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Genesis G90Model year report

2017 Genesis G90 Problems

Complaints
26filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
47,433miles, 13 complaints with mileage
Recalls
3campaigns on record
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
—no overall rating published
EPA fuel economy
20 mpgcombined, 3.3L 6-cyl RWD · 17 city / 24 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Genesis G90 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 26 consumer complaints for the 2017 Genesis G90. The part named most often is electrical system, with 6 complaints (23% of the total), followed by engine (5) and engine cooling (5). 13 of the complaints include a mileage, and 54% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 47,433 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 81 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the solenoid and 26 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Engine complaints overlap with 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Forward collision avoidance (1), Fuel system (1), Tires (1), Vehicle speed control (1).

Example complaints

Electrical system: “On 06/10/2017 we purchased a G90 Genesis from south charlotte hyundai at 8525 south blvd charlotte nc. The team was very convincing about the quality of the vehicle & the 10-year warranty. The car was a very expensive car costing $74,678.47, but we were assured it was the best car & warranty in the business. We starting to have crash sensors going off even at times when no other cars were even near the car. …”

NHTSA complaint #11121231, filed 2018-08, 2,425 miles

Engine: “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.”

NHTSA complaint #11624649, filed 2024-11

Engine cooling: “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. …”

NHTSA complaint #11766123, filed 2026-09, 118,000 miles

Other or unknown: “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.”

NHTSA complaint #11644845, filed 2025-02

Mileage when problems were reported

54% of the 13 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 11,500 and 80,000 miles.

15%0–1031%10–258%25–5015%50–7515%75–10015%100–1500%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (13 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 47,433 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

2018201920202021202220232024620252026
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2017 Genesis G90 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
G90 AWD3.3L 6-cyl8-speed automatic172420$4,100
G90 AWD5.0L 8-cyl8-speed automatic152318$4,550
G90 RWD3.3L 6-cyl8-speed automatic172420$4,100
G90 RWD5.0L 8-cyl8-speed automatic162419$4,350

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 2017 Genesis G90 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 81 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 81 bulletins →

Other model years of the Genesis G90

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
20235—6—21—Too new
20215—1—19—Not enough data
2019629,5002—20—Not enough data
2018166,3484—20—Stable
20172647,4333—20Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years)Rising

All Genesis G90 model years

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Genesis G90 have?

NHTSA recorded 26 consumer complaints for the 2017 Genesis G90 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2017 Genesis G90 is reported most often?

Electrical system is named most often, in 6 complaints (23% of the total), followed by engine with 5.

Has the 2017 Genesis G90 been recalled?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Genesis G90 get?

The EPA rates the 2017 Genesis G90 (G90 RWD, 3.3L 6-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 17 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2017 Genesis G90 reported?

Among the 13 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 47,433 miles and the middle half falls between 11,500 and 80,000 miles; 54% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.