2017 Genesis G90 Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 19%of 26 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 109,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2017 Genesis G90, 19% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 109,000 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #11682174, filed 2025-08, 100,000 miles“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #11581734, filed 2024-04Related recalls
- 24V191000Mar 8, 2024Hyundai 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…Covers: Genesis G90 2017–2022, G70 2019–2022, G80 2018–2020
- 19V538000Jul 19, 2019Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Genesis G80 and 2017-2018 Genesis G90 vehicles equipped with 3.3 liter turbocharged engines. The…Covers: Genesis G90 2017–2018, G80 2018
Related service bulletins
- 10191796Apr 26, 2021Certain G80 and G90 Genesis vehicles may experience DTC code P0597 for âThermostat Heater Control Circuit/Openâ. This bulletin provides information on replacing the electric…
- 10190044Mar 30, 2021This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance…
- 10158795Mar 5, 2019This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the O-ring to the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) warmer connector on some vehicles which may exhibit a coolant leak between…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 17% |
| 2017 | 5 | 19% |
Other parts of the 2017 Genesis G90
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Genesis G90
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology