Jun 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11603743 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemJul 2024 · ODI 11598256Details +

The contact owns a 2018 Genesis G90. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact attempted to make the manufacturer aware of the issue; however, was unable to reach a representative. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Reported
Jul 2024
Incident date
Apr 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11598256 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemMay 2024 · ODI 11588425Details +

The contact owns a 2018 Genesis G90. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Reported
May 2024
Incident date
May 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11588425 at NHTSA →
Latches/Locks/LinkagesJan 2023 · ODI 11500071Details +

The internal trunk release latch will not open the trunk. A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury. - The trunk latch failed. It is available for inspection, upon request. - A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury. - The problem has been confirmed by the dealer (Courtesy Hyundai in Tampa, FL) - The component has not been inspected by police, manufacturer, or others. - There are no warning lamps or messages prior to the problem occuring.

Reported
Jan 2023
Incident date
Jan 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11500071 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemMar 2022 · ODI 11458509 · crashDetails +

On 01/16/22 at approximately 2305 hours, I was driving north on PA 743. I was traveling approximately 40 MPH in a posted 55 MPH zone due to snowy weather conditions. One adult was in the front passenger seat, 2 children were in car seats in the rear driver and passenger side. The road was level and straight. Suddenly, for no apparent reason, every warning light in the dashboard illuminated at once. The LED screen was rapidly displaying messaged such as, "blind spot monitoring system malfunction, smart BDS braking system malfunction, check smart high beam, check PSB, shifter malfunction, traction control malfunction, ESC malfunction, ABS malfunction, etc...". Immediately after traction control malfunctioned, the vehicle violently fishtailed, as if on the receiving end of a PIT maneuver, and crossed over the south bound lane. It continued off of the roadway and into a ditch, stopping several feet away from a fence. At that point, nothing was functional. Restarting the vehicle multiple times did not remedy anything. The vehicle was towed to the dealership. After approximately two months, Genesis USA advised they were unable to find any issues with the vehicle and it would soon be available to be picked up. Both the dealership and a third party(hired by Genesis) inspected the vehicle . The results of the third party inspection were unavailable.

Reported
Mar 2022
Incident date
Jan 2022
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
Crash
Open ODI 11458509 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherOct 2021 · ODI 11436291Details +

In the last 8,000 miles the car has stopped cold (about 15 times) when pulling out from a stop. When pulling out the car goes about 3 feet and stops dead. The gas pedal is dead for 1-2 sections, then it responds. The car has almost killed me and my wife several times. The car is under warranty and has been to dealer's service departments 3 times. They claim the computer does not show anything. They refused to attempt an inspection or do any repairs since they can not reproduce the problem and it does not show on their computer. I has contacted costumer service and have no success. THIS IS DANGEROUS SITUATION AND HAS THE CAPACITY TO KILL PEOPLE. This started happening soon after we purchased the vehicle on 02/15/20 and persists to 10/10/21.

Reported
Oct 2021
Incident date
Sep 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11436291 at NHTSA →
EngineJan 2021 · ODI 11390674Details +

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 GENESIS G90. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED FOR A FEW SECONDS BEFORE ACCELERATING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE LOCAL DEALER TOWNE HYUNDAI (3170 NJ-10, DENVILLE, NJ 07834) HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE OR RETRIEVE A FAULT CODE. THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 19,677.

Reported
Jan 2021
Incident date
Jan 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11390674 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemAug 2020 · ODI 11344044Details +

CAR WAS COMPLETELY DEAD THREE TIMES, LUCKILY IT HAPPENED IN GARAGE, AND WAS TOWED TO DEALER. NEVER FIXED PROPERLY HAD TO GET RID OF UNRELIABLE, UNSAFE CAR.

Reported
Aug 2020
Incident date
May 2020
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11344044 at NHTSA →
EngineJan 2020 · ODI 11299612Details +

MY CAR HAS BEEN RECALLED PURSUANT TO NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 19V-538. DESPITE MAKING FOUR SEPARATE ATTEMPTS, I HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO GET GENESIS TO PERFORM THE RECALL. THE DEALERSHIP FROM WHICH I PURCHASED THE CAR HAS GONE OUT OF BUSINESS. I HAVE CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER TWICE, BUT DESPITE PROMISES, THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO PERFORM THE NECESSARY REPAIR.

