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.
2018 Genesis G90Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2018 Genesis G90, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 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 May 27, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Genesis G90 has problems
16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
4Engine
2Power train
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Tires
1Lane departure
1Forward collision avoidance
1Air bags
1Latches/locks/linkages
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2018 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.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Visibility: glass, side/rear
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.
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
2018 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
2018 Genesis G90 safety ratings
2018 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.
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…
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 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…
Own a 2018 G90?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.