repaired · 2026 Q1
Gasoline: turbo/supercharger
Risk. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
2017 Genesis G90Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 26 owner complaints about the 2017 Genesis G90, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-107 the manufacturer reports only 62% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Genesis G90 has problems
26 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Electrical system
5Engine
5Engine and engine cooling
3Power train
3Steering1 crash/fire/injury
2Air bags
2Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Wheels
1Forward collision avoidance
44 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 |
| Air bags | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2017 Genesis G90 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Starter assembly: solenoid
Park outsideRisk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Gasoline: turbo/supercharger
Risk. Oil leaking onto the exhaust manifold increases the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Genesis.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other G90 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the G90 median. How we score
'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Genesis G90 safety ratings
2017 Genesis G90 4 DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What G90 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My 2017 Genesis G90 received Safety Recall 018G (NHTSA 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…
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…
Please see attached summary of this issue which has impacted safety of a large number of Genesis vehicles since 1 January 2023.
Own a 2017 G90?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.