The airbag light is on and we received a letter talking about the airbag for this year model g90. When we took it to the dealership they are telling us that it is not covered saying it’s the airbag and clock spring. We bought the car brand new and have always used the dealership for repairs. We picked the car up from the dealership today and the light is still on.
The worst 2017 Genesis G90 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine9
- Electrical6
- Brakes3
- Steering3
- Transmission3
Problems by type
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- Engine9
- Electrical6
- Brakes3
- Steering3
- Transmission3
- Airbags2
- Wheels2
- Acceleration1
- Driver assistance1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Tires1
Recalls 3
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: turbo/supercharger
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 24V191000 · Recall details
Electrical system: starter assembly: solenoid
- What is wrong
- 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).
Recall number 24V107000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 19V538000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Genesis G90 81
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Certain 2017 model year Genesis G80 and 2017 model year Genesis G90 vehicles may experience various...
- Certain 2017MY G90 (HI) and 2017MY G80 (DH) vehicles may experience various Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)...
- Certain 2017MY G90 (HI) and 2017MY G80 (DH) vehicles may experience various Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)...
- Certain 2017MY G90 (HI) and 2017MY G80 (DH) vehicles may experience various Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)...
- This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the...
- The federal safety agency has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit...
- The federal safety agency has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag...
- This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the...
- Certain Genesis vehicles may experience an inoperable horn from moisture or carbonization at the contact point
- Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service...
What 2017 Genesis G90 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My 2017 Genesis G90 received Safety Recall 018G (the federal safety agency 24V‑107) on December 31, 2024, addressing a starter-solenoid electrical short/fire risk. Around June 7, 2026, I noticed an unusual odor and found the engine-room junction/fuse box extremely hot, with visible heat damage. An independent shop documented melted plastic near the starter relay/junction box, cleaned damaged material, replaced a 200A fuse, and reinstalled the relay kit. It recommended replacing the junction box, which was not done. Around August 7-8, 2026, warning indicators and steering-related problems occurred. The vehicle was towed to Genesis Dublin August 10. Inspection identified substantial thermal damage to the junction box and wiring. The vehicle remains unrepaired at the dealership, with damaged components believed available for inspection. The vehicle was also evaluated for an insurance claim. At a September 24 walkthrough, dealership personnel confirmed that the damaged junction-box/alternator connection area overlaps the area where alternator-related connections were handled under Recall 018G (Step 6, TSB 24-01-059HG). They discussed possible alternator overcharging but said damaged wiring prevented accurate output testing. The initiating cause remains unknown. I am concerned the recall may have reduced the original starter-solenoid short/fire risk while leaving a potentially related electrical overheating hazard unresolved. The severe heat and melting posed a potential engine-compartment fire risk. I am not claiming the recall caused this failure; I request the federal safety agency review whether it suggests an unresolved recall-related hazard or separate electrical defect. Genesis Motor America Case 43221279. Genesis denied warranty goodwill repair based on age/mileage without providing a conclusive technical cause. An insurance inspector attributed the thermal damage to corrosion-related electrical resistance and overheating.
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 the federal safety agency 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.
See attached document for complaint.
November 2, 2025 at 12:19 PM, I received a call from the owner, Jose, who accused me of âassaultâ against his employee Toniâdespite the fact that I have never been physically near Toni. Iâve only been calling to follow up on the unresolved safety issues: no fluids, bad brakes (which they claimed to have repaired), and rear tires with no tread at all. When they repaired the brakes, I would have gladly purchased new tires had I been informed.â¨â¨On November 3rd at 8:23 PM, I found myself stranded on the side of the highway once againâthis time due to exposed tread and a large bubble on the tire. Itâs deeply troubling that a vehicle was sold in such unsafe condition. This raises serious questions about the sellerâs standards and accountability.â¨â¨November 5, 2023 at 12:33pm third flat tire and the spare blew out into pieces after one day.â¨â¨On November 8, 2025 at 11:30am, the second bald tire completely blew out while I was driving on 595. This was not just an inconvenienceâit was a lifeâthreatening situation. I could have been killed. The fact that this dealership allowed such unsafe tires to be sold or installed shows a complete disregard for customer safety.This is absolutely unacceptable. Their negligence puts lives at risk. Avoid this dealership at all costsâ¨â¨November 29, 7:57pmâ¨supposedly changed the brakes and the rear brakes are grinding another safety issueâ¨â¨November 30 6:54pmâ¨before leaving McMahon Iâd asked to check the fluids.  Then when they supposedly charge brakes to check the fluids again.  Guess what they never checked all the fluids were gone.â¨â¨December 2, 11:34am McMahon was supposed to fix the brakes well, surprise they did not fix the brakes putting me and my familyâs life in danger. FLORIDA STATUE legalclarity....â¨â¨Exceptions Under FDUTPAâ¨â¨â¢ The Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) prohibits dealers from engaging in deceptive or unfair conductâeven in âas isâ salesIf the dealer falsely claimed the car was inspected
* Recall Campaign Number : [018G, 019G] I. Statement of Complaint This complaint concerns a failure in a critical safety-related component that was previously addressed under a mandatory manufacturer recall, and the subsequent refusal by the authorized dealership to provide a second no-charge repair for the same repeated failure. II. Chronology of Events * Original Recall Repair: Approximately thirteen (13) months ago, 8/30/2024 the vehicle was taken to Anaheim Hyundai to address a safety recall concerning the oil feed pipe. The prescribed remedy, a replacement of the oil feed pipe, was completed at no cost under the recall campaign. * Second Failure (Current Event): On or about 10/6/2025, while the vehicle’s engine was running, I observed smoke rising from the engine compartment. The vehicle was immediately taken to a local independent mechanic who diagnosed the issue as a burst oil feed pipe—the identical component subject to the prior recall. * Attempted Repair at Anaheim Hyundai (Denial): The vehicle was then towed back to Anaheim Hyundai. The service department acknowledged that the component failure was the same issue addressed in the previous recall. However, the dealership has now refused to perform the repair under the recall process, citing a specific 12-month policy set by Hyundai Motor America regarding the warranty on recall remedies, which has now expired. III. Request for Intervention The failure of the previously installed recall remedy (the oil feed pipe) exposes the vehicle to the original safety risk, including potential engine failure and fire hazards, and the manufacturer’s refusal to re-remedy the defect effectively negates the purpose of the mandatory recall. I request that the federal safety agency investigate this matter and compel Hyundai Motor America to: * Honor the original safety recall and provide a permanent, effective remedy at no charge to the consumer. * Clarify the consumer's right regarding the warranty on recall remedies, fails after install
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 needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the failure might be related to the timing chain. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Oil pressure sensor (sender) issue: Oil pressure sensor defect (after oil level was checked a few times due to this issue) cause unstable pressure (oil level warning lights comes on and off) depending on how fast I drive. Make me very worried if it’s going to cause engine issues. I hear this is a common issue with this vehicle and it’s located bottom corner of many components and cause a lot of money/time to get it fixed.
The check engine light keeps coming on. We had spark plugs changed and still keeps miss firing. We are unable to switch between drive modes smoothly. We have taken in for service numerous times.
Please see attached summary of this issue which has impacted safety of a large number of Genesis vehicles since 1 January 2023.
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Questions about the 2017 Genesis G90
Is the 2017 Genesis G90 reliable?
Owners have filed 27 complaints about the 2017 Genesis G90, 5.4 times a typical G90 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Genesis G90?
Engine and cooling, with 9 complaints. Next is electrical (6).
How many recalls does the 2017 Genesis G90 have?
3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling and electrical system.
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