Genesis · G90 · 2018
4
Recalls
16
Complaints
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Not Rated
The 2018 Genesis G90 has 4 recalls and 16 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Most reported issue: electrical system (3 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
The 2018 Genesis G90 page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is electrical system with 3 reported complaints.
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
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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.
Remedy Status
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.
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.
Remedy Status
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).
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.
Remedy Status
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.
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.
Remedy Status
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.
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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 ha...
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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 ...
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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 t...
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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 trapp...
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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...
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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 i...
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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) H...
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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.
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 D...
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Showing 10 recent complaints from 16 total
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The 2018 Genesis G90 has 4 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
NHTSA has received 16 owner-reported complaints for the 2018 Genesis G90.
NHTSA has not published a safety rating for the 2018 Genesis G90.
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2018 Genesis G90 are electrical system (3 reports), engine (2 reports), unknown or other (2 reports).
Yes. NHTSA has 4 recalls on record for the 2018 Genesis G90. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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