Most common 2017 Genesis G90 problems
Share of the 26 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Genesis G90 complaints by model year
Best G90 years: 2019, 2021, 2022. Compare all years →
2017 Genesis G90 recalls (3)
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger
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: 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.
Electrical system › Starter assembly › Solenoid
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: 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.
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
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: 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.
What 2017 Genesis G90 owners say
Engine & cooling
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 to take the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was oil leaking from the turbo chargers and the engine block. The contact was not aware of what needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.
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 driver's 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 was illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) and 24V191000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) as possible causes for the failure. The dealer and the manufacturer agreed to assist with the recall repairs but had not provided the parts for the repairs. The failure mileage was 118,000.
Electrical system
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 driver's 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 was illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) and 24V191000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) as possible causes for the failure. The dealer and the manufacturer agreed to assist with the recall repairs but had not provided the parts for the repairs. The failure mileage was 118,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G90. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and running, the vehicle was idling rough and shaking. The vehicle restarted; however, the shaking failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V107000 (Electrical System) and 24V191000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Transmission & drivetrain
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 have recurred multiple times. Dealer has no solution. Genesis has no response.
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.
2017 Genesis G90 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L 6-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 17 / 24 / 20 |
| 3.3L 6-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 17 / 24 / 20 |
| 5.0L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| 5.0L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 15 / 23 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Genesis G90 a good car?
There isn't enough complaint history for the G90 to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Genesis G90?
The engine & cooling — 9 complaints, 35% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine › crank/camshaft position sensor. Next are the electrical system (6) and transmission & drivetrain (3).
How many recalls does the 2017 Genesis G90 have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2017 Genesis G90, the most recent from March 8, 2024 (turbo/supercharger). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Genesis G90?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2019, 2021 and 2022. See the full Genesis G90 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2017 Genesis G90 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 47,000 miles; 54% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.