Reported
Jan 2020
Incident date
Nov 2019
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11299612 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherAug 2019 · ODI 11244374Details +

QUITE RANDOMLY, WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP OR A VERY LOW SPEED AND USUALLY TURNING INTO TRAFFIC SUCH AS OUT OF A DRIVEWAY, THERE WILL BE NO POWER RESPONSE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AFTER PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.

Reported
Aug 2019
Incident date
Aug 2019
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11244374 at NHTSA →
Air BagsJun 2019 · ODI 11220643Details +

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT COMES ON ,EVERY TRIP WE TAKE. AFTER ABOUT 500 MILES AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON STAYS ON FOR UP TO 1000 MILES THEN GOES OUT AGAIN. LIGHT WILL COME ON WHILE DRIVING AND THEN STAYS ON EVEN WHEN STOPPED AND PARKED OVER NIGHT WHILE BEING USED ON HIGHWAY. AIR BAG WARNING WILL TURN OFF WHEN IT FEELS LIKE IT. IT HAS BEEN WORKED ON AT LEAST 4 TIMES AND STILL CONTINUES DOING THIS. THIS COULD BE A REAL SAFETY PROBLEM IF AN ACCIDENT. GENESIS SEEMS TO BE UNABLE TO FIX. *TR CONSUMER STATED WOULD LIKE TO REPORT THAT I HAVE HAD 28 ALERTS MOST ON AIR BAG FAILURE IN 20 MONTHS. BECAUSE I LEASED THE GENESIS G90 IN ARIZONA, THERE IS NO PROTECTION UNDER LEMON LAW. REQUEST THE ADMINISTRATION LOOK INTO A LEMON LAW ON LEASED VEHICLES. I HAVE A CAR THAT EVERY TIME WE TAKE IT ON A TRIP THE AIR BAGS GO OUT. GENESIS SAYS TOO BAD WE WILL RESET LIGHT OR REPAIR EVERY TIME IT HAPPENS, AND THEY DO. HOWEVER WE RIDE ON TRIPS WITH NO AIR BAGS ON A NEW CAR. *JB

Reported
Jun 2019
Incident date
Jun 2019
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11220643 at NHTSA →
StructureJan 2019 · ODI 11172002Details +

OUTSIDE MIRRORS AND WINDSHIELD CONTINUE TO MELT AND ACCORDING TO THE GENESIS ENGINEER, THIS IS DUE TO THE SUNLIGHT REFLECTING OFF MY HOUSE AND ONTO MY CAR THUS CAUSING THE MIRROR AND MOLDING TO MELT

Reported
Jan 2019
Incident date
Jan 2019
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11172002 at NHTSA →
Power TrainOct 2018 · ODI 11143445Details +

THERE GEAR SHIFTER WILL FREQUENTLY NOT SELECT R OR D. IT OFTEN TAKES 3 OR MORE ATTEMPTS BEFORE IT WILL STAY IN GEAR. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS WHEN MAKING A 3 POINT TURN MANEOUVER AND VERY INCONVENIENT AT OTHER TIMES. THIS FAULT OCCURS EVERY DAY. THE DEALER ATTEMPTED TO ADJUST THE SHIFTER WITHOUT SUCCESS

Reported
Oct 2018
Incident date
Aug 2018
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11143445 at NHTSA →
Fuel/Propulsion SystemJul 2018 · ODI 11114314Details +

GENESIS HAS BEEN IGNORING AN ACCELERATION PROBLEM I'VE MADE COMPLAINTS. ; KHOI NUOEN (GENESIS CUSTOMER CARE). RESPONDED AFTER A WEEK OF INVESTIGATION ' ENGINEERS AWARE OF HESITATION PROBLEM. THERE IS NOTHING WE CAN DO 'YOU ARE GOING TO HAVE TO GET USED TO IT.'; I AM CLOSING YOUR CASE'. 6/25/18 GEORGE NASSAR TOLD JOE THAT THE 'HESITATION' (BALKING) WAS A CHARACTERISTIC OF THE G90 'LIVE WITH IT'. (MAY 17. 2018) - THE COMPUTER HAD REVEALED SEVERAL OF THE I TOLD JOE THAT JOE WOULD HAVE TO 'GET USED TO IT' 'IT IS JUST THE WAY IT IS, NEW TECHNOLOGY - YOU KNOW '- REFERRING TO THE CARS POOR PERFORMANCE. CAR DID IT AGAIN 7/20/18. SO BOUND STOP LIGHT DATE PALM TO PEREZ - MILEAGE 3,094. JULY 24. SHOULD BE. IN GREEN WHEN STOPPED - WHITE WHEN ACCELERATING HAS BEEN STAYING IN WHITE WHEN STOPPED AND ACCELERATING. (PAGE 5-46 - OWNERS MANUAL) CAR WAS NOT PICKED UP. THEY HAD JED CALL ARRANGED TO HAVE CAR PICKED UP THURSDAY JED CALLED RELATED THAT HE, JED HAD DRIVEN A SIMILAR G90 TODAY AND IT HAD THE SAME HESITATION. ECM (FUEL CONTROL) - TRAC CONTROL - TURBO HAVE TO ALL 3 GO IN CONJUNCTION - THEY DON'T - JED SAID HE'D SPOKEN TO A FIELD TECH WHO ACKNOWLEDGED THAT IS A G90 PROBLEM AN D THERE HAS NOT 'FIX'BEEN PROVIDED TO DATE. JED TOLD ME I CAN'T STEP ON THE GAS TOO HARD AND EXPECT THIS CAR TO RESPOND. (NOTE I AM A 62 YEAR OLD MAN WHO NOT HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH ANY CAR EVER! JAGUAR - MERCEDES - THUNDERBIRD - F150 - RENTAL CARS - NEVER! DANNY DROPPED OFF THE CAR 3:30PM HE SAID THAT THERE WAS NO FIX - THE G80 GENESIS DOES THE SAME THING. HE SAID HE FELT HESITATE IN OUR CAR BOTH TIMES HE TOOK IT IN. JOE WOULD LIKE THE CAR FIXED OR REPLACED WITH SAME MODEL WITH A BETTER PERFORMING ENGINE. 7/26/2018 POST OFFICE RETURNED LETTER SENT CERTIFIED TO. GENESIS MOTORS USA/ PHOENIX. PO BOX1430 MESA AZ 85211. MAILED JUNE 29,2018.

Reported
Jul 2018
Incident date
Jul 2018
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11114314 at NHTSA →
Power TrainMay 2018 · ODI 11096777Details +

SEE UPLOADED LETTER ATTACHED

Reported
May 2018
Incident date
May 2018
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11096777 at NHTSA →

Recalls(4)

Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.

Engine And Engine CoolingAug 2024 · 24V191000Details +

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.

Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Remedy: 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.

Open full NHTSA recall record →
VisibilityOct 2018 · 18V305000Details +

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Genesis G80 and Genesis G90 vehicles. The windshield and rear window on these vehicles may have been installed with incorrect primer, potentially reducing the glass bonding strength.

Risk: If the glass bonding strength is reduced over time, the windshield and rear window may detach while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear glass, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 001G.

Open full NHTSA recall record →
Engine And Engine Cooling · 19V538000Details +

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.

Risk: Oil leaking onto the exhaust manifold increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: 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.

Open full NHTSA recall record →
Electrical System · 24V107000Details +

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.

Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: 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).

Open full NHTSA recall record →

A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.

Investigations

0 NHTSA investigations on record

No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.

Crash-test ratings

2018 Genesis G90 4 DR AWD NHTSA source

Overall
Not rated
Frontal
Not rated
Side
Not rated
Rollover
Not rated

2018 Genesis G90 4 DR RWD NHTSA source

Overall
Not rated
Frontal
Not rated
Side
Not rated
Rollover
Not rated

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Fuel economy by trim

TrimEngineDrivetrainCityHwyCombined
G90 RWD3.3L 6-cylRear-Wheel Drive172420
G90 AWD3.3L 6-cylAll-Wheel Drive172420
G90 RWD5.0L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive162419
G90 AWD5.0L 8-cylAll-Wheel Drive152318

EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.

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2018 Genesis G90: frequently asked

What does the complaint record show for the 2018 Genesis G90?

Owners filed 16 NHTSA complaints about the 2018 Genesis G90. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.

What are the most common problems on the 2018 Genesis G90?

The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (31% of complaints) and engine (13%).

How many recalls does the 2018 Genesis G90 have?

4 recalls have been issued that affect the 2018 Genesis G90, covering components such as engine and engine cooling. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Genesis G90 get?

The EPA rates the 2018 Genesis G90 between 18 and 20 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.